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09/06/2026 · Antrim County

Supreme Court to Reconsider Jury Size Requirement

The Supreme Court will address whether the Sixth Amendment requires a 12-person jury, a question central to the upcoming Kian v. Florida case. This review could overturn a half-century-old ruling that permitted states to use smaller juries in criminal trials.

09/05/2026

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ICE Proposes Legal Insurance for Local Officers in Immigration Arrests

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement introduces a plan to offer legal insurance to local police officers. The initiative seeks to protect officers from potential financial liabilities arising from on-duty misconduct allegations during immigration arrests.

09/05/2026

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U.S.-Iran Diplomatic Window Closes as Trump Comments on Allies, Military Exercises

A 60-day diplomatic window aimed at resolving the conflict with Iran has concluded. President Trump made statements regarding allies and military exercises during this period. Discussions occurred on the status of the conflict and potential next steps.

09/05/2026

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President Trump Issues New Orders on Citizenship Status

President Donald Trump signed new orders related to the automatic guarantee of U.S. citizenship for individuals born within the nation's borders. These actions come weeks after a Supreme Court ruling addressed a previous administration effort on the same subject.

09/05/2026

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Private Prison Companies Report Increased Revenue Amid Rising Immigration Detentions

Private prison companies have reported substantial revenues, including over $1.4 billion from operations. This financial reporting occurs as immigration detention numbers increase across the United States. One company also sold four facilities to the Department of Homeland Security for $1.6 billion.

09/05/2026

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Blanche Confirmed as Attorney General; Iran-Oman Strait Deal Remains Unresolved

Todd Blanche has secured confirmation as the U.S. Attorney General. Simultaneously, a proposed agreement between Iran and Oman concerning the Strait of Hormuz has not yet finalized.

09/05/2026