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Trump sues ABC News for defamation over rape comments
Former President Donald Trump has filed a lawsuit against ABC News and anchor George Stephanopoulos, alleging defamation. The legal action stems from comments made during an interview in which Stephanopoulos repeatedly stated that Trump had been found liable for rape. In a March 10 interview on “This Week,” Stephanopoulos pressed Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., regarding… -
ACLU and NRA unite in landmark free speech case at Supreme Court
Supreme Court justices heard arguments in NRA v. Vullo on Monday, March 18. The landmark case has brought together two unlikely allies, the National Rifle Association (NRA) and the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). The case centers on allegations made by the NRA against Maria Vullo, a former New York state official who previously held… -
Report: Trump unable to secure $464 million bond in civil fraud case
Former President Donald Trump is struggling to secure insurance for a $464 million appeal bond in his ongoing civil fraud case in New York. Despite reaching out to nearly 30 underwriters, Trump has reportedly been unsuccessful in obtaining the required bond, according to NBC News. According to Trump’s legal team, obtaining such a bond is… -
Border funding fight threatens budget deadline, shutdown days away
Congressional leaders and the White House are currently engaged in negotiations to finalize a deal aiming to keep much of the government open beyond the deadline on Friday, March 22. Sources familiar with the talks told CNN that failure to reach an agreement could result in a shutdown for major agencies. One of the primary… -
Homeland Security reveals first AI roadmap, launches pilot programs
The Department of Homeland Security unveiled its inaugural artificial intelligence roadmap Monday, March 18, introducing three pilot projects. The initiatives aim to improve investigations into fentanyl trafficking and child exploitation, support communities in disaster resilience planning through FEMA and enhance training for immigration officers. The unprecedented speed and potential of AI’s development and adoption presents… -
Antitrust ruling rocks real estate: Buyers brace for shift in commission structures
New developments are shifting the real estate landscape following an antitrust ruling against the National Association of Realtors. Pending court approval, a $418 million settlement could change the process of buying and selling homes, potentially slashing the traditional 6% broker commission and fostering more competitive pricing structures. Under the current model, buyers typically don’t directly… -
Sports Illustrated and Minute Media partnership secures print future
In a strategic move designed to stabilize and expand its operations, Sports Illustrated is partnering with digital media company Minute Media. This collaboration marks a significant shift in the magazine’s publishing rights, now secured by Minute Media for the next 10 years, with an option to extend the agreement for up to three decades. The… -
Apple in talks with Google to integrate AI engine into iPhone
Apple is reportedly in discussions to integrate Google’s Gemini artificial intelligence engine into the iPhone, according to Bloomberg News. Sources familiar with the matter suggest that negotiations are centered around licensing Gemini for new features slated to arrive on iPhone software later this year. Details regarding the terms of the agreement and its implementation are… -
Feds advocate for right-to-repair changes amid McDonald’s ice cream woes
Federal regulators are advocating for alterations to right-to-repair legislation in response to the recurrent breakdowns of McDonald’s ice cream machines. It’s a frustration many have encountered when craving a McFlurry or soft-serve cone. In a collaborative message to the U.S. Copyright Office, both the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission presented a case… -
Boeing whistleblower’s death sparks cover-up allegations
The death of a Boeing whistleblower has investigators probing for answers. On March 9, John Barnett’s body was found in a hotel parking lot in Charleston, South Carolina, reportedly with a gunshot wound. Despite the coroner’s ruling of a “self-inflicted” gunshot, a close friend, identified only as “Jennifer” by ABC News 4, casts doubt on… -
SCOTUS clarifies when public officials can block constituents on social media
In a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court has ruled that public officials can block individuals on social media under certain circumstances. This ruling addresses critical First Amendment questions in an era where officials frequently interact with constituents online. The ruling arose from two cases — one in Michigan and one in California — where constituents… -
NYC subway shooting renews violence worries after National Guard called in
A man is in critical condition after being shot in the head on a Brooklyn subway train during rush hour Thursday, March 14. The altercation took place between a 32-year-old man and a 36-year-old man on board a northbound A train at a Brooklyn station. Chief of Transit Michael Kemper held a news conference and… -
‘Netanyahu has lost his way’: Schumer calls for new elections in Israel
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., has called for new elections in Israel to replace Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Schumer also expressed support for a temporary cease-fire between Israel and Hamas but opposed a permanent one, arguing it would allow Hamas to regroup. On Thursday, March 14, Schumer — the highest-ranking Jewish official in the…