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Dobbs
personThe Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in favor of the state of Mississippi in the Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health Organization case. That effectively struck down the court's landmark 1973 Roe ruling that provided a constitutional right to abortion nationwide. Michigan retains a pre-Roe abortion ban law enacted in 1931 on its books.
Wade
personIn a 6-3 ruling, the Supreme Court effectively overturned the right to a legal abortion established by Roe v. Wade in 1973. The ruling removed any constitutional restriction on laws banning abortion procedures. At least 26 states are certain or likely to ban abortion as a result of the decision, according to a study.
Paolo Banchero
personBanchero received a loud ovation inside Barclays Center, where Duke lost in the ACC Tournament final. The 19-year-old averaged 17.2 points, 7.8 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.1 steals in his only season at Duke.
The U.S. Supreme Court
organizationJustices Stephen Breyer, Elena Kagan and Sonia Sotomayor predicted that by tossing aside Roe and Casey, the majority was aiming “a loaded weapon” at the Supreme Court’s legitimacy. The decision opens the way for states to restrict or outright ban the medical procedure.
Labour
organizationLabour snatched back Wakefield in the Red Wall. Lib Dems overturned a huge 24,000 Tory majority in Tiverton and Honiton. Voters gave the PM a bloody nose.
Juul
organizationThe FDA ordered Juul brand e-cigarettes to be taken off the market. Decision comes nearly two years after the company submitted its application to the FDA. Retailers will also be prohibited from stocking Juul products.
Ghislaine Maxwell
personProsecutors call Ghislaine Maxwell's conduct "shockingly predatory" U.S. Circuit Judge Alison Nathan will sentence the British socialite on June 28. Maxwell, 60, was convicted in December by a federal jury on five charges, including sex trafficking.
Pete Arredondo
personPete Arredondo, the police chief for the Uvalde school district, has been placed on leave. The move comes amid outrage that officers did not intervene sooner to stop the shooter. 19 children and two teachers were killed in the May 24 attack.
Anita Alvarez
personAnita Alvarez, 25, was competing in the women’s solo free event in Budapest. She sank to the bottom of the pool before being rescued by her coach. Andrea Fuentes, 39, is the most decorated swimmer in the history of the Spanish national team.
FDA
organizationFDA bans Juul products from US market in blow to e-cigarette maker. FDA recently announced a forthcoming ban on menthol in cigarettes. The agency is also finalizing rules to reduce nicotine in cigarettes to trace amounts.
Anita Alvarez
personUS swimmer Anita Alvarez fainted while competing in the women's synchronized solo free event of the World Aquatics Championships. She was pulled out of the water by her coach Andrea Fuentes in the Hungarian capital. Alvarez regained consciousness soon after being rescued and is recovering well.
Kathy Hochul
personJustices Stephen Breyer, Sonia Sotomayor and Elena Kagan dissented. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has said she intends to call a special session of the state legislature. Democrats warn the ruling will lead to more guns, and more violence.
the Justice Department
organizationFederal investigators searched the home of Jeff Clark, a former top Justice Department official in the Trump administration. Clark emerged as a top DOJ official willing to assist President Donald Trump as he pressured the Justice Department to back his baseless claims of voter fraud. The search of Clark's home came on the eve of a congressional hearing that is expected to highlight the effort by Trump and his allies.
Jeffrey Clark
personFormer White House lawyer Eric Herschmann said he told a Trump loyalist that his plan was illegal and he would be 'committing a felony' Jeffrey Clark pushed the DOJ to more firmly back Trump’s evidence-free voter fraud allegations.
Andrew Gillum
personAndrew Gillum, 42, is facing numerous criminal charges along with his associate, Sharon Janet Lettman-Hicks, 53. Charged for raising funds fraudulently from "various entities" between 2016 and 2019. Allegedly used some of the money to enrich a company run by Mr Gillum's mentor.
NFL
organizationHouse Oversight Committee will subpoena Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder for deposition next week. Former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores and two other coaches in February sued the league and its 32 teams. The NFL has denied the claims and said its teams were committed to ensuring fair employment practices.
Jerome Powell
personPresident Joe Biden continues to bemoan his inability to stem the inflationary tide. Jerome Powell said the central bank will keep raising interest rates to tame inflation. Powell conceded that a US recession was ‘certainly a possibility’
Bill Cosby
personJudy Huth, now 64, accused Bill Cosby of sexually abusing her in 1975. The former actor was released from prison last year after being convicted of another sexual assault case. Huth's lawsuit states she suffered psychological damage from Cosby's abuse. Cosby’s spokesperson said Tuesday that he plans to appeal the latest decision.
Mick Lynch
personMajor stations around the country are closed until 7.30am. Entire regions - such as Cornwall and Dorset - have been completely cut off. Uber and Bolt apps are also down this morning, with users unable to make a booking. 40,000 members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union at Network Rail and 13 train operators will walk out on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
RMT
organization40,000 members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union at Network Rail and 13 train operators have walked out. Only a fifth of trains are running, half of lines are closed and the entire rail network will close at 6.30pm. Union rejected a 3 per cent ‘no strings’ pay rise for staff with a 1 per cent uplift based on productivity gains.