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Florida Prosecutors Knew About Jeffrey Epstein’s Crimes Two Years Before Plea Deal, Grand Jury Transcripts Reveal
Florida prosecutors were aware of Jeffrey Epstein's sexual assaults on teenage girls two years before they negotiated a controversial plea deal, according to newly released grand jury transcripts from 2006. The documents reveal graphic testimony about Epstein's abuse, highlighting significant prosecutorial failures that allowed the financier to escape severe federal charges. 
Florida prosecutors were aware of Jeffrey Epstein's sexual assaults on teenage girls two years before they negotiated a controversial plea deal, according to newly released grand jury transcripts from 2006. The documents reveal graphic testimony about Epstein's abuse, highlighting significant prosecutorial failures that allowed the financier to escape severe federal charges. -
Michelle Obama and Other Potential Candidates Emerge as Biden's Debate Performance Raises Concerns
Former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden faced off in a highly anticipated debate that has left the Democratic Party grappling with concerns about Biden's capability to continue as the nominee for the 2024 presidential election. In a poll conducted earlier this year, former First Lady Michelle Obama was found to trail Trump in a hypothetical head-to-head matchup for the 2024 election. 
Former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden faced off in a highly anticipated debate that has left the Democratic Party grappling with concerns about Biden's capability to continue as the nominee for the 2024 presidential election. In a poll conducted earlier this year, former First Lady Michelle Obama was found to trail Trump in a hypothetical head-to-head matchup for the 2024 election. -
Governor Newsom Signs Bill Allowing Restaurant Surcharges Despite 'Junk Fee Ban'
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 1524 on June 29, ensuring that restaurant surcharges remain legal. The bill supersedes the state's "junk fee ban," which outlaws undisclosed fees from rental car dealers, ticket sellers, and until recently, restaurant service fees. The new legislation went into effect immediately, just days before the broader "junk fee ban" was set to commence on July 1. 
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 1524 on June 29, ensuring that restaurant surcharges remain legal. The bill supersedes the state's "junk fee ban," which outlaws undisclosed fees from rental car dealers, ticket sellers, and until recently, restaurant service fees. The new legislation went into effect immediately, just days before the broader "junk fee ban" was set to commence on July 1. -
Supreme Court Ruling on 'Swipe Fees' May Open Floodgates for Regulatory Challenges
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on Monday in favor of a North Dakota convenience store challenging a Federal Reserve regulation on debit card "swipe fees." The 6-3 ruling, which split the court along ideological lines, revives the Corner Post store's 2021 lawsuit and could significantly ease the path for businesses seeking to contest longstanding federal rules. 
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on Monday in favor of a North Dakota convenience store challenging a Federal Reserve regulation on debit card "swipe fees." The 6-3 ruling, which split the court along ideological lines, revives the Corner Post store's 2021 lawsuit and could significantly ease the path for businesses seeking to contest longstanding federal rules. -
Melania Trump's Deal: No Full-Time First Lady Duties if Donald Trump Wins 2024 Election
Melania Trump has secured a deal with her husband, former President Donald Trump, ensuring she will not resume full-time First Lady duties if he wins the 2024 presidential election. The agreement comes amid concerns for their son, Barron, who is transitioning to college life. 
Melania Trump has secured a deal with her husband, former President Donald Trump, ensuring she will not resume full-time First Lady duties if he wins the 2024 presidential election. The agreement comes amid concerns for their son, Barron, who is transitioning to college life. -
Supreme Court Limits Use of Obstruction Law in Jan. 6 Cases, Affecting Hundreds of Defendants
The Supreme Court on Friday ruled in favor of Joseph Fischer, a former police officer involved in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot, by narrowing the application of a federal obstruction statute. This ruling could impact numerous cases stemming from the infamous event. 
The Supreme Court on Friday ruled in favor of Joseph Fischer, a former police officer involved in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot, by narrowing the application of a federal obstruction statute. This ruling could impact numerous cases stemming from the infamous event. -
Biden’s Debate Performance Sparks Panic Among Democrats as Trump Dominates with Misinformation
From the outset, Biden appeared to struggle. His voice, described by aides as hoarse due to a cold, lacked the vigor expected for such a critical moment. He frequently stumbled over his words, leading to awkward pauses and moments where he seemed off-topic. One notable instance saw Biden mistakenly say, "We finally beat Medicare," before being cut off by moderators. 
From the outset, Biden appeared to struggle. His voice, described by aides as hoarse due to a cold, lacked the vigor expected for such a critical moment. He frequently stumbled over his words, leading to awkward pauses and moments where he seemed off-topic. One notable instance saw Biden mistakenly say, "We finally beat Medicare," before being cut off by moderators. -
Supreme Court Blocks Purdue Pharma's $10 Billion Opioid Settlement, Jeopardizing Compensation for Victims
The Supreme Court dismantled a massive $10 billion bankruptcy reorganization plan for Purdue Pharma, the manufacturer of OxyContin, which had been at the center of the nation's opioid crisis. 
The Supreme Court dismantled a massive $10 billion bankruptcy reorganization plan for Purdue Pharma, the manufacturer of OxyContin, which had been at the center of the nation's opioid crisis. -
Supreme Court's Accidental Posting in Idaho Abortion Case Sparks Controversy and Confusion
The U.S. Supreme Court found itself at the center of controversy after an opinion related to a high-profile Idaho abortion case was accidentally posted online and then quickly removed. This incident has raised questions about the court's handling of sensitive cases and the implications for abortion rights across the country. 
The U.S. Supreme Court found itself at the center of controversy after an opinion related to a high-profile Idaho abortion case was accidentally posted online and then quickly removed. This incident has raised questions about the court's handling of sensitive cases and the implications for abortion rights across the country. -
Judge Skeptical of Trump's Mar-a-Lago Search Warrant Claims
Federal Judge Aileen Cannon expressed skepticism towards former President Donald Trump's arguments that the FBI's search warrant for his Mar-a-Lago estate was invalid. This development occurred during the third and final day of oral arguments in Fort Pierce, Florida, as Trump's legal team sought to suppress evidence seized during the August 2022 search. 
Federal Judge Aileen Cannon expressed skepticism towards former President Donald Trump's arguments that the FBI's search warrant for his Mar-a-Lago estate was invalid. This development occurred during the third and final day of oral arguments in Fort Pierce, Florida, as Trump's legal team sought to suppress evidence seized during the August 2022 search.
