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New York Gov. Hochul Delays Controversial Congestion Pricing Plan Indefinitely
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Wednesday that she is indefinitely delaying the implementation of the controversial congestion pricing plan in Manhattan. This decision, made just weeks before the plan was set to take effect, marks a significant setback for transportation advocates who have spent decades pushing for the measure. The delay also represents a victory for opponents who argue that the toll would be a regressive tax on commuters. 
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Wednesday that she is indefinitely delaying the implementation of the controversial congestion pricing plan in Manhattan. This decision, made just weeks before the plan was set to take effect, marks a significant setback for transportation advocates who have spent decades pushing for the measure. The delay also represents a victory for opponents who argue that the toll would be a regressive tax on commuters.  - 
                    
                    
Hunter Biden's Federal Gun Trial Begins, Jury Reveals Widespread Addiction Concerns
In Wilmington, Delaware, jury selection commenced on Monday for the high-profile trial of Hunter Biden, the President's son, facing three felony charges related to the illegal purchase of a firearm in 2018. The trial began with a revelation that many potential jurors had personal connections to drug addiction, underscoring the pervasive impact of substance abuse in the community. 
In Wilmington, Delaware, jury selection commenced on Monday for the high-profile trial of Hunter Biden, the President's son, facing three felony charges related to the illegal purchase of a firearm in 2018. The trial began with a revelation that many potential jurors had personal connections to drug addiction, underscoring the pervasive impact of substance abuse in the community.  - 
                    
                    
Sen. Bob Menendez's Re-Election Bid as Independent Adds Twist to New Jersey Senate Race
Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey has filed to run for re-election as an independent candidate, a move that injects fresh unpredictability into the upcoming Senate race. Menendez's decision, coming amidst his federal bribery trial, has sparked significant attention and controversy. 
Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey has filed to run for re-election as an independent candidate, a move that injects fresh unpredictability into the upcoming Senate race. Menendez's decision, coming amidst his federal bribery trial, has sparked significant attention and controversy.  - 
                    
                    
Hunter Biden’s Federal Firearms Trial Begins as Jury is Seated
A jury was seated on Monday for the federal gun case against Hunter Biden, marking a significant step in the high-profile trial of President Joe Biden's son. Prospective jurors were questioned on their views regarding gun rights and drug addiction, while First Lady Jill Biden watched from the front row of the courtroom in a show of support. 
A jury was seated on Monday for the federal gun case against Hunter Biden, marking a significant step in the high-profile trial of President Joe Biden's son. Prospective jurors were questioned on their views regarding gun rights and drug addiction, while First Lady Jill Biden watched from the front row of the courtroom in a show of support.  - 
                    
                    
Hunter Biden's Defense Faces Setbacks as Gun Trial Begins
Hunter Biden's defense team encountered significant hurdles just before the commencement of his federal gun trial. On Sunday, Judge Maryellen Noreika issued two crucial rulings that could severely impact the defense's strategy. These rulings excluded a key expert witness and blocked the use of critical evidence that Hunter Biden's lawyers had hoped to present to the jury. 
Hunter Biden's defense team encountered significant hurdles just before the commencement of his federal gun trial. On Sunday, Judge Maryellen Noreika issued two crucial rulings that could severely impact the defense's strategy. These rulings excluded a key expert witness and blocked the use of critical evidence that Hunter Biden's lawyers had hoped to present to the jury.  - 
                    
                    
Half of Americans Believe Trump Verdict Correct, Urge Campaign End: Poll
A recent ABC News/Ipsos poll has revealed a stark division in American public opinion regarding former President Donald Trump's recent guilty verdict. The poll, conducted in the wake of Trump being convicted on 34 felony counts of falsifying business documents, indicates that half of Americans believe the verdict was correct and almost as many think he should end his 2024 presidential campaign. 
A recent ABC News/Ipsos poll has revealed a stark division in American public opinion regarding former President Donald Trump's recent guilty verdict. The poll, conducted in the wake of Trump being convicted on 34 felony counts of falsifying business documents, indicates that half of Americans believe the verdict was correct and almost as many think he should end his 2024 presidential campaign.  - 
                    
                    
Texas Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Abortion Ban Over Dangerous Pregnancy Complications
The Texas Supreme Court on Friday rejected a challenge to the state's stringent abortion ban, a lawsuit initially filed by a group of women facing serious pregnancy complications. The unanimous decision by the nine Republican justices upholds one of the nation's strictest abortion laws, which only allows for abortions if the pregnant person's life is at risk. 
The Texas Supreme Court on Friday rejected a challenge to the state's stringent abortion ban, a lawsuit initially filed by a group of women facing serious pregnancy complications. The unanimous decision by the nine Republican justices upholds one of the nation's strictest abortion laws, which only allows for abortions if the pregnant person's life is at risk.  - 
                    
                    
Donald Trump Found Guilty of 34 Felony Counts in Hush Money Trial, Faces Historic Sentencing
Former President Donald Trump has been found guilty on all 34 felony charges of falsifying business records related to hush money payments made to porn star Stormy Daniels during the 2016 presidential campaign. The New York jury delivered the verdict after fewer than 10 hours of deliberation over two days, marking a historic first for a former U.S. president. 
Former President Donald Trump has been found guilty on all 34 felony charges of falsifying business records related to hush money payments made to porn star Stormy Daniels during the 2016 presidential campaign. The New York jury delivered the verdict after fewer than 10 hours of deliberation over two days, marking a historic first for a former U.S. president.  - 
                    
                    
Supreme Court Sides with NRA in Landmark First Amendment Case
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the National Rifle Association (NRA), allowing the gun rights group to continue its lawsuit against a former New York state official. The case centers on allegations that state regulators improperly pressured financial institutions to sever ties with the NRA, infringing on the group's First Amendment rights. 
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the National Rifle Association (NRA), allowing the gun rights group to continue its lawsuit against a former New York state official. The case centers on allegations that state regulators improperly pressured financial institutions to sever ties with the NRA, infringing on the group's First Amendment rights.  - 
                    
                    
Biden Calls on Black Voters to Reject Trump's ‘’MAGA Lies" at Philadelphia Event
President Joe Biden, in a spirited appeal to Black voters in Philadelphia on Wednesday, lambasted former President Donald Trump while highlighting his administration's efforts to improve the lives of Black Americans. Speaking at Girard College, a predominantly Black boarding school, Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris thanked Black voters for their pivotal role in the 2020 election and outlined their achievements in office. 
President Joe Biden, in a spirited appeal to Black voters in Philadelphia on Wednesday, lambasted former President Donald Trump while highlighting his administration's efforts to improve the lives of Black Americans. Speaking at Girard College, a predominantly Black boarding school, Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris thanked Black voters for their pivotal role in the 2020 election and outlined their achievements in office.