Trump Says Hegseth Is Staying—But an Impeachment Fight Could Be Days Away
President Trump says he intends to keep Pete Hegseth despite mounting pressure after Republicans’ midterm losses. With a Republican-led impeachment push already underway and Democrats preparing to take control of Congress, the Pentagon chief faces a fight that goes beyond his job security.
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Millions for Resettlement, Billions in Fraud Claims: What Minnesota’s Money Trail Actually Shows
A report linking millions in Minnesota refugee resettlement funding to broader fraud scandals raises important questions, but several claims need clarification. Here’s what the money figures mean, how the organizations differ and why separate investigations should not be treated as one proven scheme.
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Halle Berry’s Son Can Testify in Abuse Dispute—But the Judge Set a Crucial Limit
A judge has allowed Halle Berry and Olivier Martinez’s 13-year-old son, Maceo, to testify, but only about the restraining order request. Here’s what the ruling means, how both parents have responded and why it does not resolve the disputed abuse allegations.
CASE #1749
Old Family Posts, New Political Firestorm: What the Abdul El-Sayed Brotherhood Claims Actually Show
Abdul El-Sayed’s denial of Muslim Brotherhood ties has sparked scrutiny of old family posts and political donations. Here’s what the available records establish, why a $200,000 contribution needs clarification, and which accusations go beyond the evidence.
CASE #1579
A Family Resort Stay Ends in Two Deaths—Inside the Metallica Rose Harrison Homicide Case
Metallica Rose Harrison faces two criminal homicide charges after her husband and 3-year-old son were found dead at Pennsylvania’s Great Wolf Lodge. A search of the family’s home has added new evidence to the investigation, but authorities have not publicly established a motive.
CASE #1562
He Won Reelection—Now Rich Schaffer Faces Reported FBI Scrutiny Over Vote-Buying Claims
Rich Schaffer won reelection as Suffolk County Democratic chairman, but reported FBI contacts are bringing new scrutiny to allegations of vote-buying and job-related pressure. Schaffer denies wrongdoing as questions remain about the messages, recordings and whistleblower complaints behind the controversy.
CASE #1613
Nine Children Rescued From Ohio Property—Disturbing Cage and Punishment Allegations Emerge
Nine children ages 1 to 13 have been removed from an Ohio property amid allegations of confinement, hours-long punishments and unsafe living conditions. Jonathan Parr and Jacqueline Coleman face child endangerment charges as investigators examine what happened inside the Etna Township home.
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“Is She Breathing?” Hayden Panettiere’s 911 Call Reveals Desperate Fight to Save Her Life
Newly released Hayden Panettiere 911 audio captures Zach Hickerson’s desperate attempt to save the actress after finding her unresponsive in South Carolina. Here’s what the recording reveals, what the coroner determined and which questions remain as investigators continue examining her accidental overdose death.