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Donald Trump Appoints Alina Habba as Counselor to the President, Citing Her ‘Unwavering Loyalty’ and Legal Prowess

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WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump has announced Alina Habba, his personal lawyer, as the new counselor to the president. This appointment, shared via Trump’s Truth Social platform, underscores the close relationship and trust between Trump and Habba, who has been deeply involved in his legal and political endeavors. Trump extolled Habba as a “tireless advocate for justice” and an “invaluable advisor” during his campaign and transition period. He praised her dedication and unwavering loyalty throughout his legal challenges, highlighting her role in combating what he terms the “weaponization of the ‘injustice’ system.” Habba has not … Read more

Lawsuit Challenges Palisades Tahoe’s Extensive Expansion Plan, Citing Environmental Concerns

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Olympic Valley, CA — A significant new development project proposed by Palisades Tahoe, formerly known as Squaw Valley Ski Resort, has spurred legal action from environmental groups and local Native American tribes. The parties contend that the proposed expansion threatens the ecological health and historical integrity of the region. The project outlines a comprehensive plan to add thousands of residential units and new commercial spaces over the next 25 years. Estimated to cost over $1 billion, this initiative aims to transform Palisades Tahoe into a year-round destination. However, it has ignited controversy due to potential … Read more

Federal Judge Rejects Boeing’s Guilty Plea Deal Over 737 Max Training Fraud, Citing Victims’ Rights

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DALLAS — In a significant legal development, a federal judge on Thursday dismissed a plea agreement involving Boeing and the U.S. Justice Department. The collapsed deal would have seen Boeing confess to defrauding regulators concerning the pilot training requirements for its 737 Max jetliner, which was implicated in two catastrophic crashes that killed 346 people. U.S. District Judge Reed O’Connor’s decision in Texas casts new uncertainties on the aerospace giant’s potential criminal liability tied to the design and marketing practices of its best-selling aircraft. The rejected plea suggested a negotiated settlement that might have allowed … Read more

Judge Scraps Boeing Plea Deal Over Racial Criteria for Monitor Selection, Citing Public Interest Concerns

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FORT WORTH, Texas — In a significant legal development, U.S. District Judge Reed O’Connor struck down a criminal fraud plea agreement between aerospace giant Boeing and the Justice Department. The judge cited concerns over contractual terms that he deemed inappropriate and adverse to public interest, particularly those mandating racial considerations in the appointment of a corporate monitor. The collapse of this agreement marks a substantial setback for Boeing, which sought to avoid a criminal trial over allegations that the company misled Federal Aviation Administration officials preceding the fatal crashes of two 737 Max jets, events … Read more