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Trump Investigation Reaches High Alert as Grand Jury Meets in NYC to Decide Fate of Former PresidentImage courtesy of assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com

Trump Investigation Reaches High Alert as Grand Jury Meets in NYC to Decide Fate of Former President

By News Masher on March 21, 2023

New York City is on high alert Tuesday as a grand jury is expected to meet to investigate former President Donald Trump's alleged role in a scheme to pay hush money to adult film star Stormy Daniels. Trump is currently huddling at his private club at Mar-a-Lago and meeting with his team, including his lawyers and senior advisers, as he awaits a possible indictment. Law enforcement officials have said that Tuesday is a “high alert day” and the outcome of the investigation could have major implications for the former president and his associates.

Missouri Attorney General Announces Emergency Regulation Limiting Access to Gender-Affirming Care for MinorsImage courtesy of media.cnn.com

Missouri Attorney General Announces Emergency Regulation Limiting Access to Gender-Affirming Care for Minors

By News Masher on March 21, 2023

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has announced an emergency regulation to limit access to gender-affirming care for minors, requiring an 18-month waiting period, 15 hour-long therapy sessions, and treatment of any mental illnesses before care can be provided. The regulation is in response to the GOP-led Senate's struggle to pass a law banning gender-affirming care for minors and has been met with mixed reactions from the public. It remains to be seen how this regulation will affect access to gender-affirming care in Missouri.

Fox News Producer Alleges Legal Team Coerced Her Into Providing Misleading Testimony in $1.6 Billion Defamation CaseImage courtesy of assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com

Fox News Producer Alleges Legal Team Coerced Her Into Providing Misleading Testimony in $1.6 Billion Defamation Case

By News Masher on March 21, 2023

Fox News producer Abby Grossberg has filed two lawsuits against the network, alleging that its legal team coerced her into providing false or misleading testimony in the ongoing $1.6 billion defamation case brought by Dominion Voting Systems. Grossberg claims that Fox's lawyers "coerced, intimidated, and misinformed" her during deposition preparation and that she left the sessions without knowing her answers could open her up to civil and criminal liability. She is seeking damages for emotional distress, mental anguish, and reputational harm, as well as punitive damages.

US to Speed Up Delivery of Abrams Tanks to Ukraine to Support Fight Against Russia’s InvasionImage courtesy of img.huffingtonpost.com

US to Speed Up Delivery of Abrams Tanks to Ukraine to Support Fight Against Russia’s Invasion

By News Masher on March 21, 2023

The US is accelerating the delivery of Abrams tanks to Ukraine to support their fight against Russia’s invasion. The older M1A1 model of America’s main battle tank will be sent instead of the newer M1A2 version, as it is easier for Ukrainian forces to learn to use and maintain. 65 Ukrainian soldiers are currently training on the systems at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, and the tanks could be there before the end of the year.

Devastating Eight-Alarm Fire Destroys Church in Florence Township, New Jersey, Despite Firefighters’ Best EffortsImage courtesy of img.huffingtonpost.com

Devastating Eight-Alarm Fire Destroys Church in Florence Township, New Jersey, Despite Firefighters’ Best Efforts

By News Masher on March 21, 2023

On Monday night, a devastating eight-alarm fire destroyed a large church in Florence Township, New Jersey, despite the efforts of 150 firefighters. The senior pastor of the church expressed his devastation, but also his faith that the church will be stronger than ever. Firefighters managed to control the blaze by Tuesday morning, and the church has set up a GoFundMe page to help with the rebuilding process.

Texas Man Arrested for Purchasing Firearms for Mexican Drug Cartel Linked to Deadly KidnappingImage courtesy of assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com

Texas Man Arrested for Purchasing Firearms for Mexican Drug Cartel Linked to Deadly Kidnapping

By News Masher on March 21, 2023

Roberto Lugardo Moreno has been arrested in Texas after admitting to purchasing firearms for a Mexican drug cartel, one of which was linked to the kidnapping of four Americans in Matamoros, Mexico. Moreno has been charged with conspiring to illegally export a firearm and is currently awaiting trial. The U.S. government is working to strengthen border security and crack down on illegal firearms smuggling in order to combat gun trafficking between the U.S. and Mexico.

American Citizen Imprisoned in Saudi Arabia for Criticizing Crown Prince Released After All Charges DroppedImage courtesy of media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com

American Citizen Imprisoned in Saudi Arabia for Criticizing Crown Prince Released After All Charges Dropped

By News Masher on March 21, 2023

Saad Ibrahim Almadi, a 72-year-old dual U.S.-Saudi national and retired project manager, has been released from prison in Saudi Arabia after more than a year of imprisonment for tweets critical of the Saudi crown prince. His son, Ibrahim Almadi, has expressed concern for his father's health and hopes he will be able to return home to Florida soon. The case has highlighted the kingdom's strict laws on freedom of expression, which have been criticized by human rights groups.

LAUSD Workers Strike for Better Wages and Increased StaffingImage courtesy of img.huffingtonpost.com

LAUSD Workers Strike for Better Wages and Increased Staffing

By News Masher on March 21, 2023

Tens of thousands of workers in the Los Angeles Unified School District are participating in a three-day strike over stalled contract talks, led by members of Service Employees International Union Local 99. The strike, which began Tuesday morning, has caused all schools in the district to be closed and is demanding better wages and increased staffing. The union is hoping that the strike will put pressure on the district to reach a resolution that meets the needs of its members, though it is unclear when an agreement will be reached.