Palmetto State challenges DOE plutonium case in federal court
Randy Lowell for South Carolina argued federal jurisdiction lacks basis and the law's language is unambiguous. He said the act aims to remove plutonium and incentives push DOE to comply, including halting shipments until current stock at SRS is addressed. Spencer Amdur for the federal government urged dismissal and urged separate consideration of two claims seeking removal and monetary penalties.
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DOE plutonium plan disputed in South Carolina court
Judge J Michelle Childs heard arguments over DOE plans to remove 6 metric tons of plutonium from the state and whether to dismiss based on the record of decision released in April. Attorneys sparred over downblending at SRS and national security concerns amid DOE project history. Gardiner reports from SRS.
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New trial granted for Adnan Syed in Serial case
Baltimore judge orders a new trial for Adnan Syed after finding his defense attorney provided ineffective assistance by failing to adequately challenge cell tower evidence tying him to the murder. The ruling notes Syed did not knowingly waive this issue and cites standard of professional judgment.
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Myers Named in Harvard Project on Fair Punishment
The Fair Punishment Project at Harvard law schools cites Donnie Myers of the 11th Circuit as the only prosecutor still in office among five named. the report notes 39 death sentences, misconduct in 18 capital cases, and controversial tactics including a staged funeral and wiretaps. It criticizes racial bias in death penalty applications and calls for accountability in the U.S. justice system.
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SC Farm Aid grants aid flood-hit farmers in state
The SCDA outlines eligibility for one-time Farm Aid grants up to 20 percent of total loss with a $100 000 cap per individual or entity. Applicants must provide farm numbers, affidavits, and W-9 or vendor registrations, plus evidence of continuing farming. Regional workshops and online resources are available via agriculture sc gov.
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