Trump indicted over efforts to overturn 2020 election
The Justice Department charged former President Donald Trump on four counts for plotting to overturn the 2020 election and delay certification as the Capitol riot unfolded. The indictment cites lies about the results, pressure on Pence, and efforts to obstruct the official proceeding, with possible co-conspirators named and ongoing court dates set in Washington.
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Fitch downgrades U.S. credit rating to AA from AAA
Fitch Ratings cut the U.S. government's credit rating by one notch to AA from AAA citing rising debt and governance deterioration. The move, only the second downgrade in history, risks higher borrowing costs. S&P did so in 2011. The change comes amid polarized politics and spending debates.
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Evacuation flights under way as Niger coup widens regional concern
France Italy and Spain announced evacuations for their citizens and other Europeans from Niger after mutinous soldiers ousted the president and closed borders. About 600 French nationals and 400 others seek to depart as 600+ evacuees are flown out, with officials aiming to complete flights today amid space closures and coordinated efforts with the regime that toppled the leader. In Baltimore, a separate case, a settlement was reached between the Lacks family and Thermo Fisher Scientific over HeLa cell royalties, ending decades of dispute over the use of Henrietta Lacks cells in medical research.
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Downtown project wins 15 year tax rebate in 3-2 vote
Incentives commissioners approved a 15 year 65 percent property tax rebate for a downtown redevelopment project amid promises of 21 new jobs and $50 000 to $120 000 salaries. Mayor Larsen and Commissioner Shipley opposed citing maintenance concerns and conflicts with Doug Compton entities. The package requires county and school board approval and includes an $80 000 sales tax exemption. A separate change limits public removal of consent agenda items.
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