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Starmer Accuses Musk of Interference as Henry Nowak Murder Case Sparks International Outrage
The UK prime minister called on the tech billionaire to stop 'whipping up division' over body-camera footage showing police handcuffing the dying 18-year-old student.
Former National Security Advisor John Bolton to Plead Guilty to Retaining Classified Information
The one-time Trump administration official faces up to 60 months in prison and a $2.25 million fine under an expected plea deal with federal authorities.
Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Establish Science-Based Standards for U.S. Ocean Aquaculture
The Marine Aquaculture Research for America Act would create consistent federal rules for aquaculture research in U.S. waters, where current permitting lacks clear congressional guidance.
Jury Selected in Karmelo Anthony Murder Trial Without Black Jurors; Defense Alleges Prosecutorial Bias
The Anthony family and their supporters say the prosecution improperly struck Black jurors, while prosecutors maintain selections were based on legitimate reasons not race.
California Election Results Still Undecided as Los Angeles Begins Counting Ballots
Steve Hilton leads the gubernatorial race with roughly 28% of the vote, while Karen Bass has secured her spot in the LA mayoral general election.
Georgia Republicans Push for Early Trump Senate Endorsement Before Runoff Window Closes
GOP strategists warn that a late endorsement could replicate Randy Feenstra's Iowa loss, with early voting starting June 8 and the runoff set for June 16.
Ohio State University Agrees to $100 Million Settlement Over Sexual Abuse by Former Campus Doctor
The agreement covers 279 of 280 plaintiffs who accused Dr. Richard Strauss of abusing them over two decades while university staff allegedly knew of complaints as early as 1979.
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program Builds Units Many Renters Cannot Afford
The federal program, which distributes up to $15 billion annually in tax credits, sets affordability thresholds at income levels that often exceed what minimum-wage workers earn.
Democrat Angela Gonzales-Torres Advances to General Election for US House in California's 34th Congressional District
The primary winner will compete in November for the seat currently held by Rep. Jimmy Gomez, who did not seek reelection.
George Santos Betting Activity on Kalshi Flagged to DOJ, Source Says
The former congressman placed bets on his own State of the Union attendance — and against it — before being expelled from Congress.