Supreme Court voids ban on political apparel at polls
The court 7-2 struck down Minnesota 1912 law barring clothing badges and insignia with political messages at polling sites for undefined political terms. It allows states to set limited restrictions to curb election related discord while preserving First Amendment free speech.
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New York Court rebuffs Trump bid to halt defamation suit
The New York Court of Appeals rejected President Trump’s attempt to stop the defamation case brought by Summer Zervos, a former Apprentice contestant, the same day the attorney general accused him of illegal conduct at his charity. The ruling keeps the case alive with depositions possible after a judge set a January deadline for Zervos and Trump to be deposed.
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AT&T closes Time Warner deal after antitrust review
AT&T Inc, the No 2 wireless carrier, completed its 85 billion dollar acquisition of Time Warner after reaching a regulatory agreement. The Justice Department sued but a judge allowed the deal to proceed with temporary management separation for Turner networks and price and staff controls through February 28, 2019 or until a case ends or appeals conclude.
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Michigan tightens lead rules after Flint crisis
Michigan adopted the strictest U.S. water standards to limit lead in drinking water, Gov. Rick Snyder said state rules exceed federal levels. Flint, under emergency management since 2011, switched to the Flint River in 2014, worsening lead exposure and health issues.
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Lawsuit challenges Texas abortion law across state rules
Whole Woman's Health Alliance and six abortion service nonprofits filed a federal suit in Austin challenging Texas licensing, parental notification, waiting period, ultrasound and other requirements as unconstitutional. They name Attorney General Ken Paxton and Health Services Commissioner John Hellerstedt seeking to block enforcement.
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Two plead not guilty in swatting death case
Two men pleaded not guilty in a Kansas federal court after allegedly escalating an online gaming dispute into a false emergency report that prompted police to shoot an unarmed man. Shane Gaskill, 19, of Wichita, and Casey Viner, 18, near Cincinnati, pleaded not guilty and remain free on 10000 dollar bonds. Both reportedly live with their parents.
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