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Washington Post — Politics

Judge orders DOJ to reveal origin of discontinued compensation fund

A judge has mandated that the DOJ provide details about the origin of a compensation fund that was intended for individuals alleging wrongful prosecution. The fund was discontinued by the Trump administration, but related lawsuits continue.

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The Hill

Supreme Court lifts ruling on TV ad rates for party committees

The Supreme Court has lifted a ruling that limited party committees' access to lower advertising rates before the November elections. This decision currently benefits Republican committees and has met with strong opposition from Democrats.

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The Hill

Four House Democrats to Attend RNC Counterprogramming in Dallas

Four House Democrats, including Robert Garcia, Jason Crow, Madeleine Dean, and Sydney Kamlager-Dove, are set to attend the Republican National Committee's midterm convention in Dallas next week. They will work alongside local leaders and the Texas Democratic Party.

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Washington Examiner

Website Redirects Users from RNC Convention Information to DOJ Epstein Files

A website claiming to provide information about the Republican National Committee's upcoming midterm convention in Dallas redirected users to the Justice Department's Epstein files. The convention is set to feature President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance, and an exhibit related to Epstein will also be present during the event.

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Ars Technica

FCC Seeks Dismissal of Disney Lawsuit Amid Concerns Over ABC License Renewal

The FCC has requested a court to dismiss a lawsuit from Disney, which challenges the agency's proceedings regarding ABC's broadcast licenses. Meanwhile, concerns have been raised by watchdog groups about a potential settlement that may not benefit the public. Disney's lawsuit claims the FCC is retaliating against ABC for content criticized by President Trump.

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Deutsche Welle

Yorgen Fenech Acquitted in Journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia's Murder Case

Yorgen Fenech has been acquitted of complicity in the murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, nearly nine years after her death. The jury's decision has sparked outrage among her family and the public, as the identity of the person who ordered the murder remains unknown. The case highlights ongoing concerns about institutional failures and the pace of justice in Malta.

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Al Jazeera English

UN Adopts New World Map to Accurately Reflect Africa's Size

The United Nations has adopted a new world map resolution aimed at accurately representing the sizes of countries, particularly Africa, which has been visually minimized by the Mercator map for centuries. The resolution, sponsored by African states and passed with overwhelming support, promotes the Equal Earth projection while not legally challenging the Mercator map's use for navigation. Togo's Foreign Minister emphasized the importance of accurate maps in education and media to confront colonial-era legacies.

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Washington Examiner

Trump to Fly on Qatari-Gifted Jet for Upcoming Trip to Ireland

President Donald Trump is set to use a Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar for an upcoming trip to Ireland, despite ongoing concerns regarding its security capabilities. This will be Trump's first international flight on the aircraft since a security incident in July, and he plans to attend the Irish Open and hold meetings with Irish leaders during the visit.

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Washington Post — Politics

Veterans request to halt construction of Trump's arch

Veterans' lawyers have made an emergency request to block the construction of an arch associated with former President Trump. They claim the administration is trying to expedite the project.

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