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Madigan filed a notice of appeal on July 23. On Nov. 3, the ex-speaker’s attorneys filed a brief arguing that he is entitled to acquittal on all counts of his conviction. #appeal #michaelmadigan

Federal officials portrayed the guilty plea as a significant win in the United States’ ongoing efforts to dismantle the Sinaloa Cartel, long considered one of the most powerful and violent drug trafficking organizations in the world. #guilty #elchapo

Under the terms of the deal, Northwestern will pay the federal government $75 million through 2028 and commit to strict compliance with federal civil rights laws. #settlement #anti-discrimination

In a letter dated Monday, July 28, lawyers from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division also asked for a list of all the election officials in Illinois who were responsible for carrying out federally mandated efforts to keep state’s voter rolls accurate and up to date during a two-year period leading up to the November 2024 elections. #voter

In a filing known as a “statement of interest,” the Justice Department said the government has an interest in the outcome of the lawsuit, although the filing stops short of asking the court for permission to intervene as a party in the case. #lawsuit

The investigation is intended to determine if the city might be engaged in a pattern or practice of discrimination in violation of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. #investigation

"This crime can impact anyone, and it is especially critical that we remain vigilant in protecting vulnerable children and youth from exploitation. #trafficking

Members of the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) shot and killed 19-year-old Christian Hall during a mental health emergency while he was standing with his hands up in the universal stance of surrender.