George Nyavor
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In a landmark decision, the US Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit ruled on Tuesday, July 17, that Minnesota’s law requiring handgun carry permit applicants to be at least 21 years of age is unconstitutional. This ruling upholds a lower court’s 2023 decision that struck down the age restriction following a lawsuit by gun-rights…
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Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s appointment to the Supreme Court represents a historic milestone in American legal history, marking the first time a Black woman has ascended to the nation’s highest court. This article chronicles Judge Jackson’s remarkable path, highlighting her significant achievements and the profound impact of her appointment. Early Life and Education: Foundations of…
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The legal proceedings involving rapper Young Thug have encountered further complications as Judge Shukura L. Ingram recused herself from the case. This follows the earlier recusal of Fulton County’s Chief Judge Ural Glanville. The case, already mired in controversy, faces additional delays as the court seeks yet another judge to preside over it. According to…
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Pepa, of the iconic hip-hop duo Salt-N-Pepa, is preparing to take legal action against Southwest Airlines following a contentious incident during a flight from Las Vegas to Nashville on July 15. According to reports, Pepa purchased two seats due to medical reasons related to a previous car accident. Despite wearing a knee brace, she was…
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US Senator Bob Menendez (D-NJ) has been convicted of bribery offenses and conspiracy to act as a foreign agent following a month-long trial. The verdict, delivered on Tuesday, found Menendez guilty on all 16 counts, including bribery, honest services wire fraud, extortion, and obstruction of justice. Businessmen Wael Hana, Fred Daibes, and Jose Uribe, who…
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Irv Gotti, the founder of Murder Inc. Records, is confronting legal challenges after a lawsuit was filed against him on July 11th in Miami-Dade County. The plaintiff, identified as Jane Doe, has accused Gotti of a series of sexual assaults and abuses spanning from 2020 to 2022 in locations including Saint Martin, Miami, and Atlanta.…
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A US federal court has dismissed all charges against former President Donald Trump concerning mishandling classified documents post-presidency. The ruling, delivered on Monday, July 15, 2024, centered on the appointment of Senior Counsel Jack Smith, deemed unconstitutional by the court. Appointed by US Attorney General Merrick Garland in November 2022, Jack Smith was tasked with…
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A young attorney and social media activist, known as Daria Rose on Instagram and TikTok, has garnered significant attention with her detailed explanation of Project 2025, a far-right plan for the United States. In a video posted on her social media handles (@darilynmonrosee), the law school graduate described the 920-page document published by The Heritage…
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In the wake of the deadly shooting at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump has issued a poignant statement urging for unity and condemning violence in political discourse. The incident, which unfolded at a rally attended by former President Donald Trump and numerous spectators, resulted in injuries…
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In a significant development, the judge overseeing the high-profile racketeering case involving rapper Young Thug and several co-defendants has been recused from the case. Fulton County Superior Court Chief Judge Ural Glanville faced removal after motions from Young Thug and another defendant raised concerns about a closed-door meeting with prosecutors and a state witness. The…
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