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FSU Shooting Leaves 2 Dead, 6 Wounded; Gunman Killed
Former youth council member used ex-deputy mother's gun in campus attack, forcing students to shelter before police intervention...
Phoenix Ikner's FSU shooting Thursday killed 2 non-students, wounded 6. Student Carolina Sena described hiding in the student union basement during panic. Police Chiefs Revell and Trumbower responded when Ikner, using his deputy mother's former service weapon, attacked. The Leon County Sheriff's youth council member was shot by police. Campus memorials followed.
FSU Shooter Used Deputy Stepmother's Gun in Deadly Attack
20-year-old Phoenix Ikner, subject of lengthy custody battle, killed two and wounded six in shooting involving law enforcement family weapon...
Phoenix Ikner, 20, killed two and wounded six at Florida State University using his stepmother's gun. His parents Anne-Mari Eriksen and Christopher Ikner fought custody from 2007-2023, with his mother convicted of child removal in 2016. Stepmother Jessica Ikner, an 18-year veteran deputy under Sheriff McNeil, faced a dismissed slander lawsuit from Anne-Mari in 2015.
Menendez Brothers' Resentencing Bid Faces May Court Decision
Beverly Hills patricide case returns to spotlight as siblings seek relief from life sentences, awaiting crucial parole risk assessment...
Erik and Lyle Menendez, imprisoned for killing parents Jose and Kitty by shotgun in their Beverly Hills mansion in 1989, seek resentencing from life terms. Judge Jesic postponed until May 9 to review Newsom-ordered parole risk assessment. Attorney Geragos and Freedman oppose DA Hochman, while prosecutor Balian emphasizes rehabilitation. Case renewed interest through Netflix drama.
CEO Murder Suspect Left Trail of Anti-Insurance Industry Rage
26-year-old Ivy League grad faces death penalty for allegedly killing UnitedHealthcare chief with marked bullets bearing industry critique..
Luigi Mangione, 26-year-old Ivy League graduate, faces death penalty for killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson December 4 at Manhattan hotel. Evidence includes surveillance footage, marked ammunition ('delay, deny, depose'), and anti-insurance industry notebook. Attorney General Bondi ordered capital punishment. Defense lawyer Friedman Agnifilo claims political motivation. Mangione remains jailed in Brooklyn.
Canadian Drug Lord Faces Death Penalty in LA Cartel Case
Former Olympic snowboarder's associate charged with running murder-for-hire ring under Sinaloa protection; arrest follows 29-person trafficking investigation...
Canadian Andrew Clark, born 1990, faces death penalty in LA for leading drug trafficking ring with Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding under Sinaloa cartel protection. Following Trump's orders, AG Bondi directed prosecutors to pursue capital cases. Clark, arrested in Mexico with 29 others, orchestrated murder-for-hire plots, including Caledon shooting killing two parents.
Oklahoma City Bombing Leaves Federal Building in Ruins
Medical teams evacuate victims amid bomb scares as McVeigh and Nichols face arrest; families gather at local church awaiting news...
The April 19, 1995 Oklahoma City bombing devastated the Murrah Federal Building. Medical assistants Froehlich, Jackson, and Albright fled during a secondary bomb scare. McVeigh was arrested at Noble County Courthouse, Nichols at Wichita's federal court. Emergency teams searched rubble while blood-covered victims received aid and families awaited news at First Christian Church.
Mormon Church's $100B Investment Fraud Lawsuit Thrown Out
Judge dismisses case over Ensign Peak's hidden wealth, following SEC's $5M fine for concealing tithing-funded investments through shell companies...
Judge Shelby dismissed October 2023 Mormon church lawsuit citing expired fraud claim limitations. Whistleblower Nielsen exposed Ensign Peak's $100B portfolio in 2019, revealing only two expenditures: $600M insurance bailout and $1.4B Temple Square mall. SEC fined church $5M for shell companies hiding investments of members' 10% tithing contributions.
Florida GOP Pushes Gun Age Limit Repeal After FSU Shooting
State House votes to lower rifle purchase age to 18, despite recent campus tragedy where 20-year-old killed two with stolen police weapon...
A 20-year-old FSU student used his deputy mother's service weapon to kill 2 and wound 6. Republicans who enacted post-Parkland restrictions now seek repeal of under-21 rifle purchase ban, despite failed 2023-24 attempts and federal court support. House approved repeal on party lines; Senate expected to block.
Deputy's Son Kills 2, Wounds 6 in FSU Campus Shooting
Phoenix Ikner, 20, opened fire at Florida State's student union, triggering lockdown and reviving trauma for Parkland survivors...
Phoenix Ikner, 20, son of Leon County deputy, killed 2 and wounded 6 at FSU's student union Thursday 12:01pm. Sheriff McNeil confirmed the shooter's identity. Witness Blake Leonard heard 27 shots, while Ann Akabanasiak encountered crying students during campus lockdown. The incident particularly traumatized Parkland shooting survivors now at FSU, where 14 died in 2018.
Tesla Settles Racism Lawsuit with Black Employee at Fremont Plant
Settlement follows allegations of racial slurs, discriminatory treatment, and hostile workplace conditions, adding to company's ongoing discrimination controversies...
Tesla settled with Black employee Raina Pierce (case 22-03177) over racism at Fremont plant, including 'plantation' greetings, slurs, bathroom graffiti, gender insults, and discriminatory discipline. HR was alerted about leadership misconduct. Settlement follows elevator operator Owen Diaz's March 2024 discrimination case, reduced from $137M to $3.2M verdict.
Deputy's Son Charged in Fatal Florida State University Shooting
Phoenix Ikner, 20, allegedly used mother's service weapon to kill two and wound six others in campus attack Friday morning...
Phoenix Ikner, 20, son of Leon County Deputy, killed 2 non-students and wounded 6 at FSU Friday 11:50am ET. Chief Trumbower confirmed treatment at Tallahassee Memorial. Ikner, involved in sheriff's training programs and youth council, used mother's service weapon, then invoked silence rights. 2014's Strozier Library shooting left 3 shot, shooter dead.
Disgraced Ex-Rep Santos Faces Prison After Fraud Guilty Plea
Former congressman who defrauded voters and stole identities could serve up to 7 years, following historic House expulsion...
Former Rep. Santos, 36, pleaded guilty in August to fraud and identity theft, facing 7 years for deceiving voters and stealing identities. Expelled from NY's 3rd District as 6th congressperson ever removed, he misused Redstone Strategies LLC funds for Hermès purchases. DOJ condemns his April 2024 social media defiance and false accusations.
Freedom Convoy Leaders Found Guilty in Ottawa Protest Trial
Organizers Chris Barber and Tamara Lich face up to two years for mischief charges stemming from 2022 COVID mandate demonstrations...
Convoy organizers Chris Barber and Tamara Lich were found guilty of mischief for leading the 2022 Ottawa protest against COVID-19 mandates. Barber seeks stay through Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms, facing 2-year sentence. He cited legal consultations while encouraging protesters during downtown occupation that disrupted residents and businesses with vehicles and thousands of demonstrators.
Man Firebombs PA Governor's Mansion During Passover Attack
Suspect used Molotov cocktails to cause millions in damage, citing Palestinian issues and animosity toward Governor Shapiro...
At 2 a.m., Cody Balmer breached Pennsylvania Governor's Residence using lawnmower gasoline in beer bottles as Molotov cocktails. The unemployed mechanic, citing Palestinian issues and hatred toward Shapiro, caused millions in damage during Passover. J.J. Klaver criticized security failures as state police pledge review. Balmer faces competency evaluation.
Menendez Brothers Seek Freedom After 34 Years Behind Bars
Beverly Hills patricide case returns to spotlight as siblings petition for reduced sentences, citing abuse claims and family support...
Erik and Lyle Menendez, imprisoned for killing parents Jose and Kitty in 1989 Beverly Hills, seek reduction from life sentence to 50 years. Attorney Geragos confronts DA Hochman over parole assessments before May 9 hearing. Brothers, 18 and 21 then, claim abuse defense versus inheritance motive. Netflix drama renewed interest. Family supports release.
UnitedHealthcare CEO's Killer Faces Death Penalty in Multi-State Case
Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to 15 charges across New York and Pennsylvania in the December murder of Brian Thompson...
Luigi Mangione faces death penalty for killing 50-year-old UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on December 4, 2024. Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg brought 11 charges, with 4 more in Pennsylvania. Mangione pleaded not guilty. Attorney General Pam Bondi directed federal prosecution for murder and stalking charges.
PA Governor's Family Escapes Midnight Arson at Official Residence
Shapiro family fled in pajamas as fire caused millions in damage; Governor later thanks Harrisburg firefighters for swift response...
After a 10PM holiday gathering, Gov. Josh Shapiro's family fled their Harrisburg residence during a Sunday arson fire. At 1AM, troopers evacuated the Shapiros - Lori, four children, dogs Bo and Bentley - in pajamas on a cold, misty night. Thursday, they served catered lunch to Harrisburg firefighters and inspected extensive damage: charred areas, broken glass totaling millions.
Deputy's Son Kills Two in Florida State University Shooting
Five others wounded as 20-year-old gunman attacks FSU campus, forcing students to shelter during terrifying rampage...
A 20-year-old deputy's son attacked Florida State University's 44,000-student campus, killing 2 non-students and wounding 5, treated at Tallahassee Memorial. Police Chief Trumbower led the response. The incident, recalling 2014's Myron May shooting, prompted students like Ryan Cedergren and Chris Pento to hide in a bowling alley and freight elevator. All campus events were cancelled.
Two Dead in Florida State Shooting; Gunman in Custody
Police apprehend 20-year-old suspect after campus attack leaves six others injured at Tallahassee university..
A shooting at Florida State University by 20-year-old Phoenix Ikner left 2 dead and 6 injured in Tallahassee. Trump, a Palm Beach resident familiar with the area, called it 'terrible' but opposed new gun controls, stating 'the gun doesn't do the shooting, people do.' Police shot and apprehended the gunman.
Tesla Sued Over Alleged Odometer Fraud in California
Class action claims automaker inflated mileage readings on 1 million vehicles, potentially voiding warranties earlier than warranted...
Tesla, headquartered in Austin, faces a class action lawsuit in LA federal court over manipulated odometer readings affecting 1 million California vehicles. Nyree Hinton's 2020 Model Y showed 15% inflated readings, causing premature 50,000-mile warranty expiration. A March 2024 ruling requires similar cases proceed through individual arbitrations.
Man Gets Life for Murdering Wife After Digital Stalking Campaign
Colorado resident Daniel Krug convicted of killing wife while impersonating her ex-boyfriend in months of threatening messages...
Daniel Krug, 44, received mandatory life imprisonment after prosecutor Kate Armstrong secured conviction on four charges including first-degree murder. The Colorado man terrorized his wife Kristil, a biochemical engineer, with threatening messages while posing as her ex-boyfriend. After she logged the escalating threats, he killed her at their Denver home on December 14, 2023.
Two Dead in Florida State Shooting; Suspect Was Deputy's Son
Six injured near student union as former service weapon used in attack; all campus events canceled through Sunday...
Florida State's noon ET active shooter alert reported 2 non-student deaths and 6 injuries near the student union. Chief Trumbower identified the shooter as a deputy's son using a former service weapon. While women's golf played ACC Tournament, track competed in Gainesville, and tennis played in Louisville, all campus events through Sunday were canceled.
Brazil Star Probed in Match-Fixing Yellow Card Scandal
Flamengo striker Bruno Henrique under federal investigation for allegedly orchestrating deliberate booking for betting profits during Santos match...
Flamengo's Bruno Henrique, 34-year-old twice-capped Brazil international, faces federal police investigation for allegedly orchestrating yellow card booking against Santos for family betting profits. Evidence includes suspicious Belo Horizonte bets and message exchanges. Two-time Copa Libertadores winner remains supported by league-leading Flamengo following 6-0 Juventude victory at Maracana under Filipe Luís.
Hero Passenger Stops Knife-Wielding Hijacker on Belize Flight
U.S. veteran killed after stabbing three aboard Tropic Air domestic flight; armed passenger critically wounded while stopping attack...
U.S. veteran Akinyela Taylor hijacked Tropic Air's Corozal-San Pedro flight at 8:30 AM, stabbing three with knife. Police Commissioner Williams reported an armed passenger fatally shot Taylor but suffered critical back and lung injuries. CEO Greif praised heroic pilot for landing safely at Ladyville after random circling. U.S. Embassy's Martin confirmed investigation. BACC reported all 16 aboard accounted for.
FSU Student Gunman Kills 2, Wounds 6 in Campus Attack
Shooting at Student Union prompts campus-wide lockdown using 'SEMINOLE' alert system; university suspends classes and offers counseling services...
FSU shooting by 20-year-old student, deputy's son, killed 2 and injured 6 Thursday. Student Union incident triggered shelter-in-place using "SEMINOLE" safe word. Donald L. Tucker Civic Center offered counseling. Classes canceled through Friday, athletics through Sunday. Affected buildings included Bellamy, HCB, Rovetta, Moore, Shaw, Pepper, Hecht, Carraway.
Hijacked Belize Passenger Plane Ends in Fatal Standoff
Tropic Air flight with 16 aboard forced to divert to Ladyville; hijacker dead and multiple passengers injured in dramatic incident...
According to the Belize Airport Concession Company, a Tropic Air flight with 14 passengers and 2 crew members was hijacked at 8:30am on its Corozal to San Pedro route. The BACC monitored as the plane circled randomly before landing in Ladyville. The hijacker died, while injured passengers received hospital treatment.
Six Wounded in Florida State University Student Union Shooting
One victim in critical condition as police detain suspect; campus activities suspended following second major shooting incident in nine years...
Thursday's FSU Student Union shooting injured 6, one critically. Student Blake Leonard reported 12-15 shots fired. Classes and sports cancelled. One suspect detained. Trump, DeSantis responded. This follows a 2015 incident where a graduate shot 3 at the library before being killed by police. Ava Arenado among witnesses.
Boy, 11, Hit by Train After Safety System Fails
Calgary Transit driver arrested after crossing barriers malfunction at Banff Trail Station, leaving child with non-life-threatening injuries...
Calgary police reported an 11-year-old boy was struck by a light rail train at Banff Trail Station's marked crosswalk, following a safety system failure when pedestrian barriers weren't lowered. He received medical treatment for non-life-threatening injuries. The train driver was arrested, and Calgary Transit resumed operations after the station's hour-long closure.
Judge Rules Google's Ad Tech Empire Violates Antitrust Law
Justice Department wins landmark case seeking breakup of Google's advertising technology business, potentially affecting billions in revenue...
U.S. judge ruled Google's ad tech monopolies illegal, affecting Network division (8.7% of $350.02B revenue). Justice Department, with bipartisan support, seeks Google Ad Manager divestiture (4.1% revenue, 1.5% profit). Google's European ad exchange sale proposal faced rejection. Years-long appeals expected, with ripple effects across ad tech suite. Separate high-stakes search case continues.
Cult Linked to Six Deaths Across US, Woman Denies Matricide
Michelle Zajko pleads innocence in parents' murder as investigation reveals connection to LaSota-led group involved in multi-state violence...
Michelle Zajko denies murdering parents Rita and Richard Zajko in Pennsylvania New Year's Eve 2022. Cultlike group led by Jack LaSota/Ziz linked to 6 deaths across Vermont, Pennsylvania, California, including landlord attack. Members Bauckholt, Youngblut involved. Group relocated from North Carolina to Maryland, faces trespassing, gun charges after box trucks incident.
Six Shot at Florida State, Suspect Arrested in Campus Attack
One victim in critical condition as 44,000 students locked down; Governor DeSantis pledges support following Thursday's shooting at student union...
A shooting at Florida State University's student union Thursday left six hospitalized at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare, one critical. The incident, recalling 2014's shooting by Myron May, prompted campus-wide lockdown of 44,000 students. Ryan Cedergren hid in bowling alley, Joshua Sirmans evacuated from library. Suspect arrested, events cancelled through Sunday. DeSantis pledged support.
Weinstein Faces New York Rape Retrial as #MeToo Icon
Former Hollywood mogul returns to Manhattan court after overturned conviction, with jury selection underway for charges involving three women...
Oscar-winning producer Weinstein, 73, faces Manhattan rape retrial under Judge Farber after 2017 allegations sparked #MeToo movement. Charges involve raping two women and forcing oral sex on another. Following overturned 23-year sentence and LA conviction, court seeks 12 jurors and 6 alternates. Nine selected from 140 candidates through May.
Bus Driver Acquitted in Fatal 2019 Westboro Station Crash
Expert testimony reveals misleading construction markings and speed contributed to tragic collision that claimed three lives at Ottawa transit station...
In January 2019, OC Transpo driver Aissatou Diallo crashed at Westboro station, killing Booth, Thomlinson, and Van Beek. Expert Ian Knight testified that leftover orange construction markings misled Diallo, whose bus traveled 58-60 km/hr in a 50 km/hr zone. Following proper speed could have provided 0.8-1 second more reaction time, reducing impact to 26 km/hr. Diallo was acquitted of all charges.
UK Court: 'Woman' Legally Refers to Biological Females Only
Supreme Court ruling allows exclusion of trans women from female-only spaces under Equality Act, impacting services from shelters to swimming facilities...
UK Supreme Court ruled 'woman' means biological female under Equality Act 2010, following For Women Scotland's challenge to Scotland's March 2018 50% female board quota. Five judges unanimously decided trans women, including GRC holders, can be excluded from women's spaces: domestic violence and homeless shelters, medical and counselling services, swimming areas.
Five Deaths Spark Safety Concerns at Michigan Prison Railings
Multiple fatal falls from 38-inch gallery railings since 2020 prompt calls for safety upgrades, as officials face scrutiny over delayed improvements...
Five inmates, including Ervin Robinson II, died at Egeler and Parnall prisons since 2020, falling from 38-inch gallery railings. Four were suicides. Robinson, 42, imprisoned in Kent County for child support violations and returned after parole violations, died Saturday. Sen. Chang notes millions needed for higher railings. MIOSHA dismissed staff complaint to Gov. Whitmer.
Google Hit with Second Monopoly Ruling in Ad Tech Case
Federal judge backs DOJ claims that tech giant illegally dominated digital advertising market, setting stage for potential breakup of $1.8T company...
Judge Brinkema ruled Google monopolistic for exploiting ad tech, following earlier search monopoly verdict. DOJ suits under Trump and Biden target the $1.8T company founded in Silicon Valley. Google's Ad Manager, Chrome, YouTube ecosystem faces dismantling after Thanksgiving trial. VP Mulholland pledges appeal as company advances into AI. Case continues despite rejected advertiser claims.
Six Shot at Florida State; Suspect in Custody
University cancels weekend activities as FBI joins investigation into campus shooting that left one victim in critical condition...
Florida State shooting Thursday hospitalized 6, one critical. Suspect arrested as FBI, Justice Department responded. AG Bondi confirmed investigation; Trump briefed. University canceled classes, athletics through Sunday. Students ordered to shelter, lock doors, avoid windows. Emergency services responded. Multiple victims serious. Community awaits updates.
Man Charged in Violent Pepper Spray Attack at Woburn Court
Four hospitalized after suspect in tactical gear allegedly assaulted officers and prosecutor with chemical agents; mental evaluation ordered...
Nicholas Akerberg, 28, from Yarmouth Port, faces 6 assault charges after attacking Woburn District Court Monday with 8 pepper spray and 2 smoke canisters. Wearing tactical gear, he assaulted multiple officers and an assistant DA. Four were hospitalized. His bail was revoked, competency evaluation ordered, next court date May 2.
Six Wounded in Florida State University Shooting, Suspect Captured
Multiple agencies respond to campus violence near student union, with one victim in critical condition at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare...
Thursday's Florida State University shooting near the student union left 6 hospitalized, 1 critical at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare. Students Ryan Cedergren hid in the bowling alley while Joshua Sirmans evacuated from the library. FBI, multiple agencies responded. Attorney General Bondi confirmed DOJ involvement, Gov. DeSantis expressed support. Suspect apprehended.
Judge Rules Google Illegally Monopolized Digital Ad Market
DOJ victory could force tech giant to divest Ad Manager and Chrome browser as company faces multiple antitrust challenges..
Judge Brinkema ruled in Alexandria that Google illegally monopolized digital advertising in publisher space and ad exchange markets. DOJ seeks divestiture of Ad Manager and Chrome browser, citing effective but monopolistic ad tech. Google VP Mulholland defends DoubleClick acquisition and affordable publisher tools, while separate trial addressing web search monopoly begins Monday.
Crypto Casino Founder Charged in $7M Investment Fraud Scheme
Zero Edge's Richard Kim arrested after gambling away investor funds, losing millions in leveraged trades before self-reporting to SEC...
Zero Edge founder Richard Kim, arrested Tuesday in Southern District of NY, faces securities/wire fraud charges for misappropriating $7M investor funds. Motivated by gambling addiction, his transparent crypto casino never launched. Lost $3.67M in leveraged trades after $80k phishing scam, issued public apology, self-reported to SEC. FBI confirmed losses.
Google Found Guilty in Landmark Digital Ad Monopoly Case
Federal judge rules tech giant illegally dominated ad servers through acquisitions, as DOJ pushes for forced sale of Ad Manager business...
Judge Brinkema ruled Google monopolized ad servers and exchanges through acquisitions and customer lock-in. Washington trial addresses Chrome and search dominance. DOJ seeks Ad Manager sale amid digital ad shift to streaming. Google claims case ignores Amazon and Comcast competition. Two courts may order asset sales following three-week DOJ coalition trial.
FSU Shooting Sparks Campus Lockdown, Four Hospitalized
FBI and police apprehend suspect after shootout near Student Union; students barricaded in classrooms as emergency protocols activated...
FSU's November active shooter alert at 12:01 PM near Student Union prompted campus lockdown. Student Ava Arenado witnessed classroom barricading while parent Vivian monitored her children's safety. Four people were hospitalized. FBI and police captured suspect after shootout. Social media caused confusion as authorities cleared campus with safe words and canceled classes.
Shooting at FSU Student Center Leaves Multiple Hospitalized
Suspect arrested after campus evacuation; FBI joins investigation as state officials respond to incident at Tallahassee campus...
Thursday noon shooting at FSU's student center prompted hospitalizations at Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare and suspect arrest. Students evacuated with hands over heads, many emotional. Governor DeSantis offered support while Joshua Sirmans, 20, left library. Justice Secretary Bondi confirmed FBI involvement. Security measures implemented campus-wide.
Six Shot at Florida State University, Suspect in Custody
Students sought shelter in campus buildings as shooting unfolded at student union; one victim remains in critical condition...
A shooting at Florida State University's student union left six hospitalized at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare, one critical. A suspect is in custody. Students Ryan Cedergren and Joshua Sirmans hid in bowling alley and library. Attorney General Bondi confirmed FBI and Justice Department involvement. Gov. DeSantis offered support as emergency services responded.
Man Charged with Terror Attack on PA Governor's Home
Suspect allegedly threw Molotov cocktails at Shapiro residence after Passover, made antisemitic threats in 911 call before arrest...
Balmer, 38, faces terrorism and attempted murder charges for attacking PA Governor Shapiro's residence with Molotov cocktails post-Passover, badly burning the home. In a 911 call, he referenced Palestinian people and threatened hammer violence. Schumer urged AG Bondi to investigate the antisemitic attack that forced evacuation but caused no injuries.
Haiti Spirals Into Chaos as Gangs Seize Control
Over 1 million displaced and thousands dead as armed groups dominate Port-au-Prince, leaving government struggling to maintain order...
Haiti's security collapse: gangs control 90% of Port-au-Prince post-Moise assassination. Violence killed 1,518, injured 572, displaced 1 million, including 40,000 children. UN-backed MSS mission fails while self-defence groups emerge. 5.5 million face food insecurity. Children risk disease, sexual violence, gang recruitment. HRW warns of systemic failure. State of emergency declared April 7.
Judge Rules Google's Ad Business an Illegal Monopoly
Virginia court's landmark decision finds tech giant exploited market dominance in $31 billion advertising business, potentially forcing major restructuring...
Following years of criticism, Judge Brinkema's 115-page Virginia court ruling declared Google's $31 billion ad business an illegal monopoly. By tying ad server and publisher exchange services, Google exploited its conflict of interest in controlling the digital ecosystem. The Justice Department victory could force divestment, addressing harm to competition, publishers, and web consumers.
DOJ Seeks to Shield Trump in Carroll Defamation Case
Justice Department moves to represent former president under Westfall Act, claiming immunity for 2019 statements made while in office...
In April 11 filing, taxpayer-funded DOJ seeks to represent Trump under Westfall Act in Carroll's defamation case. Trump faces $83.3M defamation verdict (January 2024) and $5M sexual abuse judgment, appealing both. Department claims absolute federal employee immunity for his 2019 presidential statements, requesting US government substitution as defendant.
Weinstein's 2020 Conviction Overturned, New York Orders Retrial
Former Hollywood mogul returns to court as jury selection begins for sexual assault charges that helped launch #MeToo movement...
Oscar-winning producer Harvey Weinstein, 73, faces New York retrial after state court overturned his 2020 conviction and 23-year sentence. Judge Farber oversees selection of 12 jurors plus 6 alternates, with two-thirds of 140 candidates typically dismissed. Following 2017 allegations sparking #MeToo, he faces charges of raping two women and forcing oral sex on another, despite consensual defense.