Warned

Mecklenburg County Residents Warned: Nefarious Jury Duty Scams on the Rise

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RALEIGH, N.C. — Attorney General Jeff Jackson is warning residents of Mecklenburg County about a recent surge in jury duty scams. Individuals have been receiving deceptive calls from impersonators claiming to be deputies associated with the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office. These scammers allege that the recipient has failed to respond to a jury duty summons and threaten arrest unless a fine is paid immediately. Jackson emphasized the psychological manipulation inherent in such scams, noting that “the fear of arrest can prompt people to act without thinking.” He urged residents to remain vigilant and to inform … Read more

Hegseth Warned of Potential Defamation Suit as Accuser Breaches Settlement, Lawyer Speaks Out

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Washington, D.C. – In a recent development that has stirred controversy, Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for defense secretary, and his legal team have stated that the accuser in a prior settlement is free to speak about the case. However, they cautioned that any dissemination of falsehoods could result in a defamation lawsuit. This statement was made by Hegseth’s attorney, Timothy Parlatore, during an interview with CNN’s Kaitlan Collins. Parlatore pointed out that although the accuser is at liberty to discuss the allegations openly, she must tread carefully to avoid legal consequences for any … Read more