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Rep. Blaine Wilhour of the Illinois Freedom Caucus has a primary fight on his hands

If nothing else, a barrage of union money aimed at Wilhour could divert “Eastern Bloc” resources away from their hoped-for battle against Rep. Dave Severin, Rich Miller writes.

Chicago Sun-Times

Ex-Trump lawyer Giuliani ordered to pay $148 million in damages for defaming Georgia poll workers

A jury awarded $148 million in damages on Friday to two former Georgia election workers who sued Rudy Giuliani for defamation over lies he spread about them in 2020 that upended their lives with racist threats and harassment.

France 24

Oklahoma GOPer bans diversity programs

"This news evokes deep concern and uncertainty about the future, and in many ways feels like a step backward"

Salon

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New Michigan law means people leaving prison will automatically be registered to vote

Michigan will be the first state in the nation to automatically register incarcerated people to vote upon their release. State officials say it's another step in helping people get back into society.

WEKU

Trump’s ex-lawyer Giuliani told to pay $148m for defaming election workers

Ruby Freeman and Wandrea ‘Shaye’ Moss faced deluge of racist and sexist threats after Giuliani’s false claims.

Al Jazeera

Feds close corruption case against Ed Burke by telling jurors his words on secret recordings are ‘absolutely devastating’

“What’s the best evidence of defendant Burke’s intent?” asked Assistant U.S. Attorney Sarah Streicker. “The words that came out of his mouth.”

Chicago Sun-Times

Failed Candidate's Lawsuit Against Anti-Defamation League Thrown Out

Today's decision by Magistrate Judge Jill Morris in McClanahan v. Anti-Defamation League (W.D. Mo.), rejects plaintiff's libel claim; here's an excerpt: Plaintiff, a recent political candidate in Missouri, initiated this lawsuit contesting an article entitled "ADL Researchers Identify Failed Extremist Candidates in Missouri and North Carolina," that was published on…

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Rudy Giuliani Ordered to Pay 8 Million in Defamation Suit

This piece explores the aftermath of a 8 million verdict against Rudy Giuliani for his false claims during the 2020 election, emphasizing the ongoing li...

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D.C. Circuit Rejects First Amendment Lawsuit over AG's Memorandum About Threats to Schools

From Saline Parents v. Garland, decided today by the D.C. Circuit, in an opinion by Judge Harry Edwards, joined by Judges Neomi Rao and Florence Pan: On October 4, 2021, the Attorney General … issued a one-page memorandum … to various units in the Department of Justice …, expressing concern…

Reason

Rudy Giuliani defamation trial: key moments at a glance

The Trump ally and former New York mayor has been ordered to pay $148.1m to two election workers he circulated lies about

The Guardian - US

Missing Classified Binder Risks National Security, Disrupts Ongoing Operations

Olivia Troy discusses the serious national security risks posed by a missing classified binder from the Trump administration and the need for further inves...

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Multimillion-dollar ruling against Giuliani shows cost of spreading election lies

As the 2024 election approaches, the $148m judgment against a key Trump ally sends a message that falsehoods have consequences

The Guardian - US

Melania Trump Speaks at D.C. Naturalization Ceremony, Shares Personal Story

Former First Lady Melania Trump shares her immigration journey at a Naturalization Ceremony, balancing the personal narrative against backdrop of husband's...

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Rudy Giuliani owes millions in damages – but how much is his net worth?

The former New York mayor may be worth millions – but he also owes millions

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Salon

Giuliani ordered to pay $148 million

“I don’t regret a damn thing,” Giuliani declared outside the courthouse

Kiplinger

More Student Debt Relief Needed, Some Lawmakers Say

Latest student debt relief proposal should be broadened to address concerns, lawmakers say

The Guardian - US

Rudy Giuliani ordered to pay $148.1m in damages for lies about election workers

Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss, from Atlanta, received threats after Trump ally falsely accused them of trying to steal 2020 election

International Business Times

Ex-Trump Lawyer Giuliani Ordered To Pay $148 Mn For Defaming Poll Workers

A jury ordered Donald Trump's former lawyer Rudy Giuliani to pay $148 million in damages on Friday for defaming two Georgia poll workers with his false claims they engaged in election fraud.

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Latin Times

Latino Households Have Seen Their Wealth Grow, But Many Still Remain in Debt

Latinos increased their wealth by 42% between 2019 and 2021; however, one in seven Latino households remain in debt

The Independent UK

Voices: The Giuliani verdict deals a massive blow against conspiracy theory-driven voter suppression

Analysis: Election lies cast poll workers who keep our elections running as villains in an antidemocratic conspiracy. It’s driving them out of their jobs, Alex Woodward writes

The Independent UK

Jury awards $148 million in damages to Georgia election workers over Rudy Giuliani’s 2020 vote lies

A jury has awarded $148 million in damages to two former Georgia election workers who sued Rudy Giuliani for defamation over lies he spread about them in 2020 that upended their lives with racist threats and harassment

The Independent UK

Rudy Giuliani owes defamed election workers nearly $150 million, jury rules

Jury awards Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss almost $150m in damages for his electoral fraud lies

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DC Law May Aid Youthful Carjackers, Urgent Changes Needed

Discover the surge in DC carjackings and how laws may enable culprits. Meanwhile, Melania Trump celebrates new citizens at a special ceremony.

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ICYMI: Top stories of the week

Each week, we bring you a collection of the most viewed stories from The Daily Brew, condensed. Here are the top stories from the week of December 11-December 15.

The Independent UK

Trump ‘may turn off the internet’ if re-elected, former aide says

Miles Taylor says he worries former president would weaponise his powers during a second term

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