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Supreme Court: Why it’s difficult to rein in ethics rules for justices

The Supreme Court’s Elusive Challenge: Unraveling Ethics Rules for Justices

Editor’s Note: This story originally published on April 29, 2023. It has been updated to reflect new developments. CNN  —  The latest ProPublica report detailing Clarence Thomas’ lavish lifestyle is sure to reignite calls for greater oversight of the Supreme Court, but don’t bet on reform happening anytime soon. That’s because there’s insufficient appetite in

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Survivor stories: Victims of Maui wildfires tell of watching Lahaina burn down

Incredible Testimonies: Witness Accounts of Lahaina’s Terrifying Maui Wildfires

CNN  —  The day began windier than usual in Lahaina, a Hawaiian sunrise painting the sky enchanting colors, a powerful breeze carrying the salty scent of the North Pacific Ocean inland. The fire that had started on the mountain early that morning had crept a little closer to their storied Maui neighborhood. But it still

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Ukraine: Volodymyr Zelensky says officials in charge of military recruitment offices dismissed amid corruption scandal

Ukraine’s President Zelensky Takes Decisive Action Against Corruption in Military Recruitment Offices

CNN  —  Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed all officials in charge of regional military recruitment centers amid a widespread corruption scandal. A scandal linked to the procurement of war-time supplies had already led to Zelensky firing a slew of senior Ukrainian officials at the start of the year, and prompted Ukraine’s deputy defense minister

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UK economy: GDP records surprise growth. It may not last

Surprising Growth Recorded in UK Economy – But Will it Endure?

London CNN  —  The UK economy grew slightly in the three months to June 30, driven by strong rises in manufacturing and consumer and government spending. Gross domestic product increased 0.2% compared with the previous quarter, the Office for National Statistics said Friday, beating economists’ forecasts for zero growth. In the first quarter, output ticked

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Special counsel wants Trump election subversion case to begin on January 2, 2024

Mark Your Calendars: Special Counsel Sets Start Date for Trump Election Subversion Case

CNN  —  Federal prosecutors who’ve brought the 2020 election interference criminal case against Donald Trump are seeking to start to the trial on January 2, 2024, days before the anniversary of the attack on the US Capitol and the Iowa caucuses. The special counsel’s office said in a filing Thursday that its presentation of evidence

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Biden asks Congress for $24 billion in more Ukraine assistance

Biden’s Bold Move: Urges Congress to Allocate $24 Billion for Ukraine Aid

CNN  —  President Joe Biden is asking Congress for more than $24 billion for Ukraine and other international needs as he works to sustain support for the war amid signs of softening support among Americans. The request – which includes more than $13 billion in security assistance and $7.3 billion for economic and humanitarian assistance

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Justice Clarence Thomas enjoyed more vacations, private flights and perks thanks to wealthy friends, new ProPublica report details

Exclusive Report: Justice Clarence Thomas’ Extravagant Vacations and Private Flights Funded by Wealthy Friends, Unveils ProPublica

CNN  —  The lifestyle Justice Clarence Thomas has enjoyed over the last three decades bankrolled by gifts and hospitality from his wealthy friends is more extensive than previously known, according to a new ProPublica report, and has included numerous flights on private planes, skybox tickets to sporting events, stays at luxury resorts, and a standing

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Trump and one co-defendant plead not guilty to latest charges in classified docs case; another arraignment is postponed

Trump and Co-Defendant Enter Not Guilty Pleas in Classified Docs Case – Plus, a Postponed Arraignment

Ft. Pierce, Florida CNN  —  Donald Trump’s body-man Walt Nauta pleaded not guilty to new criminal charges brought by special counsel Jack Smith in the Mar-a-Lago classified documents case, while the arraignment for his co-defendant Carlos De Oliveira has been postponed because he still doesn’t have a Florida lawyer. De Oliveira, the property manager at

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