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Flydubai Hijacker Identified as Omani Citizen With History of Ideological Concerns
Hamam al-Hammami was previously removed from Oman Air duties for radical views but hired by Flydubai, according to reports.
Supreme Court Temporarily Clears Trump Administration’s Third-Country Deportation Policy
The Court stayed a lower-court judgment restricting DHS guidance while arguments on procedural compliance are set for December, highlighting a legal battle over rarely used 1996 immigration authorities.
GOP Wary of $200 Million Price Tag to Sustain Paxton Senate Campaign
Internal fears grow that leaked audio criticizing the President's convention may stall further spending from MAGA Inc. as Democrats increase support for James Talarico.
Top Investigator in Biden-Era Election Probe Wanted to Repeal Speech or Debate Clause
Newly uncovered 2021 messages reveal J.P. Cooney, Jack Smith’s principal deputy, advocated for repealing constitutional protections for lawmakers before subpoenas were issued.
Lawmakers’ Stunned Face and Other Viral Moments Cap Rough Week for Political Class
A Senate hearing error involving Jack Smith and a viral social media misstep by a Maine candidate dominated political coverage, overshadowing policy debates.
Lindy Li, Former Democratic Fundraiser, Leaves Door Open for Congressional Run After Party Break
Li, who raised nearly $515,000 in 2016 and $168,000 in 2018 for Democratic campaigns, says she is not ruling out a future run for office after publishing a memoir criticizing the party's handling of Biden's candidacy.
AP Reporter Who Witnessed Nearly 500 Executions Calls Christa Pike’s Lethal Injection Unprecedented
Grady Graczyk, who has covered capital punishment for 46 years, states he has never seen an execution fail after the injection was delivered, unlike recent reports from Tennessee.
Expert Criticizes Talarico’s Biblical Justification for Progressive Policies as 'Butchering the Bible'
Just Facts President Jim Agresti argues Texas Senate nominee James Talarico misinterprets scripture to support universal healthcare and government expansion.
Oman Banned FlyDubai Co-Pilot Over ‘Radical’ Views Before Cockpit Attack
The Wall Street Journal reports the Omani national was barred from flying in his home country due to ideological concerns, yet was hired by the UAE-based airline to fly to Israel.
San Antonio Jury Convicts Illegal Immigrant in Shooting That Paralyzed Marine Veteran
Wilmer Vladimir Ortega Ruiz faces up to life in prison after being convicted of aggravated assault charges, despite a history of missed court appearances.