Special Counsel Urges Judge to Enforce Redactions in Former President Trump’s Valet’s Court Filings

Miami, Florida – Special counsel Jack Smith has called on U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon to enforce redactions on court filings made by Waltine “Walt” Nauta, former President Donald Trump’s valet in the classified documents case related to Mar-a-Lago. Nauta is facing charges of conspiracy to obstruct, making false statements to the FBI, and withholding documents. He is accused of attempting to delete camera footage from Mar-a-Lago and concealing classified documents from a grand jury. In his briefs, Nauta argued that the indictment should be dismissed due to vindictive prosecution and retaliation for refusing to … Read more

Supreme Court Allows Texas to Enforce Controversial Immigration Law, Sparks Debate on Federal-State Balance

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court has granted permission for the state of Texas to enforce a contentious law that allows state law enforcement officials to arrest individuals suspected of entering the United States illegally. The decision was made by the court on Monday, although no explanation was provided. Justice Amy Coney Barrett, in a concurring opinion joined by Justice Brett Kavanaugh, argued that the Supreme Court should not intervene in this stage because the lower court’s order, which the Biden administration sought to block, was only temporary. This ruling comes as part of a … Read more

Iowa Advocates Rally to Enforce Hands-Free Driving Legislation, Prioritizing Road Safety

DES MOINES, Iowa – Advocates in Iowa are persisting in their efforts to establish a hands-free driving law in the state. The proposed law seeks to require drivers to use hands-free devices or voice-activated technology while using their phones on the road. Supporters argue that this legislation would enhance road safety by reducing distractions caused by phone usage. Numerous states across the United States have already implemented similar laws, with success in curbing distracted driving. Iowa advocates are therefore advocating for the adoption of this legislation to align with neighboring states and promote safer driving … Read more

Judge Accused of Failing to Enforce Deadline in Trump’s Classified-Documents Case, Raising Questions of Delay Tactics

MIAMI, FLORIDA – The judge presiding over former President Donald Trump’s federal classified-documents case is facing accusations of neglecting to enforce a routine deadline, raising suspicions that Trump is seeking to delay the trial until after the upcoming presidential election in November. Judge Aileen Cannon, who was appointed to the bench by Trump, has rejected Special Counsel Jack Smith’s request to compel the former president to disclose whether he plans to use a defense based on advice received from his lawyers during the trial. The Department of Justice (DOJ) has been contacted for comment on … Read more