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Government Overreach

Stories tagged “Government Overreach.”

3 stories

Aug 1·theatlantic.com

How the Reflecting Pool Vandalism Case Fell Apart

The case against David Hearn, accused of vandalizing the Reflecting Pool, has been dropped due to evidence of a botched installation. Prosecutors found that damage was consistent around the pool, not typical of vandalism.

Jul 21·cbsnews.com

Supreme Court will review Alaska's bid to seize pilot's plane over 6-pack of beer

The Supreme Court agreed to review an Alaska bush pilot's claims that state authorities tried to seize his plane after a passenger brought a six-pack of beer on a flight to a dry village.

Jul 18·theguardian.com

Burnham to scrap Starmer’s digital ID scheme in ‘reset of priorities’

Incoming Labour leader Andy Burnham plans to scrap Keir Starmer's digital ID scheme, redirecting resources to help with the cost of living. The decision comes after a petition opposing the scheme attracted 3 million signatures.

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