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Justice Dept., special counsel in talks about how to wind down Trump prosecutions

President-elect Trump faced two federal prosecutions brought by special counsel Jack Smith last year.

Trump pledges to fire special counsel Jack Smith

In an interview Thursday, former President Donald Trump said that if he wins the election, he plans to immediately fire special counsel Jack Smith, the man who is overseeing two key criminal ...

Two Key Prosecutors in Trump Documents Case Leave Jack Smith’s Office

The departures amount to a tacit acknowledgment that any trial in that case will not happen for many months, if not years.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 16

Democrats call for special counsel probe into Kushner over Saudi ties

Correction: This article has been corrected to reflect that lawmakers assess Saudi Arabia has paid Jared Kushner $87 million, and not as previously written. Senior Democrats in the House and Senate ...

Politics - The Hill - October 24

Trump says he'll fire special counsel Jack Smith if elected

Former President Donald Trump told a conservative radio host that if elected, he would immediately fire special counsel Jack Smith, who is prosecuting Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 election ...

Trump vows to fire special counsel Jack Smith if elected president

Former President Trump said he would fire special counsel Jack Smith if elected president. Trump also moved to challenge the special counsel’s role in the election interference case against him. ...

Politics - NBC News - October 25

Special counsel Jack Smith expected to wind down Trump prosecutions: Sources

Special counsel Jack Smith is in talks with leadership at the Justice Department evaluating ways he can end prosecutions of Donald Trump, sources told ABC News.

US special counsel to wind down criminal cases against Donald Trump

Jack Smith’s case would not be finished before inauguration, after which Trump could prohibit prosecutors from pursuing it. US election 2024 – latest updates Trump’s victory throws uncertainty ...

World - The Guardian - 5 hours ago

Special counsel urges judge to reject Trump's bid to toss Jan. 6 obstruction charges

Special counsel Jack Smith is urging the judge in Donald Trump's Jan. 6 case to reject an effort by Trump's attorneys to throw out the case's obstruction-related charges.

Veterans Dept. Investigating Acadia Healthcare for Insurance Fraud

Several federal agencies are investigating whether the large chain of psychiatric hospitals held patients without medical justification.

Health - The New York Times - October 18

Justice Dept. Sues Rocket Mortgage for Appraisal Discrimination

After a white appraiser slashed the value of a Black woman’s duplex, the Justice Department sued all involved in the assessment, including the nation’s largest lender.

Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago

As Election Looms, Justice Dept. Tries to Steer Clear of Politics

A department memo seeks to formalize a pre-election “quiet period” in which senior officials should avoid unnecessary high-profile moves.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 24

Oisin Murphy turns to counselling amid demands as champion jockey

Rider to be crowned at Ascot on Saturday for fourth time Murphy unsure if demands will permit run at fifth title Oisin Murphy has turned the race for the 2024 Flat riders’ title into a ...

World - The Guardian - October 17

Special Edition: America Votes

An anxious wait begins.

World - The New York Times - Yesterday

WATCH: Special honor for NBA superfans

Jack Nicholson, Spike Lee, Billy Crystal and businessman Alan Horwitz have been inducted as superfans into Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts.

The root of the crisis in special needs education

Since legislative changes in 2014, governments have failed to adapt this area of public policy as autism diagnoses increase

World - Financial Times - October 22

Boy restrained unnecessarily at special school, watchdog says

The mother of the boy says she feels vindicated by a watchdog's report into the case.

Trump claims Justice Dept. sued to add "illegal voters" in Virginia. Here's a fact check.

Republicans mischaracterized a lawsuit filed by the Justice Department to protect voters from being removed from voting lists too close to Election Day, CBS News' election law expert says.

Trump is considering halting federal grants to police depts. that decline to conduct mass deportations

As Trump promises the largest mass deportation of undocumented immigrants in US history if re-elected, his team is considering withholding federal police grants from local law enforcement agencies ...

October's supermoon pairs with a comet for a special nighttime spectacle

October's supermoon is the closest of the year and it's teaming up with a comet for a rare stargazing two-for-one

Tech - ABC News - October 16

Brian Williams to host election night special on Amazon

Brian Williams is making a return to the news business. Amazon announced Thursday that former NBC News anchor and MSNBC host will preside over election night coverage it is planning on its ...

Politics - The Hill - October 17

Broncos win in Payton's 'special' return to N.O.

Sean Payton, now in his second season with the Broncos, returned to New Orleans as an opposing head coach for the first time and picked up the win.

Sports - ESPN - October 18

The funding crisis threatening England’s special needs education

Cost of specialist school places is placing huge financial strain on cash-strapped councils

World - Financial Times - October 21

Horrible Histories to receive special Bafta Award

The children’s historical sketch show is rewarded for its "extraordinary cultural and social impact".

Special Report: Israel launches retaliatory strikes on Iran

Israel is conducting retaliatory attacks in Iran. These retaliatory strikes are in response to previous attacks from Iran, according to the IDF.

Watch: Harris campaigns in Wisconsin with special music guests

Vice President Harris held a campaign rally in the critical swing state of Wisconsin on Wednesday evening, featuring musical guests Mumford & Sons. Artists Gracie Abrams and The National's Matt ...

Politics - The Hill - October 31

Dragon Age: The Veilguard - Best Warrior Skills And Specialization

When you start Dragon Age: The Veilguard , you have to choose from three distinct classes. One of these happens to be the Warrior, a melee powerhouse that has all the right tools for offense and ...

Tech - GameSpot - 6 days ago

The 'special feeling' created by beating All Blacks

Former England centre Brad Barritt recalls the "special feeling" of beating New Zealand at Twickenham in 2012.

Live Budget special: How will the UK secure growth?

The FT’s top commentators answer your questions about the Budget’s impact

World - Financial Times - 5 days ago

William returns to 'special place' Africa for prize awards

The awards event in South Africa will have emotional connections for the Prince of Wales.

'The kid is special!' - Barkley completes incredible reverse hurdle

Watch as Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley reverse hurdles over Jacksonville Jaguars' Jarrian Jones in what head coach Nick Sirianni says was the best play he has ever seen.

Slot lauds 'special' Xabi Alonso ahead of UCL game

Arne Slot has called Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso a "special manager" ahead of Liverpool's Champions League clash against the German champions on Tuesday.

Sports - ESPN - Yesterday

Pulisic helps Milan to 'special' win at Real Madrid

Christian Pulisic hailed AC Milan's win at the home of Champions League holders Real Madrid as a "really special night" after the United States star helped set the Italian side on the path to a ...

Sports - ESPN - 5 hours ago

Special Edition: What a Trump Victory Means

Plus, what to expect from his foreign policy.

World - The New York Times - 5 hours ago

Mike Tomlin on huge crowd of Steelers fans in Las Vegas: "It was special to be part of"

Steelers fans took over the Raiders' home stadium in Las Vegas on Sunday, with so many of them in attendance that it often sounded like a Steelers home game.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 14

Zoe Saldaña on new physical extremes in "Special Ops: Lioness" season 2

Zoe Saldaña discusses taking on more physically demanding scenes in season 2 of "Special Ops: Lioness," revealing how she pushes herself to new limits.

Brian Williams to Host Live Election-Night Special on Amazon Prime Video

The one-night special marks the streaming service’s first foray into original live-news programming.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 17

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