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Texas Judge Faces Federal Lawsuit and Removal Efforts Following Allegations of Doxxing

Midland County Judge Terry Johnson is facing a federal lawsuit for allegedly doxxing a political critic by posting his personal information online. The lawsuit, filed by Christino Rodriquez, claims retaliation for criticizing local government. Concurrently, efforts are underway by the district attorney to remove Johnson from office, with additional support from local officials.

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Al Jazeera English

Expert on far-right groups charged with fraud

Heidi Beirich, associated with the Southern Poverty Law Center, has been charged with fraud related to the alleged misuse of donor funds. The announcement was made by the Trump administration.

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The Hill

ICE Officer Draws Gun During Confrontation with Woman in Virginia

An ICE officer drew a gun on a woman in Falls Church, Virginia, after she was accused of trying to hit officers with her car. Videos of the incident have been shared on social media, showing multiple ICE officers at the scene.

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Washington Examiner

Emily Moreno files lawsuit against Max Miller over photo of their daughter

Emily Moreno has filed a lawsuit against her ex-husband, Rep. Max Miller, over the unauthorized release of a nude photo of their daughter. The lawsuit claims Miller acted recklessly in sharing the photo as part of a defense against domestic abuse allegations, which he denies. Moreno seeks damages of $150,000 for each disclosure of the image.

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Guardian — US

Minnesota man involved in homicide-suicide at daycare center

A man in Minnesota killed his wife and child at their in-home daycare before dying by suicide. The incident occurred on August 12, 2026, at a residence in Hopkins, where police found the three deceased individuals.

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BBC — World

ICE to invest $20 million in electric shock gloves for agents

ICE is investing $20 million in gloves designed to deliver electric shocks to enhance compliance during enforcement operations. This initiative aims to equip agents with tools for more effective interactions.

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Washington Examiner

Former DOJ Prosecutors Join Democracy Forward to Address Government Accountability

JP Cooney and Molly Gaston, former prosecutors under Jack Smith, have joined Democracy Forward, a legal advocacy organization focused on combating government corruption. The organization has filed numerous lawsuits against the Trump administration and aims to address issues related to accountability and election integrity. Cooney and Gaston are also challenging their firings from the DOJ.

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Fox News — Politics

Repeat Offender Arrested for Assault in Charlotte

Di-Quan Schafar Hunt, a repeat offender, has been arrested in Charlotte after a video showed him assaulting a woman. Hunt has a history of multiple arrests and is under investigation for similar incidents. His arrest comes nearly a year after another violent incident involving a Ukrainian refugee in the same city.

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The Hill

Nick Reiner indicted on two counts of first-degree murder

Nick Reiner has been indicted on two counts of first-degree murder, with the indictment including special circumstances of 'lying in wait' for the deaths of his parents. The indictment was announced by the Los Angeles district attorney's office on August 12, 2026.

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Washington Examiner

DOJ Arrests Former SPLC Director in Fraud Case

The Justice Department has arrested Heidi Beirich, the former Intelligence Project Director of the Southern Poverty Law Center, on charges related to fraud involving donor-funded payments to informants in extremist groups. Beirich faces multiple charges, including wire fraud conspiracy, and is scheduled for arraignment on August 19. The SPLC has denied wrongdoing, stating that their informant program was designed for intelligence gathering.

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The Hill

Texas Court Orders Medical Treatment for Surrogate in Surrogacy Case

A Texas court has ordered that a surrogate must receive medical care after the intended parents requested an abortion due to health issues with the fetus. The ruling includes a temporary restraining order that prohibits the surrogate from refusing treatment or removing the child.

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cnbc.com

Lawsuit Filed Against Trump Over Advance Access Sales on Truth Social

A lawsuit has been filed against President Donald Trump by The Intercept Media and the Freedom of the Press Association, aiming to block a service that sells advance notifications of his posts on Truth Social. The plaintiffs claim this practice is unconstitutional and corrupt, alleging it violates the First and Fifth Amendments. The service, known as Truth API, charges subscribers up to $100,000 per month for early access to Trump's posts.

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cnn.com

Former Southern Poverty Law Center Employee Arrested on Fraud Charges

Heidi Beirich, a former employee of the Southern Poverty Law Center, has been arrested on fraud charges for allegedly overseeing payments to informants within White supremacist groups. The Justice Department claims these payments misled donors, while Beirich's attorney denies the allegations, asserting they are politically motivated. The SPLC continues to defend its informant program and its commitment to combating hate groups.

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