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US Justice Department says 'flawed' work led to Reflecting Pool peeling

US Justice Department says 'flawed' work led to Reflecting Pool peeling

By Kanishka Singh and Andrew Goudsward WASHINGTON, July 31 (Reuters) - "Flawed installation" caused the liner of the newly renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to peel, the Justice Department said in a court filing on Friday, as it dropped its case against a former U.S. Olympian.
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Justice Department moves to drop case against ex-Olympian charged with damaging Reflecting Pool

Justice Department moves to drop case against ex-Olympian charged with damaging Reflecting Pool

The Justice Department has moved to dismiss a criminal case charging a former Olympian with deliberately damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
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US drops charges against Olympian in Reflecting Pool damage, citing flawed work

US drops charges against Olympian in Reflecting Pool damage, citing flawed work

Justice officials announced they are dropping charges against a former Olympian after the Trump administration admitted the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool damage was caused by flawed work.
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Justice Department drops criminal case against ex-Olympian charged with damaging Reflecting Pool

Justice Department drops criminal case against ex-Olympian charged with damaging Reflecting Pool

The Justice Department has moved to dismiss a criminal case charging a former Olympian with deliberately damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
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Trump lied about the Reflecting Pool 'vandalism.' It matters | Opinion

Trump lied about the Reflecting Pool 'vandalism.' It matters | Opinion

Donald Trump insisted vandals damaged the Reflecting Pool repairs, said he had "evidence." Now the government is dropping charges with a new tune.
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Justice Department Drops Charges Against Ex-Olympian in Reflecting Pool Case

Justice Department Drops Charges Against Ex-Olympian in Reflecting Pool Case

The U.S. Justice Department has decided to drop charges against former Olympian David Hearn, who was accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. New evidence from the Interior Department suggests the damage was due to a contractor's error rather than vandalism. The case was initially presented as an act of vandalism, but recent inspections revealed widespread damage inconsistent with such claims. Hearn's legal team argued that the charges were unfounded and politically motivated, calling for an apology from the government.
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New York sues Kalshi, says prediction markets constitute illegal gambling

New York sues Kalshi, says prediction markets constitute illegal gambling

By Jonathan Stempel NEW YORK, July 31 (Reuters) - New York's attorney general sued Kalshi on Friday, claiming that its prediction markets platform violates state laws against illegal gambling.
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New York sues Kalshi, says its prediction markets are illegal gambling

New York sues Kalshi, says its prediction markets are illegal gambling

By Jonathan Stempel NEW YORK, July 31 (Reuters) - New York's attorney general sued Kalshi on Friday, claiming that its prediction market platform violates state laws against illegal gambling.
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President Trump Pardons Megadonor Adam Kidan Following Political Donation

President Trump Pardons Megadonor Adam Kidan Following Political Donation

President Trump has pardoned Adam Kidan, a Republican megadonor, shortly after Kidan made a $2,600 donation to Rep. Ryan Mackenzie, a Republican congressman from Pennsylvania. Kidan, who was previously imprisoned for his involvement in the Jack Abramoff lobbying scandal, was convicted of fraud related to a scheme involving the purchase of a casino fleet. The pardon has raised questions about the timing and motivations behind the decision, especially given Kidan's history of significant financial contributions to Republican political campaigns.
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Senate Postpones Vote on Todd Blanche's Attorney General Nomination Amid Republican Concerns

Senate Postpones Vote on Todd Blanche's Attorney General Nomination Amid Republican Concerns

The Senate Judiciary Committee has delayed the confirmation vote for Todd Blanche as U.S. Attorney General due to opposition from key Republican senators. Chairman Chuck Grassley postponed the vote as Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis demanded written assurances from the Department of Justice regarding a controversial settlement agreement. This agreement, between President Trump and his administration, included a $1.776 billion 'weaponization' fund intended for individuals claiming government abuse, potentially including Trump supporters involved in the January 6 Capitol riot. Blanche, who previously served as Trump's personal defense lawyer, had indicated the fund would be dropped, but Republicans are seeking formal confirmation. Cornyn's opposition is pivotal, as Blanche requires unanimous Republican support in the committee to advance his nomination.
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Federal Judges Criticize Trump’s Justice Department for Unethical Conduct

Federal Judges Criticize Trump’s Justice Department for Unethical Conduct

Federal judges across the U.S. have criticized the Department of Justice under President Trump for unethical and unlawful conduct. Judges have questioned the integrity of DOJ lawyers, citing instances of misrepresentation, withholding information, and filing inaccurate documents. The criticisms focus on the erosion of the presumption of regularity, a legal standard that assumes government actions are conducted in good faith. The DOJ's shift in priorities, including mass deportations and political retribution, has led to increased judicial scrutiny.
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Federal Prosecutors Drop Charges Against SEIU California President Amidst Broader Labor Developments

Federal Prosecutors Drop Charges Against SEIU California President Amidst Broader Labor Developments

Federal prosecutors in Los Angeles have moved to dismiss charges against David Huerta, president of SEIU California, following his arrest during protests against the Trump administration's immigration policies. The charges, initially a felony obstruction, were downgraded to a misdemeanor and are now set to be fully dropped by the end of August, contingent on Huerta meeting pretrial conditions. This development is part of a broader landscape of labor-related legal actions, including Massachusetts nurses filing an unfair labor practice charge against Brigham and Women's Hospital, and Democratic lawmakers pushing to remove caps on damages in employment discrimination cases.