A judge ruled that a gun and notebook can be used as evidence in Luigi Mangione's state murder trial for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, while suppressing other items found in his backpack. The trial has been postponed to September.
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Cole Tomas Allen is charged with attempted assassination after allegedly opening fire at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Court documents reveal his detailed planning, cross-country travel, and armed confrontation at the event.
The Senate narrowly rejects a resolution to limit President Trump’s military actions in Iran, with Democrats pledging to continue efforts to rein in the conflict. Some Republicans express concerns as the 60-day War Powers deadline approaches.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order to impose stricter mail-in voting rules, including requiring states to use federally approved voter lists and threatening to withhold federal funds from non-compliant states, citing unproven claims of widespread mail-in voting fraud. The order faces significant legal challenges, with experts deeming it likely unconstitutional and lawsuits already underway, while the Justice Department is also using voter data for immigration and criminal investigations. Additionally, a federal judge blocked Trump’s unauthorized White House construction project, and political tensions escalate ahead of the midterms amid concerns over federal interference in state election processes.
Senator Markwayne Mullin was confirmed as the new Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security by a 54-45 Senate vote, replacing Kristi Noem amid controversy over her leadership. Mullin’s appointment comes during a prolonged DHS shutdown caused by Democratic demands for immigration enforcement reforms, which remain unresolved despite the leadership change. Known for bipartisan relationships, Mullin has pledged to empower personnel and implement policy shifts such as requiring judicial warrants for enforcement actions, while his confirmation drew both cross-party support and criticism.
A Southern California civil jury found Bill Cosby liable for sexual assault against Donna Motsinger dating back to 1972, awarding her over $19 million in damages. The verdict follows Motsinger’s 2023 lawsuit alleging Cosby drugged and raped her after a comedy show, claims Cosby’s defense disputed, and comes amid numerous other allegations against him. This civil case is separate from Cosby’s overturned 2018 criminal conviction, marking a significant development in ongoing legal battles over decades-old sexual abuse accusations.
The U.S. Senate has failed for the fifth time to pass legislation funding the Department of Homeland Security, prolonging a shutdown that has severely disrupted airport security due to TSA staffing shortages. The deadlock stems from Democrats demanding immigration enforcement reforms before reopening the department, while Republicans and the White House have proposed measures that Democrats find insufficient. Despite ongoing bipartisan talks and a planned procedural vote to fund TSA separately, no resolution appears imminent as both sides remain entrenched in their positions.
The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee narrowly voted 8 to 7 to advance Senator Markwayne Mullin’s nomination as the next Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, setting up a full Senate vote soon. The confirmation process was marked by tension, with Republican Senator Rand Paul opposing Mullin over concerns about his temperament and past remarks, while Democratic Senator John Fetterman broke ranks to support him. Mullin, praised by President Trump as a “MAGA Warrior,” emphasized his commitment to strong leadership and restoring confidence in DHS amid ongoing challenges.