Trump administration can keep 2020 election ballots seized from Georgia, judge rules

A US judge on Wednesday ruled that the Justice Department can keep 2020 election ballots seized during an FBI search ​in January, a win for President Donald Trump’s administration as it pursues the president’s false claims of widespread voter fraud. Atlanta-based US District Judge J.P. Boulee rejected Fulton County’s request for the return of original copies of the seized material. Lawyers for the county had argued that the FBI’s search of the county’s election hub relied on faulty and discredited evidence and violated protections under the US Constitution. Boulee determined there were flaws in an FBI affidavit used to secure a judge’s permission for the search, but concluded…

DOJ investigating woke, Soros-backed Virginia DA over ‘sweetheart’ deals given to illegal migrants

The Justice Department has launched an investigation into a radical Northern Virginia prosecutor who allegedly discriminated against US citizens by offering preferential treatment “only to illegal alien” criminal defendants.   The DOJ notified Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano on Wednesday that it is looking into potential civil rights violations related…

Popular Italian food brand accused of ‘tomato fraud’ in new lawsuit

It’s a canned conspiracy. Two Californians are suing Cento Fine Foods for allegedly committing “tomato fraud” — claiming the fruits in its canned products are not the coveted “Ferrari” of tomato varieties they boast, according to a saucy new lawsuit. The plaintiffs alleged that New Jersey-based Cento is the “primary…

Knicks claw past Joel Embiid-less 76ers in tense Game 2 victory

It had been a struggle and a slog all game.  The Knicks trailed after the first, second and third quarters. The 76ers were playing more freely without Joel Embiid. Jalen Brunson was having a clunker.  Then the NBA’s best fourth-quarter team emerged.  It’s something that had not been needed for…

Midterm handicapper unveils new House ratings for pivotal 2026 races across the US

The University of Virginia’s Center for Politics shifted 17 House races Wednesday in response to redistricting, primary elections and congressional scandals.  Nine of the organization’s race-ratings changes were made in Florida, where Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a new GOP-friendly congressional map into law earlier this week.  On balance, the…

San Francisco crazy high business taxes could get even worse

San Francisco has been a case study in how not to run a city, but a new report is amplifying the alarm as voters consider a CEO tax that some are calling a poison pill for the epicenter of tech. The Bay Area Council Economic Institute released a study on…

UCLA medical school engaged in racial discrimination: DOJ

A year-long probe into UCLA’s medical school uncovered illegal race-based admissions practices, the federal Department of Justice announced Wednesday. “UCLA’s admissions process has been focused on racial demographics at the expense of merit and excellence — allowing racial politics to distract the school from the vital work of training great…

Why is mercury a liquid?

​​We tend to think of metals as hard, strong and resistant to high temperatures — just look at iron, aluminum and steel. While this is generally true, there’s one key exception: mercury. With a melting point of minus 37.9 degrees Fahrenheit (minus 38.8 degrees Celsius), mercury is one of only…

Knicks’ Pacome Dadiet nets career high in points during garbage time

DENVER — Pacôme Dadiet, the 2024 first-round pick who has spent much of this season in the G-League, finally took advantage of his NBA opportunity in Friday’s 142-103 Knicks win over the Nuggets. The 20-year-old Frenchman went off for 11 points in just nine minutes of garbage time, helping send…

Yankees’ Trent Grisham gets key hit after slow start to spring training

Observations from Yankees spring training Friday: Single file Trent Grisham had been quiet at the plate through his first six games, but delivered a two-run single to get the scoring going in Friday’s 3-0 win over the Rays. Challenge accepted Catcher Payton Henry, who should provide some depth at Triple-A,…

Ruben Prey gives St. John’s big lift off bench in win

It felt like St. John’s was in trouble. Zuby Ejiofor had picked up his second foul with 4:55 left in the first half. Then, he was called for his third a few minutes into the second half. Both times, Ruben Prey was there to fill the void left by the…

Luka Doncic’s hot start propels Lakers to win over Pacers

As long as the Lakers have Luka Doncic on the court, they always have a chance of winning, regardless of the opponent. And regardless of the circumstances. The Lakers’ 128-117 Friday night win over the Pacers at Crypto.com Arena, which was the second night of a back-to-back and witnessed star…

DOJ exploring possible charges against Cuban leaders amid calls for a Raul Castro indictment: ‘Must finally face justice’

A top Justice Department prosecutor has launched an inquiry into Cuban government officials that could result in indictments against the Communist regime’s leaders, according to multiple reports.  The “working group” assembled by US Attorney for the Southern District of Florida Jason Reding Quiñones, includes federal prosecutors and officials with the…

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