Michael Caruso, a Florida clerk of courts appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis, was arrested on August 18, 2026, on charges of child sexual abuse, including kidnapping and molestation. He has been suspended from his position and is being held without bail. The allegations involve multiple incidents of inappropriate behavior with a relative under five years old.
Rep. Jared Moskowitz won the Democratic primary in Florida against challenger Oliver Larkin, who was supported by the Democratic Socialists of America. The primary results indicate Moskowitz's continued bid for a third term in a competitive House seat.
Median Strategies has closed after acknowledging that its polls on the Los Angeles mayoral race and Wisconsin gubernatorial primary were fake. The firm described its work as a social experiment to analyze the spread of polling information without verification, and it emphasized that it had no affiliations with any political candidates or organizations.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has filed a lawsuit seeking the extradition of an ICE agent from Texas. The agent is accused of lying about a nonfatal shooting, prompting the legal action to ensure the agent's transfer for prosecution in Minnesota.
ABC has initiated legal action against the FCC, alleging that the agency is engaging in censorship that violates the network's free speech rights. The lawsuit claims that the FCC has threatened to revoke broadcast licenses as a form of intimidation.
A federal trial against Meta began on August 18, 2026, as four states argue that the company's social media platforms harm children. Meanwhile, recovery efforts continue in Hawaii after Hurricane Lala, and President Trump confirmed that there are no ongoing talks with Iran.
A fake poll claiming that Karen Bass is leading in the L.A. mayoral race has raised concerns about the reliability of public opinion surveys. This situation is part of a broader trend of low-quality polling that has misrepresented outcomes in key races.
Michael Allen Caruso, a former Florida lawmaker and ally of Governor Ron DeSantis, was arrested on August 18, 2026, on charges of kidnapping and molesting a child. Caruso, 67, has faced previous allegations of child abuse and was suspended from his role as Palm Beach County’s clerk of courts following his arrest.
Mike Caruso, the Palm Beach County clerk of courts appointed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, was arrested on charges of child sexual abuse involving one of his grandchildren. He faces multiple felony charges and is currently held without bail. DeSantis has suspended Caruso from his position following the arrest.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has filed a lawsuit against Texas Governor Greg Abbott to compel the extradition of ICE agent Christian Castro, who is charged with wounding a man during an operation in Minneapolis. The lawsuit highlights ongoing jurisdictional disputes between state and federal authorities regarding the prosecution of federal officers. Abbott has not indicated plans to respond to the extradition request, citing ongoing investigations in Minnesota.
ABC has initiated a lawsuit against the FCC, claiming that the agency's early review of its broadcast licenses threatens its First Amendment rights. The lawsuit seeks to stop the review process, which ABC argues is retaliatory and could have broader implications for media freedom. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr defended the agency's actions, stating that broadcasters must operate in the public interest.
Disney has filed a lawsuit against the FCC, contesting the agency's decision to require early renewal of broadcast licenses for ABC's television stations. The lawsuit claims that this action is a violation of free speech and politically motivated. The FCC maintains that it is acting in the public interest and has been investigating Disney for potential discrimination.
The Trump administration has been deporting Mexican migrants to Guatemala and Honduras, rather than returning them to Mexico, according to DHS officials. The Mexican government has opposed this practice, stating it accepts the return of its nationals and rejects deportations to third countries. Experts suggest this strategy is intended to deter illegal immigration.
Alaska voters will consider a ballot measure designed to limit the impact of large financial contributions in elections. This measure is part of a larger national dialogue about the influence of money in politics, particularly in light of a recent Supreme Court decision regarding campaign finance.
William Frances Silvia was executed in Florida on Tuesday, marking the state's 13th execution in 2026. The US Supreme Court declined to intervene in the case. Silvia was convicted for the murder of his estranged wife and the wounding of his mother-in-law.
Experts have raised alarms about the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), citing severe staffing and funding cuts that threaten its operations. Health policy experts suggest the agency's future is uncertain, particularly if the Trump administration continues.
President Trump has decided to scale back joint military exercises with South Korea, attributing this change to cost concerns, his relationship with North Korea, and South Korea's stance on the Iran conflict. This move is seen as part of Trump's transactional approach to alliances.
A report from Open The Books reveals that despite significant federal spending on housing programs, homeownership has become increasingly unaffordable in the U.S. over the last decade. The analysis found that home prices have consistently outpaced median household incomes across all states, leading to a widening affordability gap. The Department of Housing and Urban Development responded by emphasizing its efforts to reduce regulations and support local solutions.
A whistleblower has alleged that investigations into antisemitism at major universities were motivated by political pressure. The complaint claims that these actions were intended to coerce the institutions into making politically beneficial agreements.
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