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Above the Law
2 months ago
Law

Republicans Rip The Late Justice O'Connor As 'Undistinguished'

The Republican Party shifted towards embracing Trump over traditional conservatism.
Conservatives rejected honoring Sandra Day O'Connor due to her moderate views. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
2 months ago
US politics

The House approves another short-term extension to avoid a shutdown. Senators are up next to vote

The House passed a short-term spending measure to avoid a federal government shutdown by extending funding for some agencies through March 8 and others through March 22.
House Speaker Mike Johnson expressed confidence in completing annual spending bills for federal agencies and avoiding further short-term extensions for the fiscal year. [ more ]
Washington Post
3 months ago
US politics

Perspective | Capitol 'absolutely' is safer now than on Jan. 6, police chief says

Capitol Hill is safer now than it was three years ago, but there is still work to be done.
The U.S. Capitol Police chief acknowledges intelligence failures, equipment failures, planning failures, and leadership failures during the attack. [ more ]
HuffPost
4 months ago
US politics

Ashli Babbitt's Family Seeks $30 Million Against U.S. Over Jan. 6 Death

The family of Ashli Babbitt has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the federal government seeking $30 million.
The lawsuit claims Babbitt posed no threat when she was shot and alleges wrongful death, assault and battery, and negligence. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
5 months ago
US politics

Nancy Pelosi's daughter visited the Trump supporters who wanted to hang her mother. It went well

Filmmaker Alexandra Pelosi, daughter of Nancy Pelosi, has released a powerful documentary called 'The Insurgents Next Door' on HBO Max, where she interviews individuals involved in storming the US Capitol in 2021.
The documentary explores the motivations of the insurgents, with Pelosi attempting to understand their perspectives and engaging them in debate.
The conversations in the documentary highlight the dangerous effects of herd mentality, showing that people can behave differently as part of an agitated group. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
5 months ago
US politics

Feds seek 13 months in prison for ex-Chicago firefighter

Federal prosecutors are seeking more than a year in prison for a retired Chicago firefighter who stormed the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
Joseph Pavlik, who retired from the Chicago Fire Department in 2013 after a 33-year career as a firefighter, pleaded guilty in August to one count of entering restricted grounds with a dangerous weapon.
Prosecutors allege that Pavlik made numerous right-wing statements leading up to the Capitol attack, calling for violent action. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
5 months ago
Chicago

Ex-Chicago firefighter sentenced to two months behind bars for role in Jan. 6 insurrection

A retired Chicago firefighter has been sentenced to two months in prison for his role in the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
Joseph Pavlik pleaded guilty to charges of civil disorder and entering a restricted building with a dangerous weapon. [ more ]
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