A federal judge in Washington blocked the Trump administration from removing the top official at a federal watchdog agency, granting a permanent injunction in favor of Hampton Dellinger to remain as head of the Office of Special Counsel. Judge Amy Berman Jackson emphasized the agency’s role in protecting whistle-blowers and the need for cause stipulated under the law for removal, preventing interference with Dellinger’s work. The administration plans to appeal the ruling, potentially leading to a Supreme Court decision after a temporary block was previously upheld.
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Federal prosecutors to seek death penalty for accused CEO killer Luigi Mangione
Hours before his arraignment, federal prosecutors indicated they would seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione if convicted of murdering United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, highlighting his intent to incite political resistance against the industry. Mangione is expected to plead not guilty to a four-count indictment, including murder via firearm. Prosecutors argued that his actions were designed to amplify an ideological message, while defense attorneys condemned the death penalty pursuit as a "barbaric" political stunt....
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