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Trump-Pardoned Capitol Rioter 'Cries Victim' After Claiming Nurse Mocked His MAGA Hat During Doctor Visit

Joshua Pruitt, pardoned for his role in the Capitol riot, claims a nurse insulted him over his MAGA hat, sparking debates on political bias and impartiality in healthcare.

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Trump official declines to call January 6 an ‘attack’, describing ‘protests and such’

Don Berthiaume, Trump nominee for inspector general at justice department, pressed by senators amid confirmation

The Guardian - US

'An unexpected story of friendship': Sean Penn to direct police officer drama on January 6 riots

Sean Penn has signed a deal with Warner Bros. to direct a film he's scripted about the deadly attack on the US Capitol on January 6 in 2021.

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Bradley Cooper tipped to star in Sean Penn’s new January 6 Capitol riot film

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Sean Penn Writing and Directing 6 January Capitol Riot Film for Warner Bros. — Bradley Cooper in Talks to Star

Sean Penn will direct a film about a police officer's experience during the 6 January Capitol riot, with Bradley Cooper potentially starring. The film explores themes of heroism and friendship

International Business Times UK

Sean Penn to direct film about Capitol riot hero cop

Sean Penn is to direct a movie about a cop caught up in the January 6 Capitol riots, with the unnamed officer to be played by Bradley Cooper.

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Sean Penn to direct Jan 6 Capitol riot movie with Bradley Cooper in talks to star

The Oscar-winning actor will also write the script for the project

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Maryland Democrats slam crypto, AIPAC-linked spending in race for Hoyer’s seat

Three candidates in next week’s Democratic primary for the seat of retiring Maryland Rep. Steny H. Hoyer have teamed up to criticize the millions of dollars in outside spending flooding into the district. Former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn, businesswoman Quincy Bareebe and former Prince George’s County Executive Rushern Baker…

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Georgia's vote-counting method will soon be banned. Lawmakers will try to find a fix this week

Georgia lawmakers are expected to try to clean up an election mess of their own making when they return to the Capitol this week for a special session

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Trump's allies have another plan to pay 'weaponisation' victims

Former President Trump's allies are now looking at a 1946 law to pay supporters. This comes after a planned "weaponization" fund was dropped. The Federal Tort Claims Act allows claims against the US government. This could include individuals involved in the January 6th Capitol events. Discussions are ongoing to find…

The Economic Times

Jake Lang Back Behind Bars? Pardoned Jan. 6 Rioter Arrested in Latest Controversy

Jake Lang, a pardoned Capitol rioter, has been arrested in Texas, highlighting his ongoing legal issues and sparking renewed debate over his controversial history.

International Business Times UK

College sports bill sparks unusual alliances

A push on Capitol Hill to craft legislation to rein in college sports amid skyrocketing costs and roster upheaval has created strange alliances across both the political and athletic spectrums, as was on display Wednesday at a roundtable hearing to rally support for the Senate’s version. The head football coaches…

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Nancy Mace Suffers Crushing Defeat After Ex-Staff Reveal She Wanted To Get 'Punched by Jan. 6 Rioters' for TV Fame

Nancy Mace lost her primary race amid controversies, including her stance on Epstein files and alleged attempts to gain media attention during the Capitol riots.

International Business Times UK

Heavy security in advance of White House 250th festivities

The National Mall is being transformed for almost daily events in the weeks leading up to the nation’s 250th birthday on July 4, with unprecedented security and a request that those planning to participate in some of the main activities register in advance. Events kick off Friday evening near the…

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Trump Calls NBC News 'Fake News' After Reporter Fact-Checked His Jan 6 and Election Fraud Claims

Donald Trump left an NBC interview after a heated exchange with journalist Kristen Welker over his claims about the Capitol riot and election fraud, later calling the news programme 'fake news.'

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Bitter rivalry? At the Congressional Baseball Game, sort of

Democrats are looking to break a five-year losing streak at Wednesday night’s Congressional Baseball Game, hoping a revamped roster will be enough to beat Republicans. But partisan rivalry aside, research suggests the game may boost legislative collaboration. Playing baseball gives legislators the chance to forge bonds outside the halls of…

International Business Times UK

Why Trump Walked Out of 'Meet the Press': The J6 and Election Rigging Exchange That Broke the Interview

Donald Trump abruptly ended his Meet the Press interview after being challenged on his claims about the 2020 election and January 6 Capitol attack, drawing significant online attention.

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Trump refuses to rule out using ‘anti-weaponization’ fund for Capitol rioters who attacked police

US president says ‘I’d pay the kind of money they deserve’ amid questions over his administration establishing fund

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FISA reauthorization stalls in early-morning Senate vote

Senate Republicans early Friday could not muster enough votes to move forward on a long-term reauthorization of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, leaving the key surveillance power, which expires next week, in limbo as both chambers leave the Capitol for the weekend. The Senate voted 47-52 on…

The Guardian - UK

Trump lawyers refuse to reveal financial information to BBC in defamation case

Request for evidence to support claims of reputational and financial harm from Panorama documentary dismissed as ‘fishing expedition’

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Photos of the week | May 29-June 4, 2026

It was a packed week on Capitol Hill, as former Attorney General Pamela Bondi, Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner, Texas Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and legendary football coach Nick Saban all made appearances. However, the absent Rep. Thomas H. Kean Jr., R-N.J. —…

The Economic Times

Trump lawyers deny BBC access to financial details in $10-billion lawsuit, report says

Donald Trump's legal team has refused to share financial details with the BBC. This comes amid Trump's $10 billion defamation case against the broadcaster. He accuses the BBC of distorting his speech about the January 6 Capitol events.

International Business Times UK

GOP Mutiny: Senate Republicans Move To Kill Trump's $1.8 Billion Fund That Could Pay Jan. 6 Rioters

Republican Senators Thom Tillis and Bill Cassidy oppose Trump's 'Anti-Weaponisation Fund', proposing amendments to redirect funds amidst GOP's immigration bill discussions.

The Independent UK

Man convicted in Jan. 6 riot at US Capitol has a job at the Pentagon

The Trump administration has given a man convicted in the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol a job in the Pentagon’s policy office

Latin Times

Jill Biden Details Awkward Ride With Melania During Trump Inauguration, Says She 'Kept Trying to Switch the Topic to the Weather'

The former first lady recounted a "stone-faced" ride from the White House to the Capitol following the traditional pre-inauguration tea

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