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Federal probe targets Jack Smith over his Trump cases

A federal investigation into former special counsel Jack Smith has commenced based on allegations that lack any publicly presented evidence, raising questions about whether legitimate law enforcement activities are being reframed as political interference. The U.S. Office of Special Counsel is examining claims that Smith violated the Hatch Act through his investigations of Donald Trump...

‘My Actions Were Justified’: Ex-Ohio Cop Who Shot Black Man Holding Cellphone and Keys Within Seconds Plans to Appeal 15-Year Prison Sentence
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‘My Actions Were Justified’: Ex-Ohio Cop Who Shot Black Man Holding Cellphone and Keys Within Seconds Plans to Appeal 15-Year Prison Sentence

A former Columbus, Ohio, police officer who fatally shot an unarmed Black man holding a cellphone has been sentenced to 15 years in prison.  Adam Coy, who was convicted of murder in November, was handed the mandatory sentence nearly four years after the shooting of 47-year-old Andre Hill. However, Coy says he plans to appeal....

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US-Pakistan trade deal reshapes regional power dynamics

Historic agreement signals Washington’s strategic pivot in South Asia amid rising Chinese influence The United States and Pakistan have forged a groundbreaking economic partnership that promises to transform bilateral relations while sending ripples across South Asia’s complex geopolitical landscape. This landmark agreement arrives as Pakistan navigates increasingly intricate relationships with regional powers, positioning itself strategically...

‘Did She Choke After Saying That?’: Karoline Leavitt Tries to Say Trump Opposes Profiting from Public Service While He Literally Plans to Take the $1B Jet with Him After Leaving Office
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‘Did She Choke After Saying That?’: Karoline Leavitt Tries to Say Trump Opposes Profiting from Public Service While He Literally Plans to Take the $1B Jet with Him After Leaving Office

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt had a headscratcher of an answer when asked about President Donald Trump’s derogatory comments about fellow Republican and Missouri Sen. Josh Hawley, who introduced legislation to ban stock trading by all federal lawmakers, including the president and vice president. The bill passed a critical hurdle Wednesday with, Hawley joining...

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Another shutdown? Why Congress is headed for a standoff

The familiar drumbeat of government shutdown threats is echoing through Washington again as Republican and Democratic lawmakers dig into entrenched positions over federal spending priorities. This isn’t just political posturing — real consequences loom for millions of Americans if Congress can’t bridge deep partisan divisions before critical funding deadlines arrive. The current standoff centers on...

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Trump considers controversial Diddy pardon strategy

Music mogul’s legal team pushes for clemency after mixed trial verdict President Donald Trump is reportedly “seriously considering” a presidential pardon for hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs following the music executive’s recent federal trial that ended with a split verdict. The potential clemency comes as Combs faces sentencing on prostitution-related charges after being acquitted of...