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Justice

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New York Times — US

Kalshi Reports 32 Possible Insider Traders to CFTC

Kalshi has identified and referred 32 individuals to the CFTC as potential insider traders. This referral occurred in the three months leading up to June 2026.

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Daily Wire

Former SPLC Official Charged with Fraud Related to Donor Funds

Heidi Beirich, a former official at the Southern Poverty Law Center, has been charged with fraud for allegedly misusing donor funds to pay informants in extremist groups. The charges include conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering, with claims that over $4.1 million was funneled to these informants from 2007 to 2023. Both Beirich and the SPLC deny the allegations.

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The Verge

ICE plans to equip agents with electrified gloves for compliance

ICE is set to invest up to $20 million in electrified gloves designed to deliver electric shocks for compliance purposes. The plan was announced by the Department of Homeland Security, with devices expected to be delivered by March 2027.

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Fox News — Latest

Witness Helps Police Identify Suspected Wildfire Arsonist

A Washington resident, Paul Child, helped police identify Aaron Forrest Farinacci as a suspected wildfire arsonist after witnessing suspicious behavior near railroad tracks. The Old Trails Fire, attributed to Farinacci, has caused significant damage since it began on August 1. Farinacci faces multiple arson charges and was arrested two days after the initial identification.

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Axios

Anthropic Introduces Text Watermarks for AI Compliance in the EU

Anthropic has introduced machine-readable watermarks for text generated by its AI model, Claude, to comply with EU transparency regulations. These watermarks will help identify AI-generated content, although there are limitations regarding detection. AI providers must comply with these regulations by December 2.

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Fox News — Latest

Defense in Lindsay Clancy Trial Seeks to Add Former Hospital Employee as Witness

In the ongoing murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, her defense team has requested to include former McLean Hospital social worker Emily Thorndike as a witness. Thorndike has criticized the portrayal of the hospital by prosecution witnesses, claiming they misrepresented the treatment Clancy received. Judge William Sullivan has not yet ruled on the defense's request but acknowledged the complexity of the issue regarding hospital staffing and programs.

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Fox News — Latest

White House Requests DOJ to Consider New Prosecution in Reflecting Pool Case

The White House has asked the DOJ to consider a new prosecution against David Hearn for alleged vandalism of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, after felony charges were previously dismissed due to lack of evidence. Hearn's attorneys argue that pursuing a new case would harm the DOJ's credibility. The damage was estimated at $1,000, and Hearn was indicted for felony destruction of property in July.

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apnews.com

ICE to Acquire Electric Shock Gloves for Officers

ICE is set to acquire electric shock gloves designed to assist officers in gaining compliance from individuals. The agency plans to spend up to $20 million on these devices, which have raised concerns among civil rights advocates regarding their potential misuse. The gloves will require officers to complete training and recertification for use.

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Fox News — Latest

Paramount CEO Threatens Relocation Amid Antitrust Lawsuit

Paramount CEO David Ellison has threatened to move the studio out of California if Attorney General Rob Bonta does not negotiate regarding an antitrust lawsuit blocking a $111 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. Bonta has accused Paramount of attempting to pressure the state and remains committed to stopping the merger, which he claims would harm competition and consumers. The trial is now set for March 2027, delaying the merger's potential closure until at least June 2027.

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independent.co.uk

Judge Orders Anonymous Jury for Luigi Mangione's Murder Trial

Luigi Mangione's upcoming murder trial will feature an anonymous jury, as decided by Justice Gregory Carro. Mangione faces charges for allegedly shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December 2024 and has pleaded not guilty. The trial is set to begin with jury selection on September 8, 2026.

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Washington Examiner

Legal Group Challenges North Carolina School's Transgender Bathroom Policy

A conservative legal group has requested a federal court to strike down a North Carolina school district's policy allowing biological males in girls' bathrooms, claiming it violates Title IX. The lawsuit, supported by three female students, argues that the policy constitutes unlawful sex discrimination and references a recent Supreme Court ruling that defines 'sex' in Title IX as biological sex.

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Fox News — Latest

Suspect in Philadelphia officer's car theft linked to Penn State student's murder

Khadfi Fleming, a suspect in the theft of an off-duty police officer's car in Philadelphia, is also a person of interest in the murder of Penn State student Billy Schmidt. Schmidt was shot during an armed robbery in June and was pronounced dead shortly after. The investigation continues as police link Fleming to both incidents.

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Washington Examiner

DOJ Considers New Charges Related to Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Case

The Justice Department is considering the possibility of new charges in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool case, following requests from White House officials to revisit the case against David Hearn. President Trump has publicly urged U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro to pursue the matter, while Hearn's legal team seeks a dismissal with prejudice to prevent future prosecution. A hearing is set for next month.

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