Nashville mayor resigns amid scandal and plea deal
Nashville Mayor Megan Barry resigns after pleading guilty to felony theft over 10 000 related to an affair with former bodyguard Rob Forrest. Acting mayor will be Vice Mayor David Briley as Barry urges unity and reimbursement to the city. Kellyanne Conway flagged for improper mixing of politics with official duties. White House and officials dispute some findings. A Russian cargo plane crash in Syria killed 39 on board. France moves to raise legal age of consent to 15 following outrage over cases involving 11 year olds.
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Activists Unite in Cities to Resist Immigration Raids
Denver activists and officials confront President Trump's immigration enforcement by warning of ICE raids, staking out courthouses, and offering sanctuary in churches while courts resist the administration. Oakland and San Francisco leaders vow to defend immigrant communities with legal aid and protection against families being separated. The Supreme Court recently granted a temporary victory for young Lee.
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Prison workers mount Three Billboards style cutback protest
Federal prison union officials launch billboard campaign near the Orlando complex to warn that eliminating more than 6000 positions could endanger staff and inmate safety. The Trump administration targets a 14 percent staffing reduction systemwide, though many roles are vacant.
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Merriam Webster Adds Dumpster Fire And Other New Words
The lexicon expands with 850 additions including dumpster fire for chaotic years, glamping, dark chocolate, case sensitive, life hack, hate watch, and mansplain. Cryptocurrency update reflects digital currency. mm hm thanks captures texting culture nuances and usage.
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