Political

Polk County’s Costly Fallout: Jury Awards $4 Million to Wrongfully Terminated HR Director Amid Political Turmoil

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DES MOINES, Iowa — A jury in Dallas County has awarded former Polk County Human Resources Director Jim Niehaus more than $4 million in a wrongful termination lawsuit. The ruling opens the door for taxpayers to potentially shoulder part of this substantial financial burden. The jury found that several Polk County officials were liable for libel when they terminated Niehaus’s employment in 2020. The circumstances surrounding Niehaus’s firing are emblematic of a larger pattern of internal disputes among the Polk County Board of Supervisors. Supervisor Matt McCoy commented on the ongoing turmoil, acknowledging the challenges … Read more

"Chesterton Man Faces Federal Charges for Alleged Threat to Naval Academy Linked to Political Assassination"

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CHESTERTON, Ind. — A defense attorney revealed in court on Monday that federal prosecutors are accusing a local man of making a threatening statement regarding the U.S. Naval Academy, linking the incident to the recent assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Jackson Fleming, 22, faces a charge of transmitting a threat through interstate communication, as announced by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Indiana. If convicted, he could be sentenced to up to five years in federal prison. His upcoming hearing on Thursday is expected to finalize the terms of his potential … Read more

Federal Judge Grants Mizzou Palestinian Students Access to Homecoming Parade with Political Speech Restrictions

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COLUMBIA, Mo. — A federal judge ruled Friday that Students for Justice in Palestine at the University of Missouri may participate in the homecoming parade this weekend, provided they adhere to the university’s policy against political messaging during the event. The organization had filed a lawsuit against the university, claiming that officials infringed on their rights to free speech when they denied the group’s request to be part of the parade. U.S. District Judge Stephen Bough granted a preliminary injunction, indicating that the group has a substantial chance of success with their First Amendment claims. … Read more

Trump Calls for Tough Justice: Appoints Former Lawyer Lindsey Halligan to Pursue Political Rivals

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Donald Trump announced his decision to appoint Lindsey Halligan, his former lawyer, as the U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia. The announcement came alongside a striking call for more assertive action from his attorney general against public officials he perceives as adversaries. In a post on Truth Social, Trump praised Pam Bondi, the current attorney general, stating she is diligent and dedicated but emphasized the need for a tough prosecutor in Virginia. He specifically recommended Halligan, noting that her appointment would help expedite legal proceedings against those he believes have wronged him. The … Read more