Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California was taken to the hospital Tuesday afternoon as a precautionary measure after a minor fall at her home. She had recently returned home from a three-month absence due to complications from shingles, and her office reported that all scans were clear. Her spokesperson told NBC News that she is doing well and is expected to make a full recovery.
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John Eastman, an ally of former President Donald Trump, is asking a California judge to postpone the disbarment proceedings against him due to recent developments in the investigation into Trump's federal indictment. Eastman's attorneys argued that the proceedings could interfere with Eastman's ability to defend himself in the event of criminal charges. The judge has yet to make a decision on Eastman's request.
Two firefighting helicopters collided in mid-air while battling a blaze in Riverside County, California, resulting in the death of a CalFire division chief, a CalFire captain and a contract pilot. The crash also sparked an additional four acre fire that was quickly extinguished. The cause of the crash is still under investigation and is a reminder of the risks that firefighters face every day.
Mary MacCarthy has filed a lawsuit against Southwest Airlines, accusing them of racial discrimination after she and her daughter were questioned by police officers at the airport. The complaint alleges that the airline staff flagged her as suspicious "based on a racist assumption about a mixed‐race family" and subjected her to "blatant racism". MacCarthy is seeking damages and an injunction to prevent further discrimination. The incident has sparked a conversation about racial profiling in the airline industry.
Hollywood writers and studio executives have met to discuss the possibility of resuming contract talks, as the Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike approaches the 100-day mark. The strike has had a significant economic impact on Los Angeles and California, where film and television production accounts for more than 700,000 jobs and nearly $70 billion a year in wages. Negotiations are expected to continue in the coming weeks, with the hope that a deal can be reached that is beneficial to both sides.
Nancy Pelosi, former Speaker of the House, has commented on Donald Trump's demeanor at his recent arraignment on charges related to his attempts to overturn the 2020 election results. Pelosi described Trump as "scared" and lacking his usual "bravado or confidence". She also expressed disappointment in some Republicans' continued support for Trump, calling it "really sad". Trump's arraignment is the first step in the legal process, and the outcome is yet to be determined.
Florida Governors Ron DeSantis and Gavin Newsom have agreed to a live policy-based debate on Fox News, proposed by Fox News host Sean Hannity. The debate was initially suggested by Hannity during an interview with Newsom in June, and DeSantis accepted the challenge on Wednesday. The date and time of the debate have yet to be announced, but it is expected to be a three-hour long event broadcast live on Fox News.
Police in Memphis, Tennessee responded to a call of a gunman firing outside a Hebrew school on Monday, and were able to track the suspect to a nearby town where they conducted a traffic stop. During the stop, the suspect was shot by an officer and is currently in critical condition. No other injuries were reported and the investigation is ongoing.