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Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer

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Attorneys for Nolan Wells' Family to Collaborate on Cellphone Inspection Amid Ongoing Investigation

Family attorneys and local authorities agree to jointly examine the recovered cellphone of Nolan Wells as part of the inquiry into his death following a July 4 disappearance.

Jul 16, 2026, 1:29 AM Washington Times News

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Drunk Driver Served Nine Drinks Kills Massachusetts State Trooper in Wrong-Way Crash

Hernan Marrero, with a blood alcohol level more than twice the legal limit, drove 1.8 miles the wrong way on Route 1 before colliding with Trooper Kevin Trainor’s cruiser, killing both men.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 9:07 PM

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Declares 'Weaponization Fund' Dead at Senate Hearing

During his confirmation hearing, Todd Blanche defended the controversial IRS settlement involving a $1.8 billion fund, despite criticism from a federal judge and bipartisan concerns.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 10:18 AM

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Faces Senate Judiciary Committee Over DOJ Controversies

Blanche seeks permanent confirmation amid scrutiny over Justice Department actions, including a disputed fund linked to Trump's IRS lawsuit.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 15, 2026, 9:31 AM

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Illegal Immigrant Truck Driver Sentenced to Nearly Five Years for Fatal California Crash

Jashanpreet Singh, an illegal immigrant from India, received a prison sentence of four years and eight months after pleading guilty to vehicular manslaughter in a 2025 Southern California semitruck crash that killed three people, sparking outrage and calls for stricter enforcement.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 7:02 AM

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Faces Backlash Over IRS Settlement Favoring Trump

A federal judge criticized a settlement approved by Todd Blanche that benefits President Trump and his family, raising concerns about Blanche's suitability for attorney general.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 5:10 AM

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Houston Prosecutor Prepared to Charge ICE Agents in Fatal Shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo

Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare is investigating the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by an ICE agent, while immigration lawyer Hugo Balderas-Ibarra, who represents some involved immigrants, faces separate felony charges.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 3:45 AM

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Wisconsin Elections Commission Finds Elon Musk May Have Violated Election Bribery Law

The commission referred complaints to the Brown County District Attorney over Musk's $1 million voter check giveaways during a 2025 Wisconsin Supreme Court election.

CBS Politics | Jul 14, 2026, 11:44 PM

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New Mexico AG Urges Reform After Report Reveals Racial Disparities in Gallup-McKinley Schools

A state investigation finds Indigenous and Hispanic students face disproportionate suspensions and expulsions compared to white peers in New Mexico’s largest Native American school district.

ProPublica | Jul 14, 2026, 5:07 PM

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Judge Williams Criticizes Trump-Linked Settlement in Reopened IRS Case

A federal judge has issued a scathing opinion on a dismissed lawsuit involving former President Trump and a disputed $1.776 billion settlement, highlighting collusion and improper motives.

Reason | Jul 14, 2026, 2:30 PM

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US Judge Voids Donald Trump’s $1.8 Billion IRS Settlement Over Leaked Tax Returns

A federal judge ruled that the lawsuit filed by Donald Trump and his allies against the IRS was for an improper purpose, nullifying a controversial settlement that shielded them from tax audits.

France 24 English | Jul 14, 2026, 5:44 AM

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Federal Judge Criticizes Trump’s IRS Lawsuit as a Pretext for a Controversial Settlement

U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams ruled that President Donald Trump’s January 29 lawsuit against the IRS was a facade to justify a settlement benefiting Trump and his allies with taxpayer funds.

Reason | Jul 14, 2026, 3:45 AM

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Federal Judge Criticizes Trump’s IRS Lawsuit as a Pretext for a Controversial Settlement

U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams ruled that President Donald Trump’s January lawsuit against the IRS was a facade to justify a settlement benefiting Trump and his allies with taxpayer funds.

Reason | Jul 14, 2026, 2:24 AM

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Former Afghan General Abdul Zahir Qadeer Charged with Drug and Firearm Offenses in U.S.

Abdul Zahir Qadeer, a former Afghan National Assembly member and Border Force general, faces federal charges in New York for conspiring to import narcotics and possess illegal firearms.

CBS Politics | Jul 10, 2026, 11:58 PM

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NAACP Calls for Suspension of Memphis Safe Task Force Following Deaths of Two Black Men

The civil rights group demands a federal investigation into the task force's actions amid concerns over insufficient training and community trust.

Guardian US | Jul 10, 2026, 9:23 PM

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Houston Man Killed by ICE Was Not Intended Target, DHS Confirms

Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, fatally shot during a traffic stop in Houston, was mistakenly targeted during an immigration enforcement operation, officials say.

BBC World | Jul 10, 2026, 5:29 AM

Karmelo Anthony Seeks New Trial Following 35-Year Sentence for Austin Metcalf Killing

Defense attorneys argue prosecutors coerced Anthony into waiving his right to testify and accuse them of breaking agreements on evidence use in the 2025 fatal stabbing case.

Guardian US | Jul 8, 2026, 2:27 AM

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DOJ Warns State Election Officials of Criminal Liability Over Non-Citizen Voting

The Justice Department's Civil Rights Division has sent letters to election officials in all 50 states and D.C., threatening criminal prosecution if noncitizens are knowingly allowed to vote or remain on voter rolls.

NBC Politics | Jul 8, 2026, 1:48 AM

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Texas Governor Orders Probe into Hospital Advertising Birth Packages in Mexico

Governor Greg Abbott has launched an investigation into Mission Regional Medical Center after billboards in Mexico promoted childbirth services to foreign nationals near the U.S.-Mexico border.

Fox News Latest | Jul 8, 2026, 1:24 AM

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Charges Dropped Against US Father Who Drove Family Off California Cliff After Mental Health Treatment

Dharmesh Patel, accused of attempted murder after driving his family off a cliff in 2023, had all charges dismissed following completion of a mental health diversion program.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 8, 2026, 12:10 AM

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Charges Dropped Against US Dad Who Drove Family Off Northern California Cliff After Mental Health Treatment

Dharmesh Patel, accused of attempted murder for driving his family off a cliff in 2023, had all charges dismissed after completing a two-year mental health diversion program.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 7, 2026, 11:59 PM

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Faces Questions Over Voter Registration Address

Despite his public stance against illegal voting, Ken Paxton may have voted using an address where he did not reside, raising concerns about compliance with Texas election law.

ProPublica | Jul 7, 2026, 10:29 PM

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Man Sues After ICE Tracked Him Down on Vacation Over Email Comparing ICE Chief to Nazi

David Streever alleges First Amendment violations after ICE served a warning notice and tracked him during a family trip.

Reason | Jul 7, 2026, 10:06 PM

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Family Demands Release of Video in Tennessee National Guard Shooting of Tyrin Johnson

The grandfather of Tyrin Johnson, fatally shot by Tennessee National Guard troops, calls for transparency amid ongoing investigation.

The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 7:17 PM