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DOJ Says WHCD Shooting Suspect Took Mirror Selfie Before Attack
The DOJ filing details digital evidence, including a photo taken 30 minutes before the incident and prescheduled apology emails sent just prior to the shooting.
FCC Challenges ABC Licensing Over DEI Policies Following Trump Call for Kimmel Firing
The FCC is seeking early renewal review of all eight ABC-owned station licenses, citing concerns about Disney's diversity policies as the network refuses to remove Jimmy Kimmel from its air.
Former Fauci Aide Charged With Conspiracy to Hide COVID Origin Communications
The Justice Department alleges the former adviser concealed communications to obstruct congressional and media inquiries into how the coronavirus pandemic began.
Gunfire Erupts Near Seattle Mayor's Event as Families, Children Gather
No injuries reported; multiple suspects fled the scene in Yesler Terrace neighborhood where Mayor Katie Wilson was speaking at community center.
Appeals Court Rules Pentagon Can Require Reporter Escorts During Policy Appeal
The 2-1 D.C. Circuit ruling allows the Trump administration to maintain escort requirements while it appeals a lower court decision ordering restoration of press access.
King Gets Standing Ovations for Congress Speech Warning of Volatile World
British monarch's address to US lawmakers stressed NATO unity and Ukraine support while navigating diplomatic tensions between Washington and London.
Mamdani Slams Supreme Court's Voting Rights Act Ruling, Says It Risks Disenfranchising Millions
The 6-3 decision struck down Louisiana's second majority-Black congressional district as an unconstitutional racial gerrymander.
Pritzker: Voting Rights Act Ruling 'An Attack on a Crown Jewel of Our Democracy'
Illinois governor vows to push back after Supreme Court's 6-3 decision striking down Louisiana's congressional map.
Redistricting War Draws to a Close: A Look at GOP, Democratic Gains
The national battle over congressional maps has produced potential pickup opportunities for both parties heading into the midterms.
Labor Secretary Exit Tests GOP's Emerging Union Coalition
Acting Secretary Keith Sonderling now leads DOL as Trump weighs replacement that could signal the party's direction on labor policy.