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Texas lawmaker ends re-election bid after admitting to affair with ex-staffer

Republican congressman Tony Gonzales had repeatedly denied affair with former aide who later died by suicide

The Guardian - US · Mar 6

Americans are being policed with military-grade weapons. This has to stop

Predator drones and armored personnel carriers have become commonplace in US cities. Congress has the power to fix this

The Guardian - US · Mar 6

How the sanctuary movement offers lessons for fighting ICE: ‘an impact that spans decades’

With its roots in religious doctrine, the modern move to house, clothe and protect immigrants started in the 1980s

The Guardian - US · Mar 6

Pro-gambling interests fail to gain ground in Texas primaries as legislative roadblocks remain

Despite slow progress, casino empire Las Vegas Sands promised to continue investing in candidates who support bringing destination resort casinos to Texas.

The Texas Tribune · Mar 6

Lindsey Halligan investigated by Florida Bar: Why Trump's 'beauty queen' US attorney could lose her lawyer's license

The investigation could potentially threaten Halligan’s licence to practise law and has reignited debate about how aggressively political power is being used within the American justice system.

The Times of India · Mar 6

Good riddance to Kristi Noem. Her replacement won’t be an improvement

The former homeland security chief was an incompetent figurehead of cruelty. Her departure reflects Trump’s political weakness

The Guardian - US · Mar 6

Epstein files: Woman claims Trump sexually assaulted her as minor

Newly released FBI documents detail a woman's allegations of sexual assault by Donald Trump, introduced by Jeffrey Epstein, when she was a minor. The woman also reported receiving threats to remain silent, which she linked to Epstein. Trump has denied all allegations, while Democrats accuse the Trump administration of withholding…

The Times of India · Mar 6

Epstein Files: DOJ Releases 'Mistakenly Withheld' Documents Naming Trump as Bondi Faces Bipartisan Subpoena

Five House Republicans join Democrats in a rare bipartisan vote to subpoena Attorney General Pam Bondi over the handling of Jeffrey Epstein files.

International Business Times UK · Mar 6

'Praying Over P3dos?' Critics Mock Viral Oval Office Prayer Video of Trump

A viral video of evangelical leaders praying over Trump in the Oval Office has sparked controversy, with critics highlighting alleged connections to Jeffrey Epstein

International Business Times UK · Mar 6

Charlie Kirk Highway Vote Sparks Outrage as SC Democrat Calls Late Activist's Remarks 'Divisive' and 'Hurtful'

The South Carolina Statehouse is embroiled in controversy over naming a road after Charlie Kirk, with Republican lawmakers pushing the measure despite Democratic opposition, citing his divisive legacy.

International Business Times UK · Mar 6