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Revealed: Gunman Scoped Rally Days Before Attack as New Details Emerge on Security Failures During Attempt on Former President’s Life

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Washington, D.C. — A comprehensive Senate briefing unfolded Wednesday, revealing chilling new details about the events leading up to the tragic shooting at a political rally hosted by former President Donald Trump. The 20-year, Thomas Matthews Crooks, responsible for shooting Trump and killing another, had premeditated the attack, having scoped the venue days earlier. The Capitol heard startling revelations about the timeline of that fateful day, detailing the assailant’s movements and raising substantial questions about the efficacy of security measures. Notably, just over an hour before the calamity, Crooks was marked as suspicious, and snipers … Read more

Minnesota Lawyer Suspended for 40 Days Following Barrage of Frivolous Motions in Custody Case

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ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Minnesota Supreme Court has suspended attorney Richard Stephen Langree for 40 days, rejecting his claims of widespread corruption and unethical behavior among those overseeing his disciplinary proceedings. Langree, formerly a public defender in California, has been practicing law in Minnesota since 1993, focusing on family law and child-protection cases. The suspension arises from Langree’s conduct in a lengthy child custody dispute, originally part of a 2010 divorce case. In 2018, the father involved hired Langree to request changes to child support and custody terms. Over the course of the legal … Read more

Mother on Trial for Leaving Toddler Alone for 10 Days: Can Depression Justify Her Actions?

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CLEVELAND, Ohio – A woman in Cleveland, Ohio is on trial for leaving her 16-month-old daughter alone in a playpen for 10 days while she vacationed. The child was found dead when the woman, Kristel Candelario, returned home and called the police. Candelario has been arrested and pleaded guilty to aggravated murder and child endangerment, resulting in a life sentence. Candelario’s defense team has struggled to defend her actions, arguing that she was struggling with depression and anxiety. However, her lawyer, Derek Smith, emphasized that these mental health conditions do not excuse what happened. He … Read more

Connecticut Governor Calls for Expansion of Paid Sick Days Statutes to Protect More Workers

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HARTFORD, Conn. – Governor Ned Lamont is urging the General Assembly to pass legislation that would expand and strengthen Connecticut’s paid sick days laws. Lamont, along with State Senator Julie Kushner and other lawmakers, emphasized the need for this expansion during a press conference. They argued that the current law leaves many workers without protection. Lamont’s proposal aims to ensure that more workers in the state have the opportunity to take time off when they are sick or need to care for a sick family member. It also includes safeguards for small businesses to prevent … Read more