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The Justice Department has appealed to a federal court to void the seditious conspiracy convictions of Proud Boys and Oath Keepers, including founder Stewart Rhodes, who were imprisoned for their role in the January 6 Capitol attack. Super Typhoon Sinlaku has caused severe damage to U.S. islands in the Pacific with winds above 150 miles per hour. Israeli attacks in Gaza have reportedly resulted in the deaths of at least six people, while Ukraine and Germany announce plans to develop drones and other defense systems as the war with Russia continues.
Federal Court Asked to Dismiss Jan. 6 Convictions, Super Typhoon Sinlaku Batters Pacific Islands, and Israeli Strikes Kill Six in Gaza
In Tuesday’s news, the Justice Department appealed for dismissal of the Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy convictions of Proud Boys and Oath Keepers. The Super Typhoon Sinlaku wreaks havoc on U.S. islands in the Pacific. In Gaza, Israeli strikes claimed six lives. Hampshire College announced closure due to financial issues and dwindling enrollment.
Amna Nawaz: The Justice Department’s appeal to throw out the convictions of Proud Boys and Oath Keepers, including founder Stewart Rhodes, is part of President Trump’s attempt to rewrite the Capitol attack history. Meanwhile, Super Typhoon Sinlaku hammered remote U.S. islands in the Pacific Ocean with winds over 150 miles an hour, causing flash floods and damage.
In the U.S. mainland, communities are recovering from severe storms. In Gaza, Israeli strikes killed six, including a police officer and a child. Around 750 Palestinians have been slain since a fragile ceasefire began last October, Israel reported.
Hader Al-Malahi (through interpreter): The child was a victim of the strike while returning home from a wedding.
Amna Nawaz: The Israeli military has not commented on the strikes. Meanwhile, the leaders of Ukraine and Germany reported working on drone development and other defense systems as Kyiv seeks support in its war with Russia.
Friedrich Merz, German Chancellor (through interpreter): Europe must be involved in any peace process between Ukraine and Russia.
Amna Nawaz: Despite ongoing violence, Ukraine and Russia are progressing towards a peace deal. In Canada, PM Mark Carney pledged to address the cost of living crisis following his Liberal Party’s victory in special elections.
Hampshire College in Massachusetts plans to close due to financial problems and decreasing student numbers. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette was saved from closure by a nonprofit journalism group. Meanwhile, the Dow Jones and Nasdaq saw substantial growth amid hopes of U.S.-Iran negotiations resuming.
Lastly, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced its new inductees, including Phil Collins, Sade, New Order, and Oasis, along with others. The induction ceremony is set for November.
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