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FBI raids Swalwell home as federal probe into sexual misconduct allegations advances
Federal agents seized Swalwell’s electronic devices at San Francisco’s airport and then raided his Washington, D.C. home as part of a federal probe tied to sexual assault allegations; Swalwell resigned from Congress in April amid reporting on the allegations, and two women publicly accused him and said they spoke with the FBI. The Manhattan DA’s Office and the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department have opened investigations in the wake of the reporting.
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Mississippi Woman Found Hanging: Authorities Probe Circumstances
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ICE to Outfit All Field Officers with Body Cams by August, but Footage Access Remains Restricted
ICE says it will outfit every field officer with body cameras by the end of August, a rapid expansion that could create a visual record of federal immigration enforcement; however, public access to footage remains limited as ICE policies allow withholding or delaying release to protect investigations and privacy, a stance the agency defended amid scrutiny over recent shootings and related coverage.
Unsealed Docs Add Rape and Trafficking Charges in Tate Extradition Case
Newly unsealed UK authorities’ filings expand charges against Andrew and Tristan Tate in their extradition case, detailing multiple rape and sex-trafficking allegations from victims in England. The documents accompany their appearance in Miami federal court and bring the total charges to 42 for Andrew and 17 for Tristan (59 across both brothers). Prosecutors say victims were choked and assaulted in past years; the Tates deny wrongdoing. The extradition process to determine if they should be surrendered to the UK continues, with next milestones including bail decisions and the outline of an extradition hearing.
Army veteran accused of incendiary attack outside NYC federal building, FBI says
A 43-year-old Army veteran, Andrew Arrabaca, allegedly poured gasoline outside 26 Federal Plaza in Manhattan, ignited it with a lighter, and fired several airsoft pellets from a rifle after arriving with an anti-ICE sign; three people were injured, Arrabaca is in custody, and the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force is investigating as charges remain pending. Officials described him as anti-government extremist.
Napa County hit-and-run case involving Paul Pelosi under review for possible misdemeanor charges
Paul Pelosi, husband of Nancy Pelosi, was involved in a hit-and-run in Yountville, Napa County, California, after allegedly striking a legally parked car, briefly stopping, then driving away; there were no injuries. Deputies later found Pelosi’s car with severe front-end damage about a quarter-mile away. He was not arrested, and authorities say the incident could lead to a misdemeanor charge for fleeing the scene, with the California DMV determining his continued ability to drive—an ordinary step for older drivers. Pelosi has a prior DUI conviction in 2022, for which he served a short jail term and probation. The episode follows a separate 2022 assault on the Pelosi home.
Daring Empire State Building ascent ends with arrests after peace banner display
Two people wearing masks climbed to the top antenna of the Empire State Building in New York, unfurled a banner reading “When the power of love beats the love of power the world knows peace,” and were taken into custody without incident. Authorities say charges are pending as the investigation continues; experts described the stunt as dangerous and a potential security risk, and video posts appear to show the climbers on a platform near the top.
Peace-banner stunt at Empire State Building ends with custody
Two masked climbers reached the top of the Empire State Building, unfurled a banner reading “When the power of love beats the love of power the world knows peace,” and were taken into custody with charges pending as police investigate how they reached the antenna; video from the scene also showed an engagement between the climbers.
117 dog remains found at Humboldt shelter amid cruelty probe
Authorities found the remains of at least 117 dogs on the grounds of Miranda’s Rescue Animal Sanctuary in Fortuna, California, many with gunshot wounds, along with 21 skulls and hundreds of bones. The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office says the scene is horrific and launched an investigation into felony animal abuse, fraud and conspiracy; no charges have been filed yet. Shelter founder Shannon Miranda says the rescue's mission is to save animals and disputes coverage.
Verdict Reached in Palisades Fire Arson Case
Jurors in Los Angeles have reached a verdict in the federal arson trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, the Uber driver accused of starting the deadly Palisades Fire in 2025 that killed 12 and devastated thousands of homes; prosecutors portrayed him as driven by revenge and cited the Hidden Buddha clearing as the ignition site, with more than 30 witnesses, while the defense argued there was insufficient evidence of intent and suggested fireworks as a possible cause. He faces three federal charges including destruction of property by fire, arson affecting property used in interstate commerce, and timber set afire, with the verdict to be read in court.
DOJ charges two more in alleged White House UFC drone plot
Two more men were charged in a Justice Department case over an alleged plot to attack a UFC event at the White House. Court filings allege Jordan Rincker spoke of rigging drones with explosives and claimed he could control dozens of drones, while William Lee Spartacus Falkner discussed explosives and how to acquire drones in group chats; Rincker also allegedly gave a firearm to the group leader. Both made initial appearances in federal court as prosecutors outline how far the scheme had progressed.
Mississippi toddler Kohen Wiley fatally shot by police sparks protests and accountability calls
An officer-involved shooting in Senatobia, Mississippi, killed 1-year-old Kohen Wiley after police fired at a vehicle leaving a Walmart during a shoplifting call, prompting protests and renewed concerns about policing and racial justice in a town with a sizable Black population. Witnesses dispute details, while authorities say the vehicle nearly struck an officer before the shot; Kohen and his mother were struck by gunfire. Civil rights advocates liken the case to broader patterns of police accountability issues, and experts caution that shooting at a moving vehicle is dangerous. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is reviewing the incident and video footage is expected to be released after the inquiry.