Louisiana Supreme Court Overturns Death Row Conviction, Citing Flawed Forensics
Jimmie “Chris” Duncan is freed after the court finds the evidence against him scientifically indefensible.
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Jimmie “Chris” Duncan is freed after the court finds the evidence against him scientifically indefensible.
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The Energy Department has signed agreements with Utah, Tennessee, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Idaho to investigate potential nuclear waste storage sites amid ongoing disposal challenges.
The Hill | Jul 29, 2026, 1:28 AM
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Louisiana Republican Senator John Kennedy addressed concerns about the Saudi civil nuclear deal and U.S. military involvement in the Middle East during a July 26, 2026 interview.
CBS Politics | Jul 27, 2026, 1:11 AMgeneral
House Republicans filed an amicus brief urging the Supreme Court to reject qualified immunity for officers who stopped a Christian evangelist distributing literature in Louisiana.
Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 8:35 PMus
Louisiana rapper Boosie Badazz is pursuing arbitration to recover part of a $600,000 payment to lobbyists who failed to secure a presidential pardon for his 2023 weapon possession conviction.
Guardian US | Jul 14, 2026, 3:38 PM
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Senator John Kennedy questions President Trump's claims of vandalism at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool as the Justice Department attributes damage to weather and faulty installation.
The Hill | Aug 2, 2026, 5:47 PM
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Senator John Kennedy warns against granting a 'blank check' for legislation on President Trump’s anti-weaponization fund, while doubts grow over acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s Senate confirmation.
The Hill | Aug 2, 2026, 4:05 PM
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Fatima Ameaka, a Cameroonian researcher at Johns Hopkins University, was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement at Baltimore Washington International Airport and is now in ICE custody pending removal proceedings.
ABC Top Stories | Aug 1, 2026, 1:58 AM
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State reviews and federal data show hundreds of thousands of likely noncitizens on voter rolls across several states, prompting legal actions and warnings about election integrity.
Fox News Latest | Jul 31, 2026, 10:12 AM
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Demetrius Byrd, former LSU wide receiver, faces aggravated assault charges after a heated altercation on a Miami bus.
Fox News Latest | Jul 30, 2026, 11:35 PM
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North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis sharply rebuked fellow Republicans for backing the SAVE America Act and the 1776 Fund, warning these measures could harm GOP prospects in upcoming elections.
Daily Caller | Jul 30, 2026, 11:10 PM
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Dr. Erica Schwartz’s nomination to direct the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention moves forward despite concerns over political independence.
CBS Politics | Jul 30, 2026, 9:58 PM
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The initiative aims to streamline CDL licensing for military veterans and remove illegal immigrant commercial drivers from U.S. roads, promoting highway safety and veteran employment.
Fox News Latest | Jul 30, 2026, 8:57 PM
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The Justice Department’s National Fraud Enforcement Division revealed charges involving SNAP benefits, SBA loans, housing benefits, and tax fraud spanning seven states.
Daily Caller | Jul 30, 2026, 8:42 PM
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Mike Waltz highlights ongoing diplomatic talks and military readiness amid a temporary halt in U.S. strikes on Iran.
CBS Politics | Jul 26, 2026, 9:38 PM
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A federal panel rejected claims that Tennessee's new congressional map dilutes Black voters' power, allowing the GOP-favored map to stand for the August 6 primary.
Fox News Latest | Jul 24, 2026, 5:34 PM
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Donald Trump announced the expansion of the voluntary Ratepayer Protection Pledge, aiming to prevent US consumers from bearing the energy costs of AI datacenter growth, amid criticism over its effectiveness.
Guardian US | Jul 23, 2026, 9:31 PM
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Despite legislative successes, Speaker Mike Johnson faces mounting criticism from Republicans over his leadership of the narrow GOP majority in the House.
Fox News Latest | Jul 23, 2026, 5:34 PM
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President Donald Trump attended the dignified transfer of four American service members killed in Iran attacks as the United States conducted its 12th consecutive night of airstrikes.
NBC Politics | Jul 23, 2026, 1:07 PM
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The House narrowly approved a Republican-backed budget blueprint that initiates a reconciliation process to fund the Iran conflict, agricultural aid, and parts of President Trump's voting regulations bill.
CBS Politics | Jul 23, 2026, 12:22 AM
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Following Spain's extra-time victory over Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, FIFA has launched an investigation into a post-match brawl. Meanwhile, Texas Representative Jasmine Crockett sparked controversy by linking the event to broader issues of racism during a House hearing.
Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 11:11 PM
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Bertha, located south of Panama City, Florida, poses risks of heavy rain and coastal flooding, while Hurricane Fausto develops far from land in the Pacific.
Guardian US | Jul 21, 2026, 9:27 AMpolitics
Taylor Farms is recalling 25 shredded lettuce and salad mix products linked to a multistate cyclospora outbreak traced to a supplier in central Mexico, affecting 27 states across the U.S.
The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 1:40 AMgeneral
At the 2026 Fanatics Fest in New York City, a viral moment unfolded when Tom Brady’s throw sent Rob Gronkowski plunging into a dunk tank filled with Raising Cane’s signature sauce.
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