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California Attorney Sentenced to 21 Months for Embezzling $8.7 Million to Fuel Vegas Gambling Habit

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Sara Jacqueline King, a 41-year-old attorney from Newport Beach, California, was sentenced to 21 months in federal prison for embezzling approximately $8.7 million from her clients. The sentencing took place on May 5 after she pleaded guilty to charges of wire fraud and money laundering. In addition to her prison term, King has been ordered to pay restitution totaling nearly $8.8 million. Between January 2022 and January 2023, King operated under her business, King Family Lending LLC, which purportedly provided short-term loans secured by the assets of high-profile borrowers, including celebrities and professional athletes. However, … Read more

California Takes a Stand: Governor Newsom Files Lawsuit Against Trump’s Tariffs, Citing Threats to Agriculture and Economy

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Keyes, California — The challenges facing local farmers have intensified as Christine Gemperle and her brother Erich, co-owners of Gemperle Orchards, confront a new wave of uncertainty that follows years of droughts and a pandemic. At a recent press conference at their farm, Gemperle expressed deep concerns about the negative impact of tariffs on their vital almond production business. “We are fortunate to have the ideal conditions for growing almonds,” she stated. “Global markets depend on us, and we rely on their demand for our product. However, tariffs could jeopardize decades-long relationships and disrupt our … Read more