Justice

The Daily Beast Jul 23

Man Sentenced to Life for Killing Minnesota Lawmaker and Husband

Vance Luther Boelter received a sentence of two consecutive life terms plus 40 years for the murders of former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman. The shootings, which occurred in June 2025, also involved the death of the couple's dog. Boelter's plea agreement spared him from the death penalty, and he faces further charges in state court.

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Fox News — Latest Jul 23

Vance Boelter sentenced to life in prison for shootings of Minnesota lawmakers

Vance Luther Boelter has been sentenced to life in prison for the murders of a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband, along with an attempted shooting of another lawmaker and his spouse. The sentence includes two consecutive life terms and an additional 40 years, as part of a plea deal.

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Axios Jul 23

Vance Boelter Sentenced to Life for the Murders of Melissa and Mark Hortman

Vance Boelter was sentenced to two life sentences plus 40 years for the murders of Melissa and Mark Hortman. The sentencing follows Boelter's guilty plea to avoid the death penalty and highlights the politically motivated nature of the crime. Survivors and family members expressed the ongoing emotional impact of the attacks during the court proceedings.

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Guardian — US Jul 23

Minnesota Man Sentenced to Life for Killing Lawmaker Melissa Hortman

Vance Boelter has been sentenced to life in prison for the murders of former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark. He received two consecutive life terms plus an additional 40 years after pleading guilty to multiple charges stemming from the attacks.

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Fox News — Latest Jul 23

Alex Murdaugh Listed Among South Carolina's Top Tax Delinquents

Alex Murdaugh, currently awaiting a new murder trial, has been identified as one of South Carolina's top tax delinquents, owing over $1.6 million. This tax debt is the fourth-largest among individuals in the state, according to the South Carolina Department of Revenue. Murdaugh's legal team is preparing for the retrial after his previous conviction was overturned.

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Wired Jul 23

European Commission Fines Google $1 Billion for Search Ranking Practices

The European Commission has fined Google $1 billion for allegedly favoring its own services in search rankings, which it argues negatively impacts competitors. This action reflects the EU's continued examination of Google's market practices.

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Ars Technica Jul 23

Google fined over $1 billion by EU for violations of Digital Markets Act

The European Commission has fined Google over $1 billion for violations of the Digital Markets Act, including self-preferencing and anti-steering practices. Google has 60 days to comply with the EC's requirements to avoid further penalties.

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democracydocket.com Jul 23

Federal Judge Rules Against Trump's Mail Voting Executive Order

A federal judge has ruled that a lawsuit challenging President Trump's executive order on mail voting can continue, labeling the order as 'unconstitutional.' The order requires states to provide the USPS with lists of voters requesting mail ballots and has been previously blocked in 22 states. A hearing on the plaintiffs' request for an injunction is set for August 7.

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yahoo.com Jul 23

U.S. Justice Department Requests Dismissal of Lawsuit Against Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez

The U.S. Justice Department has requested the dismissal of a lawsuit against Venezuelan interim President Delcy Rodríguez, citing her entitlement to head-of-state immunity. This follows a formal recognition of her government by the U.S. earlier this year. The lawsuit involves allegations of torture by three men during their imprisonment in Venezuela, but the filing focuses solely on the legal question of immunity rather than the merits of the allegations.

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Fox News — Latest Jul 23

Local Officials Support Sheriff Amid Criticism Over Investigation

Local officials in Nolan Wells' hometown are supporting their sheriff after accusations of negligence in the investigation into Wells' death. NAACP President Derrick Johnson criticized the handling of the case, while local leaders defended law enforcement's integrity. An independent autopsy has raised questions, but authorities do not suspect foul play.

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Al Jazeera English Jul 23

Indian police reportedly use pellet guns during student protests

Recent videos indicate that Indian police have used pellet guns against protesters during student demonstrations. The events have raised concerns regarding the methods employed by law enforcement in handling the protests.

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New York Post Jul 23

Rep. Ayanna Pressley addresses shooting incident involving victim found at husband's property

Rep. Ayanna Pressley has expressed her commitment to centering the victim following the discovery of an 18-year-old woman shot dead at a property owned by her husband in Boston. The incident occurred on Saturday.

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New York Post Jul 23

NYPD Investigates Antisemitic and Anti-Muslim Hate Crimes in NYC

The NYPD is investigating two separate hate crime incidents involving antisemitic and anti-Muslim attacks. Authorities are searching for suspects who targeted victims based on their religion.

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New York Post Jul 23

Vance Boelter to be sentenced for the murders of Melissa Hortman and Mark Hortman

Vance Boelter, who pleaded guilty to the murders of Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, is set to be sentenced. The incidents took place nearly a year before his plea in June.

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Fox News — Latest Jul 23

Missouri Man Arrested After Diving Off Bridge to Evade Police

Gavin Thor Lundgren, a 26-year-old from Kimberling City, Missouri, was arrested after he dove off a bridge into Table Rock Lake to evade police on July 18. He faces multiple charges, including third-degree assault and resisting arrest, after leading deputies on a high-speed chase.

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The Hill Jul 23

Secret Service reports over 10,000 investigations into threats in 2026

The U.S. Secret Service has reported over 10,000 investigations into threats against protectees in 2026, marking a 40% increase from the previous year. Director Sean Curran characterized the current threat environment as volatile.

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New York Post Jul 23

Louisiana Pastor Convicted of Embezzling Over $340,000 from Churches

Pastor Dale Sanders from Louisiana has been convicted of stealing over $340,000 from churches. After his arrest, he shared a video on social media asking for prayers for his 'enemy.'

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Al Jazeera English Jul 23

Death of Moroccan-born man in Bologna raises questions about police accountability in Italy

Abderrahim Fakir's death in Bologna has triggered public anger and a renewed focus on police accountability in Italy. The incident has raised questions about the effectiveness of policing and the necessity for legal reforms.

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Fox News — Latest Jul 23

Two Miami Teachers Arrested After Classroom Dispute Turns Violent

Two teachers at The SEED School of Miami were arrested after a personal dispute escalated into violence during a classroom meeting. Terrod Tiyan Torrence and Odiria Biggins, who were previously in a relationship, face charges related to domestic violence following the incident on July 17. Both have been released on bond and have a pretrial no-contact order.

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Guardian — US Jul 23

Police officer involved in fatal shooting in Madison, Wisconsin

A police officer in Madison, Wisconsin, fatally shot a man on Wednesday, leading to local protests. The incident was captured on cellphone footage, and the police chief emphasized that this footage provides only one viewpoint of the situation.

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