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crime15 days ago•4 min saved

Arcadia Mayor Charged as Chinese Agent in Federal Case

Arcadia Mayor Eileen Wang has been charged in federal court with acting as an illegal agent of the People’s Republic of China and has agreed to plead guilty to one felony count, potentially facing up to 10 years in prison. The case centers on a PRC‑linked propaganda operation run with Yaoning Sun via the U.S. News Center, with Sun already sentenced in a related matter. The FBI and DOJ describe the scheme as an effort to influence U.S. democracy and public discourse through coordinated pro‑PRC content.

via Department of Justice (.gov)|

#arcadia #crime #eileen-wang

politics19 days ago•13 min saved

Comey seeks to halt his upcoming court appearance in Trump-threat case

Former FBI Director James Comey has asked a federal judge to cancel his scheduled appearance in a case involving threats against Donald Trump, a move that awaits a court decision.

via AP News|

#court-appearance #donald-trump #federal-case

crime27 days ago•5 min saved

New Jersey Couple Pleads Guilty in $2 Million Art Forgery Ring

A New Jersey father-daughter duo pleaded guilty to a 200+ piece art-forgery ring that sold works attributed to Warhol, Banksy and Picasso for about $2 million, with forged provenance aided by a Polish-based artist; they face up to 20 years in prison and restitution of at least $1.9 million.

via Smithsonian Magazine|

#art-forgery #banksy #crime

crime1 month ago•2 min saved

Florida teen indicted as adult in stepsister's Carnival Horizon killing

A 16-year-old Florida stepbrother has been indicted as an adult for the fatal assault of his stepsister Anna Kepner aboard Carnival Horizon during a 2025 Caribbean voyage. The DOJ says she was sexually assaulted and killed; the death was ruled mechanical asphyxiation. He was initially charged as a juvenile, but a judge ordered transfer to adult court. He faces first-degree murder and aggravated sexual abuse charges, with a potential life sentence if convicted. The FBI is investigating and the case is being prosecuted in federal court; no court date has been set.

via CBS News|

#adult-prosecution #crime #cruise-ship

politics1 month ago•13 min saved

Immigration panel blocks Khalil's appeal as federal case proceeds

The Board of Immigration Appeals denied Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil's appeal, a setback in his immigration case as a separate federal lawsuit against immigration authorities continues in U.S. court; Khalil was visible to reporters outside a federal courthouse in Philadelphia.

via AP News|

#board-of-immigration-appeals #federal-case #immigration

law-and-politics6 months ago•3 min saved

D.C. Sandwich Thrower Trial Kicks Off Amid Skepticism

A D.C. man, Sean Charles Dunn, is facing a brief federal trial for throwing a sandwich at a federal agent, amid political tensions and claims of selective prosecution, with the judge calling it 'the simplest case in the world' and expecting it to last two days.

via CBS News|

#dc-trial #federal-case #jan-6-capitol-attack

world7 months ago•1 min saved

Mob, Sports, and Gambling Scandals: Unraveling the Rigged Games

A report suggests that a rigged poker game involved an ex-NFL player acting as the 'face card' to lure victims, with allegations pointing to a high-tech scam that caused victims to lose over $1 million, and more names may emerge as the federal case develops.

via NBC Sports|

#chauncey-billups #federal-case #nfl

entertainment7 months ago•3 min saved

Diddy Faces Serious Prison Risk After Guilty Verdict

Mark Geragos, Diddy's lawyer, expresses concern for Diddy's safety in prison following his 50-month sentence for federal charges, highlighting the risks of assault and the challenges faced by high-profile inmates.

via HotNewHipHop|

#diddy #entertainment #federal-case

law-and-justice8 months ago•3 min saved

Luigi Mangione's legal team seeks dismissal and removal of death penalty in high-profile case

Attorneys for Luigi Mangione are seeking to block the federal government from pursuing the death penalty in his case, arguing that authorities have violated his constitutional rights and acted improperly, amid ongoing federal and state charges related to the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

via The Washington Post|

#attorneys #court-motion #death-penalty

law-and-justice8 months ago•3 min saved

DC Judges Criticize DOJ Over Case Handling and Dismissals

A federal magistrate judge criticized prosecutors for dismissing a case against a man accused of threatening President Trump, questioning whether the Justice Department is still following its principle of pursuing only winnable cases, amid recent multiple case dismissals and declining indictments.

via NBC News|

#federal-case #indictment #justice-department

law-and-justice9 months ago•1 min saved

Officers in Tyre Nichols case granted new federal trials

A federal judge in Tennessee has ordered a new trial for three former Memphis police officers convicted of witness tampering in the Tyre Nichols case, citing concerns of bias after the original judge allegedly suggested police infiltration by gang members, amidst ongoing legal proceedings and nationwide protests over police violence.

via BBC|

#federal-case #law-and-justice #memphis-police

world9 months ago•4 min saved

Ex-NFL Player Convicted in Major Dogfighting Ring

Former NFL player LeShon Johnson was convicted in a federal dogfighting case for running a large kennel with 190 seized dogs, facing potential prison time and fines, and has agreed to forfeit the dogs. The case highlights ongoing issues of animal cruelty linked to dogfighting, drawing comparisons to Michael Vick's case.

via The New York Times|

#animal-cruelty #dogfighting #federal-case

crime9 months ago•2 min saved

Ex-NFL Player Convicted in Major Dog-Fighting Case

Former NFL running back LeShon Johnson was convicted of involvement in the largest federal dog-fighting case, involving the seizure of 190 dogs and allegations of breeding and trafficking dogs for fighting. He faces up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine per count, with sentencing to follow.

via New York Post|

#animal-cruelty #crime #dog-fighting

news9 months ago•2 min saved

Diddy Faces Legal Battle and Public Support Amidst Trial

Virginia 'Gina' Huynh, Diddy's ex-girlfriend, wrote a letter to the judge supporting his release on bail before his October sentencing, stating she does not view him as a danger and highlighting his efforts to improve and his role as a father. Despite allegations in the indictment related to coercion and commercial sex acts, Huynh emphasized his non-violent behavior and cooperation during the investigation.

via Variety|

#bail-support #criminal-justice #diddy

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Judge Pauses Trump's Election Case Amid Legal Uncertainty

Judge Tanya Chutkan has granted special counsel Jack Smith's request to pause the federal election interference case against Donald Trump due to his recent election victory. Smith cited the "unprecedented circumstance" of Trump being set to become president-elect, prompting a pause in pretrial deadlines to reassess the situation in line with Justice Department policy, which traditionally avoids prosecuting sitting presidents. Trump's defense did not oppose the motion, and the Justice Department is reportedly considering winding down the federal cases against him.

via MSNBC|

#election-interference #federal-case #jack-smith