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Washington Examinerpolitics18 hrs ago
District Attorney Says Vandals of Reflecting Pool Face Charges
Washington, D.C., District Attorney Jeanine Pirro said individuals who damage the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool will face prosecution. The remarks came as workers address algae growth and liner damage at the site.
washingtonpost.compolitics5 days ago
Atlanta federal judge recuses herself from DOJ voter roll lawsuit
U.S. District Judge Eleanor Ross stepped aside Monday from a case brought by the Department of Justice against Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. The judge cited her reported attendance at a campaign event for Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis as the reason…
nypost.comworld6 days ago
Rams Tackle Arrested on Felony Domestic Violence Suspicion
Los Angeles Rams starting left tackle Alaric Jackson was arrested last week after police responded to a domestic violence call in Los Angeles. The case remains under investigation by authorities, and the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office will decide whether charges ar…
ESPNsports25 days ago
Packers Running Back Josh Jacobs Released From Jail After Domestic Violence Arrest
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was released from jail Wednesday following his arrest on domestic violence charges. An investigation by the district attorney's office remains open and ongoing.
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politics29 days ago
Texas, Georgia, Virginia Take Steps on Local Prosecutor Authority
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott proposed a statewide prosecutor office and impeachment eligibility for district attorneys. Georgia enacted a law changing election rules for prosecutors in five counties. The U.S. Department of Justice opened a civil rights investigation into one Virginia p…
nypost.compolitics32 days ago
Seven South American Gang Members Arrested in Los Angeles Area for Home Invasion Burglaries
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman announced the arrests of seven South American gang members, including four Colombian nationals, during a press conference Wednesday. Officials described a series of home invasion burglaries that targeted residents across the Los…
nypost.comworld35 days ago
California Supreme Court Limits Pretrial Detention to Violent Crimes
The California Supreme Court ruled on April 30 that bail must be attainable and only those accused of violent crimes may be held without bail. San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins said the decision will force the release of dozens of repeat offenders charged with theft…
thehindu.comworld37 days ago
Harvey Weinstein’s Third New York Rape Trial Ends in Mistrial
A jury failed to reach a unanimous verdict on whether the 74-year-old former film producer raped Jessica Mann in 2013. The case, brought by the Manhattan district attorney’s office, marked Weinstein’s third trial in New York. He was convicted in his first trial in 2020 on charges…
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usmagazine.comworld68 days ago
2020 Weinstein Remark Disclosed Before Third Manhattan Sex Crimes Trial
Prosecutors disclosed an alleged remark by Harvey Weinstein made during his 2020 trial as jury selection began for his third Manhattan sex crimes trial on Tuesday. The remark was reported to the Manhattan District Attorney's Office last week. Weinstein faces a third-degree rape c…
snopes.comworld68 days ago
Georgia Lawmaker to Investigate $2M DOJ Grant to Fani Willis' Office in 2022
A Georgia lawmaker plans to investigate a $2 million no-bid grant from the Biden administration to Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis amid her probe into Donald Trump's 2020 election fraud claims. The grant was awarded in 2022 for violence intervention programs. Greg Dol…
indiatoday.intoday.inworld69 days ago
Congressman Resigns Amid Multiple Sexual Misconduct Allegations
A Democratic congressman resigned from his position and withdrew from California's gubernatorial race following allegations of sexual misconduct. Women have accused him of sending inappropriate messages and assault. The Manhattan District Attorney's Office has opened an investiga…
world69 days ago
Congressman Eric Swalwell Resigns from House Seat
U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell has resigned from Congress following allegations of sexual misconduct denied by him and scrutiny over past controversies. The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office opened a sex assault probe into the allegations. Additional complaints involve labo…
lamag.comfinance69 days ago
Rep. Eric Swalwell Suspends California Gubernatorial Campaign Amid Sexual Assault Allegations
Rep. Eric Swalwell suspended his campaign for California governor on Sunday evening following allegations of sexual assault and misconduct. The Manhattan District Attorney's Office is investigating a claim of assault in New York City in April 2024. Swalwell denied the allegations…
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Manhattan DA Launches Investigation into Rep. Eric Swalwell over Alleged Sexual Assault
The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office confirmed on Saturday that it is investigating California Rep. Eric Swalwell regarding an alleged sexual assault of a staffer. The investigation follows reports of the incident. Details on the allegations remain limited as the probe is in…
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San Francisco Reports Lowest Crime Rates in Two Decades Amid Policy Changes
San Francisco has recorded its lowest crime rates in nearly 20 years, with declines across major categories including burglaries, robberies and vehicle thefts. District Attorney Brooke Jenkins attributes the reductions to increased prosecutions following her 2022 election. Police…