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Jimmy Carter to Lie in State in Capitol Starting Tuesday

Former President Jimmy Carter, who once banned the playing of “Hail to the Chief,” will lie in state at the Capitol as part of three days of elaborate ceremonies.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

Republicans hold on to Virginia state Senate seat

Republican Luther Cifers defeated Democrat Jack Trammell in the special election for the state Senate's 10th District on Tuesday, according to Decision Desk HQ, maintaining Republicans’ grip on the ...

The Hill - Jan. 8

Jimmy Carter lying in state at U.S. Capitol

Jimmy Carter is lying in state at the U.S. Capitol ahead of his state funeral on Jan. 9. Scott MacFarlane has more on the late former president's journey from Georgia to Washington, D.C.

CBS News - Jan. 7

First Jan. 6 felony defendant allowed to attend Trump inauguration

A felony defendant in a case related to the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol has been granted permission to travel to Washington this month to attend President-elect Trump’s inauguration, the ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

Free speech legal group to defend Iowa pollster Selzer in Trump lawsuit

The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) announced on Tuesday their decision to represent an Iowa pollster entangled in a lawsuit with President-elect Trump stemming from a ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

A notorious Jan. 6 defendant’s pardon request could end up exposing Trump’s big lie

As millions of Americans greet the beginning of the second Trump presidency with dread or even panic, one group of people is filled with hope that their lives will be transformed for the better.

NBC News - Jan. 7

California sheriff is Trump's blue-state ally

Riverside County, California, Sheriff Chad Bianco says he feels "very good" about President-elect Trump winning the election and calls Democrats' agenda "pro criminal." In the past, Bianco was a ...

NBC News - Jan. 7

Trump co-defendants ask Judge Cannon to block release of Special Counsel report

Lawyers for Walt Nauta and Carlos De Oliveira asked Judge Aileen Cannon to issue an order barring AG Merrick Garland from publicly releasing the report by Jan. 10.

ABC News - Jan. 6

How the Islamic State Radicalizes People Today

A man who pledged allegiance to the terrorist group carried out a deadly attack in New Orleans on New Year’s Day.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Courts in ‘State of Disarray’ on Law Disarming Felons

The Supreme Court has repeatedly ducked Second Amendment challenges to the law. Starkly differing decisions from federal appeals courts last month may change that.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Trump's plans to pardon Jan. 6 defendants remain largely a mystery

WASHINGTON — Four years after supporters of Donald Trump stormed the U.S.

NBC News - Jan. 6

Flyers Agitator & Maple Leafs Defender Have Big Fight

This Flyers forward had a big fight with this Maple Leafs defender.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6

'Difficult in his shoes' - Ancelotti defends Vinicius Jr

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti says it is "difficult" being Vinicius Jr after the winger was sent off during his side's win against Valencia in La Liga, and hopes the Brazilian will not be banned.

BBC News - Jan. 5

Farage defends Musk after grooming gangs posts

The tech billionaire has used his X platform to heavily criticise the UK government and individual ministers.

BBC News - Jan. 5

Forget talk of defending workers, the US visa feud is about the market’s needs

Whether in America or Britain, working-class people only matter when immigration is an issue. On the one side stand Silicon Valley moguls and leaders of corporate America; on the other, ...

The Guardian - Jan. 5

Elena Rybakina defends suspended former coach as WTA investigates claims of misconduct

Stefano Vukov is under investigation by the WTA 2022 Wimbledon champion was ‘never mistreated’ Elena Rybakina, the 2022 Wimbledon champion, has insisted that her former coach Stefano Vukov did ...

The Guardian - Jan. 5

State funeral of Jimmy Carter begins

America's goodbye to its 39th president officially begins today, as the nearly week-long state funeral of Jimmy Carter begins. The funeral will include stops throughout his home state of Georgia, ...

CBS News - Jan. 4

Rybakina defends ex-coach Vukov after suspension

Elena Rybakina says she was never mistreated by her former coach Stefano Vukov, who has been suspended by the WTA.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 4

Zapala scores season-high 15 points as No. 18 Michigan State holds off Ohio State 69-62

Zapala fueled a 12-0 run to build a 14-point lead for the Spartans.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 4

Judge rejects Jan. 6 defendant's request to attend Trump's inauguration

A judge rejected a request from a Jan. 6 defendant to attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration after the man was invited by a former member of Congress, according to a court document.

NBC News - Jan. 4

Chelsea defender Fofana could miss rest of season

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has said France centre-back Wesley Fofana could miss the rest of the season after suffering a torn hamstring.

ESPN - Jan. 3

Elon Musk Trolls Britain and Defends Tommy Robinson in Flurry of Social Media Posts

In a barrage of posts rife with misinformation, he revived questions about a child sex abuse scandal, vilified the prime minister and defended a jailed far-right agitator.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

College Football Playoff: What's next for Georgia, Oregon, Arizona State, Boise State after quarterfinal exits

Looking ahead for the teams that were sent home early in the inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff

CBS Sports - Jan. 3

Streeting defends 2028 timescale for long-term social care plans

The first steps to creating a National Care Service are announced - but critics say the pace of the plan "feels far too long".

BBC News - Jan. 3

Joey Logano embracing role as sport's leader as defending champion

For the third time in seven seasons, Joey Logano bears the honor of being the defending champion of the NASCAR Cup Series. At age 34, Logano is a wily veteran who has been fortunate enough to ...

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3

The Best Team in the Country? It’s Clearly Ohio State.

If the Buckeyes keep playing like this, they will be nearly impossible to beat, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Jimmy Carter's body will lie in state at U.S. Capitol

Memorial services honoring former President Jimmy Carter begin this weekend. His body will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol starting Tuesday following a public viewing in Atlanta, Georgia. CBS ...

CBS News - Jan. 2

Jim Gaffigan defends anti-Trump remarks even if 'true die-hard' MAGA 'never forgive me'

Comedian Jim Gaffigan defended his comments criticizing President-elect Trump, noting that he doesn't regret them even if “true die-hard” MAGA fans can never forgive him. Gaffigan, famously a ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

CFP quarterfinal reactions: Ohio State blows out Oregon & Texas survives Arizona State | College Football Power Hour

Caroline Fenton, Jason Fitz & Adam Breneman react to the thrilling, double-overtime victory for Texas vs. Arizona State and Ohio State’s total thrashing of Oregon.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 2

Does the United States need a debt limit?

The federal debt limit has no practical value. This suggests that ending it would be a good idea. Yet the laws of unintended consequences suggest that there are unforeseen effects that may be worse ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

Musk defends demonetizing critics' content on X

Tech billionaire Elon Musk defended his move to demonetize his critics' content on his social platform X and maintained the decision did not violate free speech. "The first amendment is protection ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

Fears Grow of Islamic State's Re-Emergence in Syria

The group is looking to exploit Syria’s uncertain future to rebuild its influence—half a decade after U.S.-led forces broke its hold on swaths of territory and millions of people.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 2

Lions could have one of their best defenders back vs. Vikings as Detroit looks to lock up NFC North, top seed

Alex Anzalone hasn't played since Week 11

CBS Sports - Jan. 1

Broccoli sold at Walmart recalled in 20 states

Broccoli sold at Walmart stores in 20 states has been recalled. Braga Fresh last week issued a voluntary and precautionary advisory for 12-ounce bags of Marketside Broccoli Florets that may be ...

The Hill - Jan. 1

Penn State Reaches the Playoff Semifinals After Defeating Boise State 31-14

The Nittany Lions will face the winner of Notre Dame-Georgia in the Sugar Bowl.

The New York Times - Jan. 1

Penn State vs. Boise State game TV channel, where to watch, prediction, pick, Fiesta Bowl odds, spread

Everything you need to know as the Nittany Lions and Broncos meet in a College Football Playoff quarterfinal

CBS Sports - Jan. 1

CFP quarterfinal reactions: Penn State advances & G5 officially OUT with Boise State loss | College Football Power Hour

Caroline Fenton, Jason Fitz and Adam Breneman break down Penn State's 31-14 victory vs. Boise State in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 1

Fiesta Bowl score, results: Penn State takes care of business against Boise State to advance to CFP semifinals

Penn State is a win away from the national title game.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 31

Chief Justice John Roberts defends judiciary from 'illegitimate' attacks

In his annual end-of-year report, Roberts said the independence of the judiciary is threatened by threats of violence, harassment, disinformation and defiance of court rulings.

NBC News - Dec. 31

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