Lindsay Clancy appeared in court after her murder trial ended in a mistrial because the jury could not agree on a verdict. She is charged with killing her three children but pleaded not guilty, with her lawyer saying she suffered from postpartum psychosis. The prosecution has asked for a gag order to limit public statements by lawyers in the case.
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Lindsay Clancy’s trial ended in a mistrial after the jury was deadlocked for 36 hours.
Clancy is charged with first-degree murder for the deaths of her three young children in January 2023.
The jury was split 11 to 1 in favor of not holding Clancy criminally responsible due to insanity.
Clancy’s lawyer admitted she killed her children but argued she was mentally ill and overmedicated.
The prosecutor asked the court for a gag order to stop lawyers from making public comments that could affect the trial.
The judge rejected an emergency appeal to question jurors further about the holdout juror.
It is unclear if the prosecutor will retry Clancy or consider lesser charges like second-degree murder.
Mental health issues related to postpartum depression and psychosis have been important to the defense’s case.
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Deb Haaland, a former US cabinet secretary and Congress member, is running for governor of New Mexico. She openly shares her personal experience with alcoholism and her long-term sobriety to highlight the state’s addiction and public health crisis.
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Deb Haaland struggled with alcoholism after high school and was twice arrested for drunk driving.
She has been sober for 35 years, after getting help from inpatient treatment, meetings, and therapy.
Haaland is a Democrat running for governor of New Mexico in the November midterm election.
She served in Congress from 2019 to 2021 and as Interior Secretary in President Biden’s cabinet from 2021 to 2025.
Her campaign focuses on addiction as a health issue, not a moral failing, aiming to increase support and reduce stigma.
New Mexico faces a serious fentanyl crisis affecting even small rural communities.
Haaland’s plan includes requiring insurance companies to cover addiction treatment and fighting drug trafficking.
The campaign ad features real people sharing their recovery stories and support for her approach.
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President Donald Trump is visiting Ohio to support Jon Husted, who is facing a close Senate race against Democrat Sherrod Brown. Recent polls show Brown leading among younger voters, while Husted has more support from older voters.
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President Trump will campaign for Jon Husted in Vandalia, Ohio.
Sherrod Brown, the Democrat, currently has a small lead over Husted in recent polls.
Brown leads significantly among younger voters aged 18 to 44.
Husted has stronger support among older voters.
The poll showing this trend surveyed 695 likely voters with a 4.2% margin of error.
President Trump won Ohio in three previous elections but has low approval among younger Ohioans.
Exit polls show mixed results about how much younger voters supported Trump in Ohio's 2024 election.
Sherrod Brown previously held the Senate seat from 2007 until he lost it in 2024.
Jon Husted began serving as Ohio’s senator in 2025 after JD Vance became vice president.
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The U.S. State Department released the October 2026 Visa Bulletin, which updates the availability of green cards for certain applicants. There are significant improvements for some employment-based visa categories for people from India and China, while some other categories for applicants from various countries moved backward to manage the number of visas issued.
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The EB-2 visa category for employment-based applicants from India reopened with a cutoff date of November 1, 2013.
The unreserved EB-5 visas for India also reopened with a cutoff date of December 1, 2023.
India's EB-1 category moved forward to February 1, 2023.
China's visa application filing dates showed major advances, especially EB-3 from January 8, 2022, to April 1, 2024.
Some final action dates for the EB-2 and EB-3 visa categories for most countries, including Mexico and the Philippines, moved backward.
Family-sponsored visa categories like F2A, F2B for Mexico, and F4 for the Philippines saw some date advances.
Applicants must have priority dates earlier than the cutoff dates to apply.
People applying inside the U.S. need to check USCIS charts before filing their applications.
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In 1913, three major changes shaped American government and finances: the 16th Amendment allowed the federal government to tax individual income directly, the 17th Amendment changed how U.S. senators are chosen from state legislatures to direct elections by voters, and Congress created the Federal Reserve to manage the economy. These changes changed how power and money flow between the federal government, states, and citizens.
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The 16th Amendment lets Congress tax income directly without dividing tax responsibilities by state population.
The 17th Amendment changed U.S. senators’ selection from state legislatures to direct election by the public.
Before 1913, state legislatures had a stronger role in federal government through selecting senators.
The Federal Reserve was created by Congress in 1913 to help manage the economy and respond to financial crises.
Direct income taxation increased the federal government’s influence on Americans’ economic lives.
Changing senator selection weakened the states’ power compared to the national government.
The Federal Reserve is an institution with significant control over monetary policy but operates independently of voters.
The article suggests these changes contributed to a bigger federal government and more complex tax system affecting the middle class.
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The Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act, a bill to regulate payments to college athletes and limit how often they can transfer schools. The bill gives new powers to the NCAA and aims to bring order to college sports after major changes allowed athletes to be paid for their name, image, and likeness.
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The Senate approved the bill with a vote of 77-22.
The bill would control payments to athletes and restrict transfers to one free transfer in five years.
It gives the NCAA new authority and some legal protections to enforce these rules.
The bill codifies a 2025 court settlement that allows colleges to pay players.
Colleges could share up to $21.5 million in revenue with players, plus up to $27.5 million more through a retention fund.
The bill allows schools and conferences to pool their TV media rights to raise revenue.
It limits players to five years of eligibility to play college sports.
President Donald Trump praised the bill, saying it would save college sports and colleges.
Critics say the bill doesn’t do enough to protect athletes or stop large payments to coaches and schools.
The bill must still pass the House to become law.
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Special Counsel Jack Smith said that the evidence about President Donald Trump’s actions is the main reason for charging him. Smith made these remarks as he prepared to speak before the Senate Judiciary Committee.
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Jack Smith is a special counsel leading investigations related to President Trump.
Smith emphasized that charges against Trump are based on evidence linked to Trump’s own behavior.
Smith was set to give a statement during his second appearance before the Senate Judiciary Committee.
The Senate Judiciary Committee is a group in Congress that handles legal and judicial matters.
Smith said he will not be “silenced” by threats, showing his commitment to continue the investigation.
The remarks were part of Smith’s prepared opening statement given to The Hill news outlet.
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Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders released a political ad focusing on welfare dependency, targeting a young white man as an example of someone on welfare who chooses not to work. The ad aims to promote her welfare-to-work program called ARHOME, but it led to criticism from conservatives who felt the message alienated a core part of her voter base.
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Sarah Huckabee Sanders is the Republican Governor of Arkansas.
Her new political ad shows a young white man named "Brad" living on welfare and not working.
The ad wants to encourage more people to work, study, or volunteer through a program called ARHOME.
Some conservatives criticized the ad for singling out white men, warning it could hurt her support among voters.
Another conservative suggested featuring a Black woman in the ad, reflecting statistics showing higher welfare use among Black people.
Arkansas is about 68% white and 15% Black according to census data.
Welfare data shows more white people receive Medicaid and food stamps than Black people in Arkansas, but Black people are overrepresented relative to their population size.
The criticism involves concerns about racial representation and political strategy in welfare-related messaging.
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A South Carolina store owner pleaded guilty to staging a fake robbery to help an Indian clerk get a U visa, which offers a path to a green card. The clerk has since been deported to India, and the owner awaits sentencing for conspiracy to commit immigration fraud.
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Birenkumar Rameshbhai Patel, 47, admitted to staging a robbery at his store to fake the clerk as a crime victim.
The staged robbery happened on March 9, 2025, in Fairfield County, South Carolina.
The clerk entered the U.S. illegally in September 2024 and was facing deportation when the fake robbery was staged.
The U visa is for victims of certain crimes who help law enforcement and can lead to permanent residency.
Patel and the clerk sought official reports and false certifications to support the clerk’s visa application.
Patel made a donation to the local sheriff’s department shortly after the staged event.
Investigations found the robbery was fake, and the clerk was deported to India.
The Justice Department charged Patel with knowingly submitting false statements to obtain a U visa.
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New York prosecutors have reopened a rape investigation linked to Cornell University after a woman sued the university and law enforcement for not properly handling her case. She alleges she was drugged and raped by seven men at a fraternity house in 2024, but no criminal charges were initially filed. Now, a grand jury will review the evidence to decide if charges should be brought.
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The woman, called Jane Doe in court papers, says she was assaulted at the Chi Phi fraternity house at Cornell University in October 2024.
Doe alleges she was drugged with ketamine and marijuana and raped by seven men over seven hours.
Doe reported the assault to Cornell Police in November 2024 but no charges were made by prosecutors at first.
The woman filed a civil lawsuit accusing Cornell, the fraternity, and others of negligence and breaking state law.
Two fraternity members were expelled after the university’s internal review; others received punishments like suspensions and workshops.
No arrests have been made related to the case so far.
The lawsuit includes screenshots of a Snapchat group chat where fraternity members discuss the victim in crude terms.
Tompkins County District Attorney said a grand jury will now decide whether to file charges.
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Recent campaign finance data shows how much American political campaigns spend on artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Various candidates and parties are using AI for tasks like writing speeches or sending texts, but many do not explain exactly how they use these tools in their campaigns.
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Since 2020, U.S. federal candidates and campaigns have spent at least $17 million on AI technology vendors.
OpenAI’s ChatGPT has been used by about 80 federal campaigns, with about $50,000 spent, mostly by Republicans.
Anthropic's Claude AI is used by at least 65 campaigns, with more Democrats than Republicans spending on it.
Most campaigns choose either ChatGPT or Claude AI; only about 12% use both.
Elon Musk’s xAI is used mainly by Republican campaigns, with about $5,000 spent so far.
Political campaign-specific AI tools, like AmplifAI for automated texting, received $4.7 million in 2022 but spending has decreased since.
A newer Democratic AI texting service, Daisychain, saw spending grow to about $300,000 in 2026.
Candidates report AI spending mostly as office expenses or subscriptions, not as direct political services.
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The article discusses concerns about federal employees being removed from their jobs based on false reasons. It highlights the need for accountability in these decisions within the U.S. government.
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Some federal employees have been fired or forced out using incorrect or untrue claims.
The author experienced accusations from a senior official about lying to Congress.
The situation is part of broader political conflicts involving supporters of the MAGA movement.
The article calls for clear responsibility and oversight when federal workers are removed.
The issue involves actions taken during the current U.S. administration.
It reflects tensions in government workplaces and political divisions.
Ensuring truthful and fair treatment of federal employees is emphasized.
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Three news organizations banned from the White House by President Trump have asked a federal court to extend an order that temporarily restores their access. They argue the ban violates their First Amendment rights and want access maintained until the legal case is settled. The White House argues access to the grounds is a privilege, not a right.
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President Trump banned CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from White House grounds starting September 19.
A judge issued a temporary restraining order allowing these outlets to return, but it expires on October 8.
The three news organizations asked the court to extend this order to prevent the ban from being reimposed.
Lawyers say the ban is a violation of the First Amendment, which protects freedom of the press.
The White House has selectively enforced the ban, such as barring CNN from its role in the broadcast media pool.
The media pool includes CNN, ABC, CBS, NBC, and Fox News, which work together to cover the president’s events.
Other networks suspended the media pool in protest until CNN was allowed back in.
The White House argues that access is a privilege granted by the government, not a guaranteed right.
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President Donald Trump was seen with his eyes closed briefly during a White House event announcing a new steel mill in Iowa, leading to claims he fell asleep. The White House and video footage show he was awake and engaged most of the time, responding to questions and participating in the event.
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The event was to announce a $15 billion steel mill by Mesabi Metallics in Iowa.
Trump has often called President Joe Biden "Sleepy Joe," but critics used similar claims against Trump after this event.
Social media showed clips of Trump with eyes closed, but full videos show he opened his eyes and responded later.
Hunter Biden and some Democratic accounts shared posts mocking Trump's brief eye closures.
The White House denies Trump was sleeping; they say he sometimes closes his eyes to relax or listens attentively.
President Trump is 80 years old, and debates about the age of political leaders continue in the US.
Critics previously gave Trump nicknames like “Dozy Don” after similar claims of him falling asleep in public.
White House spokespeople say Trump’s energy and alertness contrast with Biden’s administration.
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Andy Burnham, a UK political leader, has started a public conversation about changing social care and pension policies in England. He plans to discuss these ideas openly before the next election but will keep existing pension promises until then.
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Andy Burnham spoke about the need to reform social care in England.
He said honesty is important and politicians should face difficult issues directly.
Burnham would only change social care policies after a general election.
There is debate about the future of the "triple lock" pension policy, which increases state pensions based on wages, prices, or 2.5%.
The triple lock was introduced in 2010 to help reduce pensioner poverty.
Many politicians worry the cost of the triple lock is growing too much but fear cutting it would be politically risky.
Union leaders warn that dropping the triple lock could hurt the party’s chances in elections.
Burnham wants to start a discussion on these issues without making immediate policy changes.
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Jonathan McKinsey, a 40-year-old New York Times executive, was found dead from gunshot wounds in a parking lot in Dublin, California. His elderly parents-in-law were arrested for murder, but the police have not shared a motive.
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Jonathan McKinsey was 40 years old and worked as the director of engineering for the games department at The New York Times.
He was found dead in a parking lot in Dublin, California, on September 26.
McKinsey’s parents-in-law, aged 77, were arrested on suspicion of murder.
McKinsey and his wife, Candice Jang, had a difficult relationship and were involved in a custody dispute over their children.
Both McKinsey and Jang had filed domestic violence restraining orders against each other.
McKinsey was transgender.
The police have not confirmed why the shooting happened.
McKinsey studied computer science at Georgia Tech and the University of California, Berkeley.
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President Donald Trump denied reports that he offered Iran relief from sanctions in exchange for progress on Iran’s nuclear program. He said he did not offer Iran anything, contradicting media reports that claimed he was willing to ease sanctions if Iran made concrete steps regarding its nuclear activities.
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President Trump said on social media that he offered Iran nothing to end the war.
Media outlets Axios and CNN reported, citing unnamed officials, that Trump was open to easing sanctions if Iran showed progress on its nuclear program.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards called Trump a “big liar” and said Iran does not seek nuclear weapons but wants to maintain its nuclear energy program.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran is open to talks but rejects bullying or coercion.
US and Iranian officials had separate talks with mediators to try to end a seven-month conflict.
On the same day, Trump spoke at an event about improving government services and met with House Speaker Mike Johnson and AI leaders.
Trump is planning campaign rallies in several states this week.
Anthropic, an AI company, warned about potential big risks from artificial intelligence in its upcoming IPO.
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In July 2026, three people died in separate incidents involving U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) across three states within 24 hours. These deaths happened amid a sharp rise in immigration arrests and a shift in enforcement tactics under President Donald Trump’s administration.
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Three men died within 24 hours: in Maine, Georgia, and Florida.
Joan Sebastián Durán Guerrero was shot dead in Biddeford, Maine.
Jesús Manuel Arenas-Silva died after losing consciousness during a transfer between detention centers in Georgia.
Juan Jairo Coronilla Durán was killed by a semitruck while fleeing immigration officers in Florida.
2025 was the deadliest year for ICE in 20 years, with 32 deaths in custody.
President Trump’s administration aggressively increased immigration enforcement starting January 2025.
After protests and backlash, ICE shifted from high-profile raids to quieter arrests and collaboration with local police in 2026.
Arrests surged in 2026, mostly involving people without criminal histories, and deaths continued to rise despite less visible tactics.
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The article explains how President Donald Trump might try to challenge or overturn the results of the 2026 midterm elections using political and legal tactics. It also discusses the role Senate Democrats could play in stopping these efforts and highlights potential risks connected to how new members of Congress are officially confirmed.
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President Trump lost a court case about mail-in ballots and might use other strong tactics to keep Republicans in control of Congress.
In 2020, Trump tried to claim states that Joe Biden won were stolen by alleging fraud and seeking to reassign electoral votes.
Article I of the U.S. Constitution says each part of Congress decides who its members are, giving Congress final authority over election results for its seats.
Trump could try to challenge close election results and influence which candidates are seated by congressional vote rather than relying solely on official state results.
The new Congress is officially seated on January 3, 2027, when current members lose status and new members take an oath of office—this moment is key for confirming winners.
There is concern that Republicans might put a loyal clerk in charge of preparing the official list of elected representatives, possibly creating a false list to favor their party.
Some experts believe courts would prevent such manipulation, but others warn that political influence could affect legal decisions.
History shows that Supreme Court justices often vote along party lines in cases about election outcomes, suggesting future election disputes could also be politically influenced.
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Michigan Democrat Abdul El-Sayed launched a new health policy platform to attract supporters of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s "Make America Healthy Again" group. His plan focuses on fighting pesticides in food, reducing pollution, improving water safety, and promoting healthier food access. El-Sayed positions himself against big corporations and aims to address healthcare concerns that helped President Trump win some voters in 2024.
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Abdul El-Sayed is running for the U.S. Senate in Michigan as a Democrat.
He unveiled the Building A Healthier America Policy Agenda targeting food pesticides, water pollution, and healthy food programs.
The platform supports laws letting people sue pesticide makers if their products cause harm.
El-Sayed wants to remove industry lobbyists from government health and safety agencies.
He proposes better federal rules to remove lead and microplastics from drinking water.
The agenda appeals to voters who backed President Trump and RFK Jr. on health but felt ignored by Democrats.
El-Sayed supports vaccines based on scientific evidence, distancing himself from Kennedy’s vaccine skepticism.
He criticized both President Trump and Kennedy for supporting big pharmaceutical and agriculture companies.
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