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The President is a Murderer? No Problem!

OLD GOATS with Jonathan Alter • 864 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal Proceedings
  1. A three-judge panel heard oral arguments about Trump's immunity from prosecution, revealing potential weaknesses in his legal arguments.
  2. The jurisdictional issue over Trump's immunity appeal could complicate the case and delay the legal process.
  3. If Trump loses with the three-judge panel, he may seek an en banc review, potentially further delaying the case and involving the Supreme Court.
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Protecting the judges

A Lawyer Writes • 491 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal Proceedings
  1. Judges are being targeted and their safety needs to be a priority.
  2. Harassment against judges can lead to serious consequences, including lengthy prison sentences.
  3. It's important for the public to be aware of the risks judges face and the legal repercussions for harassing them.

My Letter to Judge Berman re: United States of America v. Jeffrey Epstein

Michael Tracey • 76 implied HN points • 06 Dec 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal Proceedings
  1. The Epstein Files Transparency Act pushes for full public access to records about Jeffrey Epstein and his associates. This is important because many believe transparency can help prevent similar abuses in the future.
  2. Some lawyers representing alleged victims are trying to limit what can be disclosed, arguing it protects the identity of victims. However, there's a concern that this could prevent important information from being shared with the public.
  3. There’s a debate on whether self-identified victims should be given the power to block disclosures about records. Many feel that the needs of the public to know should come first, especially in high-profile cases like this.

PROOF EXCLUSIVE: The Timeline of Pro-Trump January 6 Pipe Bomber’s 21 Bomb-Component Purchases Reveals An Unmistakable Pattern

Proof • 54 implied HN points • 06 Dec 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal Proceedings
  1. A former federal criminal investigator has revealed previously unseen details about Brian Cole and his actions around January 6.
  2. A timeline of 21 purchases for bomb components reveals a clear, repeating pattern in what and when items were bought, which points toward a planned effort to build explosives.
  3. That buying pattern undermines official claims that Cole’s motive remains unclear and suggests investigators missed or downplayed key evidence.

Bowling with Bowe Bergdahl on Bragg

The Hunt for Tom Clancy • 275 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Legal Proceedings
  1. The event took place on the day before a pre-trial hearing at Fort Bragg for the Bowe Bergdahl trial.
  2. There was a festive atmosphere at Fort Bragg, with paratroopers, families, and press attending a Christmas/holiday concert.
  3. Significant costs were incurred for the legal proceedings of Bergdahl's case, estimated to be in the millions of dollars.

Can you hear me now? Fatal flaws with public safety radios

School Shooting Data Analysis and Reports • 19 implied HN points • 28 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal Proceedings
  1. Former Broward County Deputy Scot Peterson is on trial for felony child neglect due to his failure to engage a school shooter, marking the first criminal charge for failure to act during a school attack in the US.
  2. Radio system failures pose significant challenges for public safety agencies, affecting communication during critical incidents despite billions spent on system improvements after 9/11.
  3. Motorola dominates emergency telecommunications in the US due to noncompetitive contracts, potentially hindering effective radio system upgrades and leading to incidents with deadly consequences.

How Nigeria Elected a Criminal as Its President: Part III

Aaron Greenspan • 36 implied HN points • 15 Dec 23
📰 News Legal Proceedings
  1. The author visited the National Archives in Chicago to scan court documents related to a criminal case from 1992.
  2. The documents revealed interesting details about the FBI investigation and the involvement of individuals like Bola Tinubu.
  3. The author also visited the federal building in downtown Chicago to access original scans of court documents related to Bola Tinubu's civil forfeiture case.

Top 8 Things to Know About Incorporating in Delaware

SaaS Start Up Guide • 1 HN point • 05 Apr 24
💼 Business Legal Proceedings
  1. Incorporating in Delaware comes with exclusive tax benefits like no corporate income tax or sales tax, which can save businesses significant money compared to other states.
  2. Delaware offers a greater privacy shield for business owners by keeping owner information private, making it a suitable choice for those who value anonymity.
  3. The incorporation process in Delaware is simple and quick, with same-day filings being normal, making it a convenient option for business owners looking to establish their companies efficiently.