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Paramount Settles Trump Lawsuit for $16 Million, Future 60 Minutes Transcripts to Be Released

Paramount Settles Trump Lawsuit for $16 Million, Future 60 Minutes Transcripts to Be Released

Paramount Settles Trump Lawsuit for $16 Million, Future 60 Minutes Transcripts to Be Released Paramount has agreed to pay $16 million to settle a lawsuit brought by former President Donald Trump concerning the editing of a CBS “60 Minutes” interview with then-Vice President Kamala Harris. The settlement, which directs funds to Trump’s future presidential library and includes no apology, concludes a high-profile case that raised questions about free-speech principles and corporate dealings with the Trump administration. The media giant, which…

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Columbia University Activist Mahmoud Khalil Released on Bail After Three Months in Immigration Detention

Columbia University Activist Mahmoud Khalil Released on Bail After Three Months in Immigration Detention

Columbia University Activist Mahmoud Khalil Released on Bail After Three Months in Immigration Detention Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University activist and legal permanent resident, was released from immigration detention on Friday, July 28, 2023, after more than three months in custody. His release followed a federal judge’s order in the U.S. District Court for New Jersey. Khalil, a 30-year-old Algerian citizen married to a U.S. citizen, was arrested on March 8, 2023, at his New York apartment by Immigration and…

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Columbia University Student Mahmoud Khalil Released from Immigration Detention

Columbia University Student Mahmoud Khalil Released from Immigration Detention

Columbia University Student Mahmoud Khalil Released from Immigration Detention Mahmoud Khalil, a 30-year-old lawful permanent resident and Columbia University graduate student, was released from immigration detention on June 20, 2024, following a federal judge’s order. The release came after a legal battle stemming from his arrest on March 8, 2024, at his Manhattan apartment by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Khalil’s detention was initiated following Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s determination that Khalil’s pro-Palestinian activism threatened U.S. foreign policy…

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Florida’s New Ballot Initiative Law: A Deep Dive into the GOP’s Defense and Legal Challenges

Florida’s New Ballot Initiative Law: A Deep Dive into the GOP’s Defense and Legal Challenges

Florida’s New Ballot Initiative Law: A Deep Dive into the GOP’s Defense and Legal Challenges A recent federal court decision allows the Republican Party of Florida (RPOF) to intervene in a lawsuit challenging a new state law that significantly alters the ballot initiative process. This law, passed by the Republican-controlled legislature and signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, introduces stricter regulations on citizen-led constitutional amendments, sparking considerable controversy and legal action. The lawsuit, filed by Florida Decides Healthcare, a political committee…

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Victory (For Now): Mahmoud Khalil’s Fight for Freedom

Victory (For Now): Mahmoud Khalil’s Fight for Freedom

Victory (For Now): Mahmoud Khalil’s Fight for Freedom Hey friend, you won’t believe this! Remember Mahmoud Khalil, the Columbia University student arrested and detained by ICE for over two months? The guy who was facing deportation simply for participating in pro-Palestinian protests? Well, there’s been a major development. A federal judge has ordered his release! This is a huge win for Mahmoud and a significant blow against the Trump administration’s attempts to silence dissent. The government has 40 hours to…

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