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Breaking: Donald Trump Bravely Confronts Civil Fraud Trial Despite Bomb Threat, Defying Judge’s Orders

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Plainfield, NJ – Former President Donald Trump made a defiant move today by addressing his ongoing civil fraud trial, even after the presiding judge received a bomb threat. Despite security concerns, Trump showed no signs of backing down as he took the opportunity to defend himself against the accusations leveled against him. The trial revolves around allegations of fraudulent practices in the Trump Organization, with plaintiffs claiming that the company deceived investors and manipulated financial records. Trump, known for his combative approach, demonstrated his determination to confront these charges directly. By addressing the trial amid … Read more

Phenix City Scores Legal Victory as Judge Orders Russell County to Pay Gasoline Tax Proceeds

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PHENIX CITY, Ala. – A recent ruling by Montgomery County Circuit Court Judge, Honorable Brooke E. Reid, has concluded a long-standing dispute between the City of Phenix City and Russell County over the distribution of gasoline tax proceeds. The lawsuit was initiated in 2018 when Russell County ceased paying the gasoline tax proceeds to Phenix City, claiming that a subsequent law had repealed a local act of the legislature passed in 1968. However, Phenix City contested this, arguing that the Local Act was never officially repealed and that Russell County had no right to withhold … Read more

Judge Orders Convicted Sexual Assaulter to Pay $150,000 for Mental Health Services Despite County’s Opposition

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Appleton, Wisconsin – A controversial case in Outagamie County involving a man convicted of sexually assaulting a minor has sparked debate over whether restitution should be awarded to cover mental health services. Last March, Outagamie County Judge Vincent Biskupic ordered the man to pay $150,000 in restitution, despite the county’s reluctance to request the money due to concerns about revictimization. The decision has raised questions about the role of restitution in addressing the needs of victims and the potential impact on those responsible for payment. The case has drawn attention to the broader issue of … Read more

Federal Judge Orders New North Dakota Legislative District for Native American Tribes, Citing Voting Rights Violation

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BISMARCK, N.D. — A federal judge has ordered a new joint legislative district in North Dakota for two Native American tribes. The tribes argued that the 2021 redistricting map violated the Voting Rights Act by diluting their voting strength. U.S. District Court Chief Judge Peter Welte made the decision to create a new map after ruling in November that the original map prevented Native American voters from having an equal opportunity to elect candidates of their choice. The judge had given North Dakota Republican Secretary of State Michael Howe and the GOP-controlled Legislature until December … Read more