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Controversial Architect of Trump’s Justice Purge Confirmed to Lifetime Appeals Court Seat Amidst Fierce Opposition

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WASHINGTON — The Senate confirmed Emil J. Bove to a lifetime appointment on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit after a contentious party-line vote of 49 to 50. Bove, a close ally of President Trump and his former defense attorney, has attracted significant scrutiny due to his role at the Justice Department, particularly during the fallout from the January 6 Capitol insurrection. At 44, Bove’s nomination was marked by controversy, not over his legal philosophies but due to his involvement in removing prosecutors and FBI agents associated with the Capitol attack investigations. … Read more

Controversial Legal Battle: Family of Fallen Trooper Files Counter Lawsuit Against Truck Driver’s Estate

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FORT PIERCE, Fla. — A man accused of attempting to assassinate former President Donald Trump nearly a year ago is seeking to dismiss his court-appointed public defenders. Ryan Routh’s request, which does not specify reasons for his desire to change representation, is scheduled for hearing today. His trial is expected to commence in September. In related news, a Port St. Lucie woman is behind bars, facing allegations of running a fraudulent medical spa from her home. Investigators arrested Rosa Mina on Wednesday after a victim suffered facial paralysis following a purported Botox session. Mina faces … Read more

Controversial Hillsborough Judge Resigns Following Disciplinary Panel’s Recommendations Amidst Contentious Campaign

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TAMPA, Fla. — Hillsborough Circuit Judge Nancy Jacobs announced her resignation effective May 31, following a disciplinary panel’s recommendation for her removal. The decision comes in the wake of findings by the Florida Judicial Qualifications Commission that Jacobs exhibited unprofessional behavior during her contentious campaign against Judge Jared Smith in 2022, a race that became notably divisive over issues surrounding abortion rights. The commission’s investigation revealed that Jacobs violated ethical standards meant to guide the conduct of judges and candidates. Although judicial races in Florida are traditionally nonpartisan, the campaign between Jacobs and Smith devolved … Read more