John Deaton Offers Trump Administration Free Legal Services to Investigate Alleged Anti-Crypto Operation Chokepoint 2.0

WASHINGTON — Former U.S. prosecutor and vocal cryptocurrency supporter, John Deaton, has stepped forward with a bold offer to oversee a probe into what he alleges is Operation Chokepoint 2.0, a controversial initiative purported to disconnect cryptocurrency businesses from the mainstream banking network. Deaton, known for his advocacy for the cryptocurrency XRP, proposed to lead this investigation voluntarily, emphasizing his belief that uncovering the truth behind these allegations is more crucial than any financial compensation. Deaton expressed his concerns in a recent digital post, directly addressing key figures in the anticipated administration of Donald Trump, … Read more

Ride-Hailing Service Empower Hit with Cease Operation Order in Washington D.C. by Judge

Washington, D.C. – In a significant move that underscores the ongoing regulatory challenges faced by the gig economy, a judge has ordered the ride-hailing company Empower to cease its operations in the nation’s capital. The decree, which hits the company amid its struggle to secure a foothold in the competitive market dominated by giants like Uber and Lyft, raises critical questions about the standards and oversights governing the burgeoning sector. Empower, known for its model that prioritizes higher earnings for drivers, reportedly failed to obtain the necessary operating license from the Department of For-Hire Vehicles, … Read more

Six Indicted in Deadly Human Trafficking Operation, Grand Jury Reveals

Laredo, TX — A federal grand jury has indicted six individuals connected to a human smuggling operation that tragically ended in the deaths of several migrants. This case, stemming from an incident where migrants perished from heat exposure inside a freight train car near Knippa, Texas, underscores the perilous reality of illegal immigration and human trafficking along the U.S.-Mexico border. The indictment alleges that these six persons devised and implemented a scheme to transport undocumented migrants into the U.S., utilizing various means of deceptive and dangerous transportation, including concealing people in confined and unsafe conditions. … Read more

SEC Charges Florida Father-Son Duo with Running Fraudulent Litigation Funding Operation

Washington, D.C. — A father and son duo from Florida are facing serious allegations from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) after being accused of orchestrating a fraudulent scheme involving litigation funding. According to the SEC’s recent filings, the two promised substantial returns to investors by falsely claiming to fund mass tort litigations. The scheme reportedly attracted numerous investors excited by the prospect of financing high-stakes legal battles and receiving a slice of the consequent settlements. The father and son, however, are accused of diverting these investments for personal use, rather than directing them … Read more