Voice of America journalists have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging that the decision to put nearly 900 employees on leave and freeze funding was unlawful and unconstitutional. The lawsuit claims violations of First Amendment rights and usurping of Congress’s control over federal funding. The lead plaintiffs include former White House bureau chief Patsy Widakuswara and press freedom editor Jessica Jerreat. The lawsuit seeks immediate reinstatement of all employees and contractors and points to regulations meant to protect the network’s professionalism from political interference. The lawsuit is supported by unions, advocacy groups, and press rights organizations.
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Houston Marine veteran says neighbor shouted racial slurs, tried to run him over
A 64-year-old Houston man, Jesse Ruffer, faces second-degree felony charges for allegedly attempting to run over his neighbor, Blaine McShaw, while shouting racial slurs. Ruffer, who has a prior arrest warrant for a terroristic threat, was granted a $20,000 bond with conditions after a bail hearing, and if convicted, he could face up to 20 years in prison. Need More Context? 🔎
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