Spreading

EU Urged to Condemn Bulgaria’s New Legislation Amidst Claims of Spreading Russian-Style Anti-LGBTIQ+ Sentiments in Europe

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Sofia, Bulgaria — A significant upheaval is occurring within the European Union as a controversial law passed in Bulgaria raises alarms about its impact on the LGBTQ+ community. Critics argue that this legislation mirrors similar laws in Russia, sparking widespread concern and urging EU intervention to uphold human rights standards. According to Rémy Bonny, executive director of Forbidden Colours, which supports LGBTQ+ rights, the legislation marks a severe drift in values. Bonny emphasized that this issue transcends national borders, portraying it as an encroachment of regressive policies into the European heartland. He firmly called on … Read more

Attorney Advising Trump on Election Challenges Faces Ethics Investigation Amid Allegations of Spreading Falsehoods

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WASHINGTON — A new ethics complaint targets another attorney linked to efforts to challenge U.S. election outcomes, reflecting ongoing scrutiny over actions linked to former President Donald Trump’s post-election legal maneuvers. Kurt Olsen, who advised Trump in attempts to leverage the Justice Department to reverse his 2020 election defeat, is now accused of professional misconduct. The complaint, launched by the pro-democracy entities States United Democracy Center and Lawyers Defending American Democracy, urges the Maryland Attorney Grievance Commission and the District of Columbia’s Office of Disciplinary Counsel to probe Olsen’s legal practices. Notably, his advice to … Read more

Russian Lawmakers Propose Confiscating Assets of Those Spreading False Information about Armed Forces

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Moscow – Russian lawmakers are drafting a bill that would permit the seizure of assets from individuals spreading what they deem as “deliberately false information” about the country’s armed forces. Vyacheslav Volodin, the speaker of the State Duma, stated that this legislation would also encompass acts of betrayal such as discrediting the armed forces, advocating for sanctions against Russia, or inciting extremist activities. In a post on Telegram, Volodin asserted that those who attempt to undermine or betray Russia must face appropriate punishment and compensate for the harm inflicted on the nation by forfeiting their … Read more

Georgia Election Workers Win $148 Million Lawsuit Against Rudy Giuliani for Spreading Falsehoods about 2020 Votes

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ATLANTA, Georgia — In a landmark decision, a federal jury has awarded $148 million in damages to election workers in Georgia over former President Donald Trump’s lawyer Rudy Giuliani’s false claims about voter fraud during the 2020 election. The verdict serves as a rebuke to Giuliani’s baseless allegations and underscores the need for accountability in the pursuit of truth. The lawsuit, filed by seven election workers, accused Giuliani of spreading defamatory statements in an attempt to overturn the election results. These workers faced harassment and threats after the former New York City mayor’s unfounded claims … Read more