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New Political Maps in Georgia Approved by US Judge – JURIST

TL/DR - A federal judge in Georgia has approved the state's new political maps, despite accusations that the maps decrease the political power of the state's black voters and violate the Voting Rights Act. The judge ruled that the state's Republican-controlled legislature had adhered to an order to create additional districts with black…

Residents of East Palestine Continue to Await Biden’s Visit

TL/DR - Residents of East Palestine, Ohio continue to wait for President Biden to visit their community, which was impacted by a train derailment and toxic chemical spill in February. While the White House maintains that a visit is planned when it is most helpful for the community, locals have expressed feelings of neglect, as the situation has…

Gov. Katie Hobbs Execution Rumor Believed by Voters

TL/DR - False reports on the website realrawnews.com claimed that Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs had been executed for treason, conspiracy to commit murder, and election fraud. Despite the site having a disclaimer stating it contains humor, parody, and satire, many who read it believe these articles to be true. This article underscores the…

Defamation Lawsuit Puts Kari Lake in Hot Water

TL/DR - Kari Lake, the former Republican candidate for governor of Arizona, has been ruled by a judge to not possess a First Amendment right to label Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer a criminal. She must now substantiate her allegations that he intentionally sabotaged the 2022 election to avoid a multimillion-dollar defamation penalty. The…