Donald Trump has called on his supporters to protest his possible indictment, launching a fundraising campaign to collect signatures from “74 million patriots”. His call for protest has been met with criticism, but it is unclear how many of his supporters will heed his call and what the outcome of the protest will be.
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SLED has announced an investigation into the 2015 death of Stephen Smith, a 19-year-old nursing student, as a homicide. The investigation was opened in June 2021 after learning new information while probing the Murdaugh murders. The agency has not announced any connection between the two cases, and is asking anyone with information to come forward. The Smith family's lawyers are hopeful that the investigation will bring closure and justice for Stephen.
Shohei Ohtani sealed Japan's victory with a full-count slider to strike out Mike Trout, and Munetaka Murakami tied the score with a home run off Team USA starter Merrill Kelly in the eighth inning. Japan went 7-0 and outscored opponents 56-18, becoming the only unbeaten champions of baseball’s premier national team tournament since 2013.
Judge Steven Boyce has ruled that Lori Vallow Daybell, charged with conspiracy and murder in connection with the deaths of her two children and her new husband's late wife, will not face the death penalty. Vallow and Daybell have pleaded not guilty to the charges and the trial is set to begin in April. The case has garnered national attention due to the mysterious circumstances surrounding the deaths and the investigation has spanned multiple states.
The Supreme Court ruled unanimously in favor of a deaf student from Sturgis, Michigan, allowing him to pursue money damages under the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). The complaint alleged that the school district failed to provide qualified aides to translate into sign language, essential for deaf students to access the curriculum. The ruling is a victory for students with disabilities and a reminder of the importance of providing them with the resources they need to succeed.
The House Financial Services Committee is investigating two of the largest bank failures in history, with Chairman Rep. Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.) returning donations from a fundraiser with bank executives days before the collapse. The episode highlights the power of bankers in Washington, where the industry spends heavily to fight regulation and hires former lawmakers to shape policy. The investigation into the bank failures is ongoing, and the results of the probe will be closely watched to determine if the rollback of the 2010 law and the lobbying campaign had any impact.
The Oklahoma Supreme Court recently ruled that women have the right to an abortion when pregnancy risks their health, expanding the right to an abortion beyond medical emergency cases. The ruling is expected to be appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court, and a federal judge will decide if the FDA-approved abortion pill should be blocked across the country pending the outcome of the appeal. The outcome of the appeal could have far-reaching implications for abortion rights in the United States.
Willis Reed, a two-time NBA champion and one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History, passed away on May 8th. He is remembered for his iconic performance in Game 7 of the 1970 NBA Finals, where he entered the court despite suffering from a torn thigh muscle and inspired his team and the fans with his courage and determination. His legacy will live on in the hearts of Knicks fans and those who admired him from afar.