A federal judge is being asked to impose a gag order on former President Donald Trump in connection with the election interference case against him. Special counsel Jack Smith has requested the order, citing Trump's history of making "inflammatory public statements" that could influence potential jurors and intimidate witnesses. The filing also alleges that Trump knows he "inspires others to perpetrate threats and violence," and the gag order would restrict him from making certain extrajudicial statements about the case. It is unclear when Judge Chutkan will make a decision on the gag order.
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The family of Robert Dotson, who was fatally shot by Farmington Police officers at his home, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the department. Kim Dotson, Robert's wife, has been given few details about the incident and has not been contacted by the department since the shooting. The lawsuit seeks damages for wrongful death, negligence, and other claims in the hopes of bringing the family answers and justice.
After 27 years of marriage, Australian actors Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness have announced their decision to separate. They expressed gratitude for the time they have shared together and asked for privacy as their family navigates this transition. Jackman is best known for his role as Wolverine in the X-Men franchise, while Furness is an accomplished actress and producer.
The Texas Senate has begun deliberations in the impeachment trial of Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton, with the impeachment managers arguing that he abused his power to protect a political donor and his defense team arguing that the charges were politically motivated and baseless. Former senior aides testified to their concern and alarm over Paxton's actions, with the jury of senators now deliberating whether to convict and remove him from office. The outcome of the trial will be closely watched in the coming days, as it could have a major impact on the state's political landscape.
President Joe Biden has called for the United Auto Workers union and the Big Three auto companies to return to the negotiating table in order to reach a "win-win" agreement, after the union workers went on strike against the automakers at midnight on Friday. Biden expressed his understanding of the workers' frustration, noting that while auto companies have seen "record profits," those profits "have not been shared fairly." He also stressed the importance of finding a resolution, noting that a prolonged strike would be bad news for the U.S. economy ahead of an election year.
Ruby Franke, a family vlogger, has been charged with six counts of felony child abuse. Her sisters, Julie Deru and Bonnie Hoellein, have released videos expressing their shock and sadness at the news, and detailing their efforts to connect with Franke and her children. Franke is currently being held without bail and the sisters have asked their followers to keep the family in their thoughts and prayers.
Jury Acquits Three Men in Final Trial Connected to Plan to Kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer
Jury Acquits Three Men in Final Trial Connected to Plan to Kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer
Three men were acquitted in the last trial connected to the plan to kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer. The key players in the plan were convicted last year, and the jury's decision brings the case to a close. The plan was foiled by law enforcement in October 2020 and was portrayed as an example of homegrown terrorism.
Congresswoman Lauren Boebert was caught on video vaping inside a Denver theater during a performance of "Beetlejuice", despite multiple patrons asking her to stop. Her team initially denied the incident, but the security footage appears to contradict this, sparking criticism from both sides of the aisle. It remains to be seen if any further action will be taken against the congresswoman.