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politics5 days ago•8 min saved

Feds Detain Swalwell at SFO, Seize Devices in Civil-Rights Inquiry

Federal agents briefly detained former Rep. Eric Swalwell at San Francisco International Airport and seized his iPhone and MacBook Pro as part of a civil-rights investigation into his conduct in office; authorities also searched his Washington home and are pursuing related probes in New York and Los Angeles County. Swalwell, who resigned from Congress and withdrew from the California governor’s race amid sexual-misconduct allegations he denies, has not been charged in connection with the civil-rights inquiry.

via Los Angeles Times|

#civil-rights #device-seizure #eric-swalwell

us-crime-and-justice5 days ago•199 min saved

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.

via CNN|

#eric-swalwell #fbi-raid #federal-investigation

business8 days ago•10 min saved

Walter’s high-stakes pivot: Lakers sale amid federal probes into his insurance empire

Mark Walter, Dodgers owner since 2012 and a brief Lakers owner, is selling the Lakers for a record price as federal investigators scrutinize his insurance businesses (Delaware Life and its affiliates) with grand jury subpoenas and an SEC inquiry, after the FBI seized devices; the saga, plus his White House appearance, highlights how the low-profile billionaire now sits at the center of a high-profile sports-and-finance spotlight.

via The New York Times|

#business #delaware-life #dodgers

business9 days ago•7 min saved

Lakers Sale Stands Under Federal Scrutiny of Walter’s Insurance Empire

Lakers owner Mark Walter sold a controlling stake in the team for $12.5 billion to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner as federal probes into his insurers, Delaware Life and Clear Spring Life, scrutinize billions in related-party loans and restatements to determine disclosure and potential criminal or civil risk, with no charges filed yet; the sale may help address debt and regulatory pressure amid ongoing investigations by DOJ and SEC.

via Los Angeles Times|

#business #delaware-life #federal-investigation

local15 days ago•2 min saved

Feds Assume Case in NY Harbor Boat Crash That Killed Mother, Baby

Federal prosecutors will handle the investigation into a New York Harbor boat crash that killed a mother, Sara Sanchez, and her 5-month-old daughter Antonella Garcia; the captain, Manuel Hernandez, is under scrutiny over whether the 22-foot bowrider operated an illegal charter, as 14 people were aboard near the Statue of Liberty Saturday night and several survivors were rescued in stable condition.

via Gothamist|

#antonella-garcia #boat-capsizing #federal-investigation

technology23 days ago•1 min saved

Georgia among states hit by water-system cyberattacks, federal probe underway

A federal investigation is underway after cyberattacks on U.S. water systems were reported in multiple states, including Georgia. ABC News says six states are linked to the hack, with disruptions described as limited and no contamination reported. The specific Georgia locations were not disclosed, and state officials are seeking more information as probes continue.

via WSB-TV|

#cyberattack #federal-investigation #georgia

us-news-crime1 month ago•130 min saved

Federal evidence handed to Minnesota in Good-Pretti killings after months-long delay

Federal authorities have turned over key evidence in the Renee Good and Alex Pretti killings to Minnesota prosecutors after months of delay, enabling the state to move forward with its case.

via AP News|

#alex-pretti #federal-investigation #homicide

crime1 month ago•3 min saved

Federal Sweep Targets SoCal Sex Trafficking Ring Along Figueroa Corridor

A federal crackdown, Operation Broken Blade, arrested 10 people across Southern California in connection with sex trafficking along the Figueroa Corridor in South Los Angeles. The case links many suspects to the Hoover Gang and charges include racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking of a minor, drug trafficking conspiracy and money laundering; a federal indictment identifies 51 victims, some as young as 14. Arrests occurred across multiple locations, including residences and the Stadium Inn and Spas, where the on-site manager is accused of profiting from prostitution and concealing illicit proceeds. Officials say the abuse involved coercion and violence, and prosecutors say the crackdown will continue.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#crime #federal-investigation #hoover-gang

politics2 months ago•6 min saved

Newsom reframes federal probe as challenge to Trump in 2028 race

California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a federal investigation into him and his wife, portraying it as political targeting by Trump as he weighs a 2028 presidential bid; while actual charges would threaten a race, absent wrongdoing the controversy could boost support among Democratic primary voters, with investigations reportedly examining tax questions tied to his wife’s nonprofit and a separate case involving a former top aide.

via The Washington Post|

#2028-presidential-bid #democratic-politics #donald-trump

politics2 months ago•9 min saved

Newsom weaponizes federal probe to boost 2028 presidential bid

As he eyes a 2028 run, Gov. Gavin Newsom frames a federal probe into him and his wife as a Trump-directed witch hunt, releasing a video to rally supporters and project resilience. The investigations, said to dating back about a year and originating with Sacramento prosecutors, focus on nonprofits tied to the couple and Siebel Newsom’s taxes, with questions also touching household records. Analysts say the tactic could raise his national profile but carries the risk of backfiring if wrongdoing is found.

via Los Angeles Times|

#2028-presidential-bid #california-politics #federal-investigation

politics2 months ago•15 min saved

FBI searches Ohio voter-registration group office in federal probe

The FBI searched the office of an Ohio voter-registration group as part of a federal investigation; the report provides limited detail on the group, the reasons for the search, or any potential charges.

via AP News|

#fbi #federal-investigation #law-enforcement

politics2 months ago•2 min saved

National Mall hits with giant '8647' draw federal scrutiny

Giant '8647' markings appeared on the National Mall in Washington, prompting a federal probe by U.S. Park Police and White House condemnation of political violence. The numbers are tied to the Comey indictment over a seashell photo allegedly threatening the president, with investigators collecting grass samples as they continue their inquiry ahead of Independence Day events.

via NBC News|

#federal-investigation #james-comey #national-mall

local2 months ago•2 min saved

Feds issue search warrant at Garden Grove aerospace facility after MMA tank crisis

Federal agents served a search warrant at a Garden Grove aerospace plant connected to a hazardous methyl methacrylate tank incident that forced evacuations; authorities are probing possible violations at the facility amid ongoing investigations and a related class-action lawsuit against GKN Aerospace.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#federal-investigation #garden-grove #gkn-aerospace

politics4 months ago•3 min saved

500 Unclaimed Ballots Found Near Renton Dumpster Prompt Federal Inquiry

Federal authorities are investigating after roughly 500 ballots from multiple elections were found behind a Renton, Washington dumpster; the ballots appeared to be outgoing and were not retrieved, not counted, and are being reviewed by King County Elections with the USPS, Renton Police, and the FBI. Rep. Jim Walsh raised concerns about vulnerabilities in Washington’s vote-by-mail system, but election officials say safeguards prevented any fraud and criticize the public posting of the ballots. The Secretary of State and King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office are involved, and the case remains active.

via KOMO|

#ballots #election-security #federal-investigation

politics4 months ago•179 min saved

Congress, FBI probe mystery surrounding scientists' deaths and disappearances

Lawmakers and federal investigators are opening a broad probe into reports that at least 10 scientists tied to sensitive U.S. nuclear and aerospace research have died or disappeared in recent years. The FBI is coordinating with the Defense Department, Energy, NASA and state/local authorities, while the House Oversight Committee seeks briefings on potential connections. Cases vary from unsolved homicides to missing-person searches, with no confirmed links so far, though officials say it’s a national-security concern and that authorities will look for ties to classified information or foreign actors.

via CNN|

#fbi #federal-investigation #house-oversight-committee