On August 24, Judge Amit Mehta rejected former President Donald Trump’s attempt to dismiss a lawsuit in DC that accuses him of selectively prosecuting protesters near the White House. The case alleges that Trump violated the protesters’ First and Fourth Amendment rights by forcibly removing them for a photo-op. Judge Mehta’s decision allows the lawsuit to proceed, highlighting the importance of holding public officials accountable for their actions.
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Exonerated woman awarded $34M after jury finds Las Vegas police fabricated evidence in 2001 killing
Kirstin Lobato, wrongfully convicted of a 2001 killing, was exonerated after serving nearly 16 years in prison. A civil trial jury awarded her over $34 million, finding that Las Vegas police fabricated evidence. Lobato, now 41, expressed relief at the verdict but acknowledged the challenges ahead as she navigates her newfound freedom. Full Article
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