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Trump Advances Bill Pulte as Acting Intelligence Chief Amid FISA Law Debate

President Trump insists on appointing Bill Pulte as acting intelligence chief amid criticism and calls for a short-term FISA surveillance law extension. Democrats oppose Pulte's lack of experience and warn his appointment may jeopardize bipartisan surveillance law renewal.

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Florida Man Sues Over Wrongful Arrest Due to Faulty AI Facial Recognition

Robert Dillon was wrongfully arrested in Florida due to faulty AI facial recognition. Charges were dropped, and he now sues law enforcement for wrongful prosecution and lasting trauma.

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Key Questions Bill Gates Faces in Congressional Hearing on Epstein Ties

Bill Gates will testify before Congress regarding his past association with Jeffrey Epstein, addressing questions about their relationship, Gates's knowledge of Epstein's background, and potential influence or leverage between them.

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Bill Gates to Testify Before House Committee on Epstein Connections

Bill Gates will testify before the House Oversight Committee regarding his past ties to Jeffrey Epstein, addressing questions about their relationship amid ongoing investigations.

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Rightwing Efforts Aim to Influence US Judges on Climate Crisis Litigation

Rightwing groups backed by fossil fuels are influencing US judicial education to sway judges on climate litigation, featuring speakers like Energy Secretary Chris Wright.

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Graham Platner Secures Maine Senate Democratic Nomination Amid Controversy

Graham Platner wins Maine Democratic Senate primary amid controversy, pledges redemption. He will face Republican Susan Collins in a critical November race as US politics sees key developments including Trump’s intelligence chief pick and Gates’ Epstein testimony.

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Texas Teen Sentenced to 35 Years for Fatal Stabbing at School Event

Texas teenager Karmelo Anthony was sentenced to 35 years for fatally stabbing Austin Metcalf at a high school athletics event, sparking national debate on self-defence and school safety.

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Ex-NYC Comptroller Brad Lander Faces Trial After Immigration Court Arrest

Former NYC comptroller Brad Lander faces trial after his September 2025 arrest at an ICE facility during an inspection attempt with other officials.

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Karmelo Anthony, 19, Convicted of Murder in Austin Metcalf Stabbing Case

Karmelo Anthony was found guilty of murdering Austin Metcalf in a one-week Texas trial that highlighted racial tensions. The case involved a fatal stabbing during a high school track meet shelter dispute. Sentencing began after the conviction was announced.

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Report Finds Hard-Right Groups Increasing Influence Across US Government

The Southern Poverty Law Center reports that hard-right groups have expanded their influence in the US government, highlighting shifts in law enforcement priorities and increased political power among far-right individuals.

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Former Air Canada Pilot Charged for Flying Without Proper License for 16 Years

Geoffrey Wall, former Air Canada pilot, is charged for flying over 900 flights without proper license from 2009 to 2025. Air Canada confirmed safety was not compromised and reported the issue to Transport Canada.

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Trump to Meet House Speaker Amid Deadline Pressure on Surveillance Law Renewal

President Trump plans to meet House Speaker McCarthy amid pressure to nominate a permanent intelligence chief to renew the expiring Section 702 surveillance law, stalled by disputes over Bill Pulte’s appointment and bipartisan opposition.

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