U.S. Politics

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U.S. Supreme Court Denies Donald Trump Appeal in $5.6 Million E. Jean Carroll Defamation Verdict

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US Aug 17, 2026

U.S. Supreme Court Denies Donald Trump Appeal in $5.6 Million E. Jean Carroll Defamation Verdict

The Supreme Court turns away a rehearing request from Donald Trump, cementing the $5 million jury judgment plus interest in the landmark civil defamation and sexual abuse lawsuit.

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House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries Pledges 'Dramatic Reform' of the U.S. Supreme Court

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US Aug 17, 2026

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries Pledges 'Dramatic Reform' of the U.S. Supreme Court

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries outlines a legislative priority to enact structural Supreme Court reforms, including enforceable ethics codes and term limits, if Democrats regain the House majority.

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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Announces Departure Amid National Family and Career Discourse

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US Aug 17, 2026

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Announces Departure Amid National Family and Career Discourse

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirms she will step down at the end of August to focus on her young family, triggering a national discussion on the intense demands of federal executive service.

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Attorney General Todd Blanche Formally Rescinds $1.8 Billion 'Anti-Weaponization' Settlement Fund

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US Aug 16, 2026

Attorney General Todd Blanche Formally Rescinds $1.8 Billion 'Anti-Weaponization' Settlement Fund

Confirmed following a narrow 50–49 Senate vote, U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche issues a formal order terminating the controversial $1.8 billion IRS settlement fund while addressing questions on executive authority.

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