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Washington Examiner

Three Sentenced for Fraud in Minnesota Meal Program

Three men in Minnesota were sentenced to a total of 155 months in prison for their involvement in the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme, which involved submitting false meal claims. U.S. District Judge Nancy E. Brasel presided over the cases, with the sentences highlighting the commitment to accountability in publicly funded programs.

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Guardian — US

Judge to Hear Claims of Recantation in Jerry Sandusky Case

A judge has approved a hearing regarding a man's request to recant his allegations of sexual abuse against Jerry Sandusky. Sandusky, who is currently serving a long prison sentence following his 2012 conviction, has faced multiple failed attempts to obtain a new trial.

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Washington Examiner

Maryland Misused Federal Grant for Youth Services, DOJ Audit Finds

A federal audit revealed that Maryland's Office of the Public Defender misused a $622,883 federal grant intended for youth mental health services, serving fewer than 10 clients. The DOJ's inspector general report highlighted the lack of approved treatment agencies and called for improved oversight. Maryland officials, including Public Defender Natasha Dartigue, defended their efforts, noting they provided services to 48 rural youth during the pandemic.

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Fox News — Politics

Websites Linked to Antifa and Jane's Revenge Experience Outages Following Terror Designation

Websites linked to Rose City Antifa and Jane's Revenge faced outages following the U.S. State Department's designation of their technology provider, Autistici/Inventati, as a global terrorist entity. The designation is based on allegations of support for violent far-left networks. The State Department stated that the A/I Collective served as digital infrastructure for these groups, while A/I has denied the allegations.

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PBS NewsHour

Kentucky Woman Indicted for Damaging World War II Memorial

Melissa Farris from Elizabethtown, Kentucky, has been indicted by a federal grand jury for damaging the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. She faces two felony counts related to the incident, which occurred on August 13, where she allegedly spray painted the monument and filled a fountain with bubbles.

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ny1.com

Federal Judge Rejects Trump's Bid to Overturn Hush Money Conviction

A federal judge has denied Donald Trump's request to overturn his hush money conviction, stating that his reasons for moving the case to federal court were insufficient. This ruling marks the third time Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein has blocked Trump's attempts to transfer the case. Trump's legal team plans to appeal the decision, which they have criticized as lacking legal merit.

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New York Times — US

Autopsy Reveals Man Shot in Back by National Guard in Memphis

An autopsy report published on August 28, 2026, confirms that a man killed by National Guard members in Memphis was shot in the back. The findings have raised questions regarding the circumstances of the incident.

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New York Post

Fugitive murder suspect captured after fleeing to El Salvador

Jonathan Rodriguez, a fugitive accused of the hit-and-run murder of 16-year-old Jonathan "Junior" Flores in Los Angeles, was captured at Los Angeles International Airport after nearly two years on the run. Rodriguez fled to El Salvador following the incident in November 2024, where he allegedly used his dual citizenship to evade authorities. He was arrested on August 27, 2026, after negotiations for his surrender.

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Ars Technica

Federal Judge Rules Trump's Blacklisting of Anthropic Illegal

A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration's blacklisting of Anthropic was illegal, stating that the government's actions constituted unlawful retaliation. The ruling allows Anthropic to continue using its AI technology, which had been restricted due to its refusal to comply with certain government demands.

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Axios

Federal Judge Denies Trump's Appeal to Overturn Hush Money Conviction

A federal judge has rejected President Trump's appeal to overturn his hush money conviction, citing insufficient legal arguments. This decision follows Trump's ongoing efforts to dismiss felony counts related to falsifying business records after a Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity.

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PBS NewsHour

Federal Judge Rejects Trump's Appeal to Overturn Hush Money Conviction

A federal judge has denied Donald Trump's appeal to overturn his hush money conviction, stating that his arguments for presidential immunity are insufficient. This decision marks the third rejection of Trump's attempts to move the case to federal court. Trump's legal team plans to appeal the ruling, maintaining that the Supreme Court's decisions support their case.

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BBC — World

Two Suspects Sought After Theft of Diamond Necklace from Vienna Museum

Vienna police are searching for two suspects involved in the theft of a diamond necklace valued at over $4 million from the Museum of Applied Arts. The suspects reportedly smashed a display case and fled the scene, with one believed to have carried a firearm. This incident is part of a growing trend of thefts at European museums, prompting concerns about security.

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PBS NewsHour

Federal Judge Rules Pentagon's Actions Against Anthropic Were Illegal

A federal judge ruled that the Pentagon's designation of Anthropic as a supply chain risk was illegal, stating that the actions were based on the company's criticism of the Department of Defense. The ruling is expected to be appealed by the government. The case highlights ongoing debates about the use of AI in military contexts.

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New York Times — US

Judge Excludes Key Confession in September 11 Case

A judge has ruled to exclude a key confession in the case against Khalid Shaikh Mohammed, who is accused of plotting the September 11 attacks. The ruling is part of the legal proceedings at Guantánamo Bay.

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New York Times — Politics

Judge Excludes Key Confession in September 11 Case

A judge has ruled to exclude a key confession from Khalid Shaikh Mohammed, who is accused of plotting the September 11 attacks. The decision impacts the ongoing legal proceedings against him.

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New York Post

Josh Jacobs charged with misdemeanor battery; surveillance footage corroborates allegations

Josh Jacobs, running back for the Green Bay Packers, has been charged with misdemeanor battery and criminal damage to property following an alleged altercation with his ex-girlfriend. Surveillance footage reportedly corroborates her claims regarding the incident that took place on May 23. The NFL is monitoring the situation as it remains under review.

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Washington Examiner

FBI Took Minimal Action After Targeting Traditional Catholics, DOJ Report Reveals

A Justice Department report reveals that the FBI took minimal corrective action after its Richmond office targeted traditional Catholics as potential extremists. The report details the FBI's attempts to link domestic violent extremism with Catholicism, despite a lack of evidence supporting such claims. Following backlash, the FBI withdrew the memo but continued to defend the employees involved.

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