Trump’s attorney asks judges to move appeal of NY hush money conviction to federal court

Protests in Los Angeles against immigration raids, ongoing for a week, have led to a significant law enforcement presence, including local police and federal agencies, with active-duty military involvement ordered by President Trump. Despite a federal judge blocking the deployment, around 4,000 troops are in the area, and various law enforcement agencies have been engaged in crowd control and immigration enforcement operations. More Context

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, recently returned to the U.S. after being detained in El Salvador, is set to be arraigned in Tennessee on human smuggling charges, following a complex legal battle over his deportation linked to alleged MS-13 gang ties. Federal prosecutors seek pre-trial detention, citing flight risk and potential witness intimidation, while his attorneys dispute these claims, arguing he poses no risk of flight or obstruction. More Context

A 9-year-old girl, Leah Lendel, was severely injured in a shark attack while snorkeling off the Florida Gulf Coast, nearly losing her hand. After being rescued and receiving first aid from nearby construction workers, she was airlifted to Tampa General Hospital for extensive surgery; her family's current condition is unclear, and they request privacy. More Context

As the U.S. faces an affordability crisis, CBS Evening News highlights the struggles of Americans like teacher Michelle Boisjoli, police officer Anthony Bartolini, and 70-year-old widow Olivia Moreno Carlson, each grappling with rising costs and stagnant wages. A CBS News poll reveals that two out of three Americans are financially stressed, with many resorting to second jobs and facing challenges in achieving homeownership. More Context

The average age of mothers giving birth in the U.S. has risen to nearly 30 years in 2023, increasing from 28.7 in 2016, with first-time moms averaging 27.5 years. Contributing factors include changing social values, advancements in fertility technology, rising child-rearing costs, and a decline in teen pregnancies, which fell from 11.8% to 8.7% during the same period. More Context

Federal prosecutors are urging a court to deny Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan's request to dismiss her obstruction case, asserting she cannot claim judicial immunity after allegedly concealing a defendant to obstruct his arrest by immigration authorities. Dugan, arrested by the FBI, has pleaded not guilty, with her trial scheduled for July 21, and her attorneys arguing that the prosecution violates her judicial immunity rights. More Context