Justice

Washington Examiner Aug 22

Court Rules in Favor of James O’Keefe in First Amendment Case

A D.C. appeals court ruled in favor of James O’Keefe, overturning a lower court's $130,000 damages award to a Democratic consultant related to undercover videos published by Project Veritas during the 2016 election. The court found that the damages violated O’Keefe's First Amendment rights, although it acknowledged that some video footage was obtained fraudulently. O’Keefe hailed the decision as a victory for undercover journalism.

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New York Times — US Aug 22

Frank Smith, Longest-Serving Prisoner, Dies at Age 101

Frank Smith, who served 70 years for murder, has died at the age of 101. He was initially sentenced to death row in 1950, but his sentence was later commuted to life imprisonment.

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Fox News — Latest Aug 22

First Week of Tupac Shakur Murder Trial Features Testimony from Witnesses

The murder trial of Tupac Shakur began on August 21, 2026, with Duane "Keffe D" Davis facing charges related to the 1996 shooting. Key witnesses are either deceased or unwilling to cooperate, complicating the prosecution's case. The trial is expected to last four to five weeks, with testimony revealing the challenges of gathering evidence nearly three decades after the incident.

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Vox Aug 22

US Murder Rate Reaches Lowest Level in 70 Years

The FBI reported a significant drop in the US murder rate to 4.1 per 100,000 people in 2025, the lowest in 70 years. Baltimore also experienced a reduction in homicides, attributed to targeted violence prevention strategies. While crime rates are declining, public perception remains that crime is increasing, highlighting a disconnect between statistics and public sentiment.

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Fox News — Latest Aug 22

New York Woman Faces Terrorism Charges for Alleged ISIS Plot

Jessica Bowie, a 35-year-old from New York, has been charged with terrorism for allegedly plotting to bomb the State Capitol after swearing allegiance to ISIS. The FBI claims she attempted to recruit informants for her plot and expressed support for past terrorist attacks. Bowie was arrested on August 19, 2026, after allegedly attempting to obtain weapons and bomb-making materials.

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Guardian — US Aug 22

ICE agent arrested for unauthorized entry in Louisiana

Thomas Bailey, a 58-year-old ICE officer, was arrested in Louisiana for allegedly breaking into an ex-girlfriend's apartment. He is facing charges of unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling.

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Los Angeles Times Aug 22

ICE Modifies Contracts to Avoid Local Oversight

ICE has made changes to its contracts, indicating that some detention centers are exempt from local and state laws. The agency has also purchased privately-owned facilities.

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Washington Examiner Aug 22

Richard Cox Appears in Court Over Revived Charges and Evidence Dispute

Richard Cox is in court following a Virginia Court of Appeals decision that reinstated loitering charges against him. He is requesting the recusal of Judge Daniel T. Lopez, citing a conflict of interest from a previous case. The court is also addressing the admissibility of letters Cox wrote while incarcerated, which he claims should be excluded from evidence.

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Daily Wire Aug 22

Oura Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Sleep Tracking Accuracy Claims

Oura is being sued for allegedly misleading customers about the accuracy of its sleep tracking features. The lawsuit claims the Oura Ring lacks the necessary sensors to provide accurate sleep stage data and requests the court to halt misleading advertising and offer restitution to customers.

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New York Post Aug 22

Family of Iryna Zarutska files wrongful death lawsuit regarding train security

Iryna Zarutska's family has initiated a wrongful death lawsuit, citing the absence of a security guard on the train during the incident. The lawsuit further alleges that the accused, Decarlos Brown Jr., rode the CATS transportation system without paying before the attack.

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Fox News — Politics Aug 22

Man Arrested by ICE After Multiple Illegal Re-Entries

Ernesto Alejandro Perez-Garcia, a Mexican national, was arrested by ICE in Redondo Beach, California, after multiple illegal re-entries into the U.S. He admitted that his alcohol use contributed to his arrest and has a lengthy history of offenses dating back to 2003. ICE officials highlighted the challenges posed by local law enforcement not honoring detainer requests.

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Fox News — Latest Aug 22

Man Arrested by ICE After Multiple Illegal Entries Admits Alcoholism Contributed to Arrest

Ernesto Alejandro Perez-Garcia, a Mexican national with a history of illegal entries and various offenses, was arrested by ICE in Redondo Beach, California. He admitted that his alcoholism contributed to his arrest and expressed surprise at being apprehended during a morning walk. ICE officials highlighted the risks associated with local jurisdictions not cooperating with detainer requests.

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BBC — World Aug 22

Forensic psychiatrist testifies on postpartum psychosis in Lindsay Clancy case

In the trial of Lindsay Clancy, a forensic psychiatrist provided testimony about postpartum psychosis. This testimony is part of the defense's case regarding Clancy's mental health during the incident involving her children.

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Al Jazeera English Aug 22

Federal Judge Rules Against Suspension of Immigrant Visas by State Department

A federal judge in Manhattan has ruled that the State Department's suspension of immigrant visas, which impacted 75 countries, is not valid. The decision was announced on August 22, 2026.

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Fox News — Latest Aug 22

Rashod Bateman Charged with Domestic Violence in Incident Involving Ex-Girlfriend

Rashod Bateman, a wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens, faces three domestic violence charges stemming from an incident in June where he allegedly attacked his ex-girlfriend's car with their newborn child present. The Ravens are aware of the situation and are cooperating with the league while Bateman's legal team has stated they will let the legal process proceed.

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Fox News — Latest Aug 21

New Jersey mother charged after fatal boating accident on Memorial Day

Jennifer L. Pearson, a 59-year-old New Jersey mother, has been charged in connection with a Memorial Day boating accident that killed her son, Gunnar Pearson. The incident involved her boat colliding with a channel marker, resulting in her son's death and injuries to four others. Pearson's blood alcohol level was above the legal limit at the time of the incident.

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PBS NewsHour Aug 21

Defense Concludes Case in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial

The defense in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy has rested its case. Meanwhile, the Pentagon has dismissed the editor-in-chief of Stars and Stripes, and President Trump has paused ground beef tariffs to help lower prices.

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democracydocket.com Aug 21

Appeals Court Rules Acting U.S. Attorney Issued Subpoenas Illegally

A federal appeals court ruled that John Sarcone, the acting U.S. attorney for the Northern District of New York, issued subpoenas to New York Attorney General Letitia James illegally. The court found that Sarcone's appointment exceeded the 120-day limit set by the Federal Vacancies Reform Act, rendering the subpoenas invalid and halting related investigations.

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BBC — World Aug 21

TikTok to pay $400 million in child privacy settlement

TikTok will pay $400 million to settle a lawsuit alleging that it collected significant amounts of data from users under 13 years old. The lawsuit was filed in 2024 and involves the company's parent organization, ByteDance.

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New York Times — US Aug 21

Court Reduces Damages Awarded to Sandy Hook Parents Against Alex Jones

A court has decreased the damages Alex Jones must pay to the parents of Sandy Hook victims, following his liability for promoting conspiracy theories about the shooting. The exact amount of the reduced damages has not been specified.

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