Congress Passes Defense Bill with AI Provisions — AI: The Washington ReportLondon, Dec. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pixalate , the global market-leading ad fraud protection, privacy, and compliance analytics platform, today released the Q3 2024 Global Invalid Traffic (IVT) and Ad Fraud Benchmark Report . The report analyzes the invalid traffic (IVT, including ad fraud) rates for programmatic advertising on desktop and mobile websites, mobile apps, and CTV. In addition to the Q3 2024 global report, Pixalate released IVT benchmarks for the U.S., Canada, the UK, France, Spain, Germany, Mexico, Brazil, China, Japan, Singapore, and India. Key Findings: Global CTV traffic had the highest IVT rate (23%) , followed by mobile apps (23%) and web (14%), according to Pixalate’s data CTV IVT rate +44% YoY Mobile App IVT rate +30% YoY Web IVT rate +7% YoY An estimated $1.5B of programmatic mobile app ad spend and $1.4B of programmatic CTV ad spend were lost due to invalid traffic (IVT) and ad fraud, according to Pixalate’s data and estimates Safari had the highest IVT rate for desktop web traffic (30%), compared to 13% for Google Chrome, per Pixalate’s data Google Play Store apps have a 25% IVT rate, compared to Apple App Store apps at 16%, according to Pixalate’s data IVT Benchmarks in Programmatic Advertising in APAC IVT Benchmarks in Programmatic Advertising in EMEA IVT Benchmarks in Programmatic Advertising in LATAM IVT Benchmarks in Programmatic Advertising in North America To compile this research, Pixalate's data science team analyzed 100+ billion global programmatic advertising impressions in Q3 2024. The report benchmarks IVT and ad fraud across these devices and platforms by various criteria, including country, device type, app category, and app-ads.txt files. Pixalate's datasets — used exclusively to derive these insights — consist predominantly of buy-side open auction programmatic traffic sources. Download all of Pixalate’s Ad Fraud Benchmarks Reports Global United States Canada United Kingdom Germany France Spain Mexico Brazil China Japan Singapore India About Pixalate Pixalate is a global platform for privacy compliance, ad fraud prevention, and data intelligence in the digital ad supply chain. Founded in 2012, Pixalate’s platform is trusted by regulators, data researchers, advertisers, publishers, ad tech platforms, and financial analysts across the Connected TV (CTV), mobile app, and website ecosystems. Pixalate is MRC-accredited for the detection and filtration of Sophisticated Invalid Traffic (SIVT). www.pixalate.com Disclaimer The content of this press release, and the Q3 2024 Global Invalid Traffic (IVT) & Ad Fraud Benchmark Report (the "Report"), reflects Pixalate's opinions with respect to factors that Pixalate believes can be useful to the digital media industry. Any data shared is grounded in Pixalate’s proprietary technology and analytics, which Pixalate is continuously evaluating and updating. Any references to outside sources should not be construed as endorsements. Pixalate’s opinions are just that, opinions, which means that they are neither facts nor guarantees. Pixalate is sharing this data not to impugn the standing or reputation of any entity, person or app, but, instead, to report findings and trends pertaining to programmatic advertising activity in the time period studied. Pixalate does not independently verify third-party information. Per the Media Rating Council (MRC) , “‘Invalid Traffic’ is defined generally as traffic that does not meet certain ad serving quality or completeness criteria, or otherwise does not represent legitimate ad traffic that should be included in measurement counts. Among the reasons why ad traffic may be deemed invalid is it is a result of non-human traffic (spiders, bots, etc.), or activity designed to produce fraudulent traffic.” IVT is also sometimes referred to as “ad fraud.” Per the MRC , “'Fraud' is not intended to represent fraud as defined in various laws, statutes and ordinances or as conventionally used in U.S. Court or other legal proceedings, but rather a custom definition strictly for advertising measurement purposes.”EU universal charger rules come into force
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Kentucky will aim to improve upon its best start in seven seasons when it hosts Western Kentucky on Tuesday night in Lexington, Ky., in the final game of the BBN Invitational. The Wildcats (5-0) are ranked No. 8 in the latest Associated Press poll and are setting impressive offensive milestones even for a program as tradition-rich as Kentucky, which includes eight national championships. The Wildcats have scored 97 or more points in their first four home games for the first time in program history and eclipsed the 100-point mark in three of those games. Their lone trip out of state was a solid 77-72 victory over Duke in a matchup of top-10 teams in Atlanta. Kentucky has also made at least 10 three-pointers in each of its first five games of a season for the first time ever. "I think Kentucky attracts good people," Kentucky coach Mark Pope said after the Wildcats' 108-59 win over Jackson State on Friday. "It's the one place in all college basketball where you represent just a fanbase in a different, unique way." Otega Oweh and Koby Brea have led the Wildcats' early scoring outburst. Oweh, who is averaging 16.2 points per game, had 21 points on 8-for-12 shooting against Jackson State. "He gets us off to unbelievable starts every night," Pope told reporters after that game. "He's probably been our most consistent guy in games." Brea, who scored 22 points against Jackson State and is averaging 16.0 points per game, is leading the nation in 3-point accuracy at 74.1 percent. As a team, the Wildcats are shooting 42.3 percent from beyond the arc. And the few times they miss, Amari Williams has been doing the dirty work on the glass, averaging 10.8 boards in addition to 9.6 points per game. Kentucky faces a different challenge than it's had to contend with so far in the Hilltoppers (3-2), who have won three in a row after losing their first two games to Wichita State and Grand Canyon. Their up-tempo play hasn't exactly resulted in great offensive output, but in the Hilltoppers' 79-62 win over Jackson State on Wednesday, they shot 45.2 percent from 3-point range (14 for 31). "I was happy to see a lot of different guys contribute tonight and, hopefully, get their feet under them a little bit and get some confidence," said Western Kentucky coach Hank Plona, who is in his first season as head coach. "Obviously, Tuesday will be quite a test and challenge for us and we'll need them to be at their absolute best." Western Kentucky has an experienced group, which returned mostly intact from last season. The team is led by Conference USA first-team selection Don McHenry, who is leading the team with 17.2 points and 2.2 steals per game. McHenry is one of four Hilltoppers with scoring averages in double figures. Julius Thedford (11.4 points per game) and Babacar Faye (15.0) are each shooting 40 percent or better from 3-point range. Western Kentucky also figures to challenge the Wildcats on the boards as it enters the game ranked in the top 25 in defensive rebounding (30.4 per game). Faye leads the Hilltoppers in that department, averaging 7.8 rebounds per game and figures to battle Williams inside. "We're not the biggest team in the world, but our depth and our quickness are our strengths," Plona said. --Field Level Media
A judge on Monday granted a request by prosecutors to dismiss the election subversion case against Donald Trump because of a Justice Department policy of not prosecuting a sitting president. Judge Tanya Chutkan agreed to the request by Special Counsel Jack Smith to dismiss the case against the president-elect "without prejudice," meaning it could potentially be revived after Trump leaves the White House four years from now. "Dismissal without prejudice is appropriate here," Chutkan said, adding in the ruling that "the immunity afforded to a sitting President is temporary, expiring when they leave office." Trump, 78, was accused of conspiring to overturn the results of the 2020 election he lost to Joe Biden and removing large quantities of top secret documents after leaving the White House, but the cases never came to trial. Smith also moved on Monday to drop his appeal of the dismissal of the documents case filed against the former president in Florida. That case was tossed out earlier this year by a Trump-appointed judge on the grounds that Smith was unlawfully appointed. The special counsel paused the election interference case and the documents case this month after Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris in the November 5 presidential election. Smith cited the long-standing Justice Department policy of not indicting or prosecuting a sitting president in his motions to have the cases dismissed. "The Government's position on the merits of the defendant's prosecution has not changed," Smith said in the filing with Chutkan. "But the circumstances have." "It has long been the position of the Department of Justice that the United States Constitution forbids the federal indictment and subsequent criminal prosecution of a sitting President," Smith said. "As a result this prosecution must be dismissed before the defendant is inaugurated." In a separate filing, Smith said he was withdrawing his appeal of the dismissal of the classified documents case against Trump but pursuing the case against his two co-defendants, Trump valet Walt Nauta and Mar-a-Lago property manager Carlos De Oliveira. Trump, in a post on Truth Social, said the cases were "empty and lawless, and should never have been brought." "Over $100 Million Dollars of Taxpayer Dollars has been wasted in the Democrat Party's fight against their Political Opponent, ME," he said. "Nothing like this has ever happened in our Country before." Trump was accused of conspiracy to defraud the United States and conspiracy to obstruct an official proceeding -- the session of Congress called to certify Biden's win, which was violently attacked on January 6, 2021 by a mob of the then-president's supporters. Trump was also accused of seeking to disenfranchise US voters with his false claims that he won the 2020 election. The former and incoming president also faces two state cases -- in New York and Georgia. He was convicted in New York in May of 34 counts of falsifying business records to cover up a hush money payment to porn star Stormy Daniels on the eve of the 2016 election to stop her from revealing an alleged 2006 sexual encounter. However, Judge Juan Merchan has postponed sentencing while he considers a request from Trump's lawyers that the conviction be thrown out in light of the Supreme Court ruling in July that an ex-president has broad immunity from prosecution. In Georgia, Trump faces racketeering charges over his efforts to subvert the 2020 election results in the southern state, but that case will likely be frozen while he is in office. cl/sms Get any of our free email newsletters — news headlines, sports, arts & entertainment, state legislature, CFD news, and more.AKRON, Ohio, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) today declared an unchanged quarterly dividend of $0.425 per share of outstanding common stock payable March 1, 2025, to shareholders of record at the close of business on February 7, 2025. FirstEnergy is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Its electric distribution companies form one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, serving more than six million customers in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, Maryland and New York. The company's transmission subsidiaries operate approximately 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions. Follow FirstEnergy online at www.firstenergycorp.com and on X @FirstEnergyCorp . Forward-Looking Statements: This news release includes forward-looking statements based on information currently available to management. 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New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for management to predict all such factors, nor assess the impact of any such factor on FirstEnergy Corp.'s business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. FirstEnergy Corp. expressly disclaims any obligation to update or revise, except as required by law, any forward-looking statements contained herein or in the information incorporated by reference as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/firstenergy-corp-declares-unchanged-common-stock-dividend-of-0-425-per-share-302335334.html SOURCE FirstEnergy Corp.WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to be secretary of the Navy, John Phelan, has not served in the military or had a civilian leadership role in the service. While officials and defense experts said the Navy is in sore need of a disruptor, they cautioned that Phelan's lack of experience could make it more difficult for him to realize Trump's goals. Trump late Tuesday nominated Phelan, a major donor to his campaign who founded the private investment firm Rugger Management LLC. The Trump transition team did not respond to a request for comment on his qualifications. According to his biography, Phelan's primary exposure to the military comes from an advisory position he holds on the Spirit of America, a non-profit that supports the defense of Ukraine and the defense of Taiwan. Not all service secretaries come into the office with prior military experience, but he'd be the first in the Navy since 2006. Current Secretary of the Army Christine Wormuth similarly does not have prior military service. She, however, has spent her career in a host of defense civilian positions. The appointment comes at a critical moment for the Navy, which has been stretched thin with deployments around the world and must contend with a shrinking fleet even as the naval forces of its main rival, China, are growing. Trump has campaigned on expanding the Navy and would need to fight bureaucratic inertia to do so. But it’s uncertain whether a secretary with no military experience — either in uniform or as a defense civilian — would be well-positioned to lead that effort. “It will be difficult for anyone without experience in the Pentagon to take over the leadership of a service and do a good job,” said Stacie Pettyjohn, a senior fellow and director of the defense program at the Center for a New American Security. “Services are sprawling organizations with distinct cultures, subcultures and bureaucratic interests, and where decisions are made through many formal processes. To change a service’s plans, one must understand this Byzantine landscape.” Experts said Phelan's nomination reflects that Trump is seeking service branch heads who will not push back on his ideas — but that Phelan's lack of experience is likely to create issues and delays of its own, They say the Navy can't afford to lose time. One of the Navy’s biggest challenges is preparing for a potential military confrontation with China over Taiwan, a self-ruled island that China claims as its own. " The stakes are high ," said Brad Bowman, senior director of the Center on Military and Political Power at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies. “The success or failure in addressing key problems in the U.S. Navy over the next couple years may have a decisive effect on war and peace in the Taiwan Strait and elsewhere.” Trump has called for a 350-ship Navy since his 2016 presidential campaign, but he experienced first-hand the difficulty in realizing that goal, given the challenges to shipbuilding and the erratic and often delayed congressional budget process. There are just under 300 battle force ships in the fleet — vessels that have a direct role in conducting combat operations. “The Navy is stretched covering Europe, the Middle East and the Pacific. Strategists have wanted to pull back from Europe and the Middle East, but recent conflicts have prevented that,” said Mark Cancian, a senior adviser at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. “So the next secretary will have a shrinking fleet, expanded overseas commitments, and an uncertain budget environment.” The Marine Corps has called for 31 amphibious warships to help it maintain a close-to-shore presence around the globe. The Navy regularly has had to extend the deployments of its aircraft carriers and escorting destroyers, for example, to respond to the unstable security situation in the Middle East. Each extension can create rippling effects: Ships don’t get maintained on schedule, and forces get tired of the lack of predictability for their families and leave the service. Service branch chiefs spend vast amounts of time not only responding to the White House but also appeasing members of Congress in frequent hearings on Capitol Hill, shaping budget requests, holding constant meetings on service member issues, attending industry conferences and filling speakers requests. That all requires a nuanced understanding of the service that a secretary is leading, because major change in any of the branches often involves a lengthy process to review directives and past policy. Any changes to the many weapons systems the Navy and Marine Corps need and pursue are subject to lengthy contract award challenges. “The Navy’s problem here is money,” Cancian said. “Even if the defense budget goes up, there will only be a relatively small increase available for shipbuilding. (If) the budget stays steady or goes down, then the Navy will have a major problem. The fleet will continue to shrink." Trump has signaled through multiple appointments, such as his selection of SpaceX founder Elon Musk to co-lead a nongovernmental Department of Government Efficiency, that he seeks to cut through red tape. But the service secretary can't do that without moving through Congress, which has produced many of those regulations and processes the military must follow. “It might help that he has a personal relationship with the president. However, his lack of experience in defense and the Pentagon will hurt the Navy," Cancian said. "It will take him a while to learn the levers of power.”
How do Thermal Label Warehouse Systems Change Warehouse LogisticsThe for today [Dec 18] include acting appointments and public notification. Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Head Of The Public Service The Cabinet Office Valerie Robinson-James, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors has been appointed to act as Head of the Public Service, The Cabinet Office from 23rd December 2024 to 3rd January 2025. 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If you wish to view ‘hard copies’, the Department of Libraries & Archives prints them and you can visit the main library on Queen Street or the Government Archives in the Government Administration Building on Parliament Street to view them. :Neil McDonnell: Where is our pride?NEW YORK , Nov. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report on how AI is redefining market landscape - The global online auction market size is estimated to grow by USD 3.08 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 12.36% during the forecast period. Shift in preference for online auctions from conventional auction model is driving market growth, with a trend towards emergence of ai-based online auctions. However, rise in shill bidding during online auctions poses a challenge.Key market players include A One Salasar Pvt. Ltd, Auction House UK Ltd., Auction Technology Group Plc, BCL Auction, Biddingo.com, Bonanza Portfolio Ltd., Catawiki BV, eBay Inc., eBid Ltd., eCRATER, Invaluable LLC, John Pye and Sons Ltd., Liquidity Services Inc., SDL Auctions Ltd., Sothebys, UKauctioneers.com, U.S. Auction Online, Webstore.com, Williams and Williams Marketing Services Inc., and Wilsons Auctions Ltd.. Key insights into market evolution with AI-powered analysis. Explore trends, segmentation, and growth drivers- View Free Sample PDF Market Driver Online auctions have seen in popularity among younger audiences, with the internet providing a convenient platform for buying and selling fine art, jewels and watches, cars, and various collectibles. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is used for fraud prevention and anti-money laundering, ensuring secure transactions. Pricing is automated, and data collection enables personalization and accessibility. Security concerns are addressed with encryption and secure payment options. Smartphone penetration drives e-commerce growth, enabling bidding on-the-go. Digital transformation brings affordability, enhanced viewing experience through AR and VR, and ethical sourcing of eco-friendly materials. Sellers, auctioneers, and bidders benefit from increased accessibility and internet access. Digital assets, paintings, antique goods, electronics, and artistic goods are all up for grabs, with credit card numbers, home addresses, and phone numbers protected. Online auctions offer convenience and collectability, making them an essential part of the modern marketplace. Online auctions are experiencing growth with the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. AI platforms employ machine learning and algorithms to provide bidders with transparent, user-friendly, and decisive information. During online auctions, AI automates various processes, including internal operations, customer service inquiries, equipment packaging, and delivery. In March 2018 , TradeRev, a KAR Auction Services Inc. (KAR Auction Services) subsidiary, introduced H, an AI-driven tool for dealer-to-dealer vehicle auctions, streamlining the bidding process. Request Sample of our comprehensive report now to stay ahead in the AI-driven market evolution! Market Challenges Online auctions have gained significant traction in the business world, particularly among younger audiences. The internet has made it possible for people to buy and sell fine art, jewels and watches, cars, and various collectibles from anywhere, at any time. However, this digital transformation comes with challenges. Fraud prevention and anti-money laundering are crucial concerns for online auction platforms. Pricing, data collection, and automation require sophisticated systems, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), to ensure fairness and accuracy. Security is paramount, with payment options, credit card numbers, home addresses, and phone numbers all requiring protection. E-commerce and digitalization have opened up new markets for auctioneers, bidders, and sellers. Smartphone penetration has made accessibility easier than ever. However, sustainability and affordability are essential factors for buyers. Collectors seek enhanced viewing experiences through Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR). Ethical sourcing and eco-friendly materials are also becoming important considerations. Sellers must navigate the complexities of auctioneering in the digital age, while bidders demand convenience and personalization. Auction platforms must balance these needs with the challenges of pricing, data collection, and security concerns. The future of online auctions lies in embracing these challenges and continuing the digital transformation. Online auctions have gained significant traction, yet they face a persistent issue with shill bidding. This deceptive practice involves a seller or their associates placing bids to manipulate the price of goods in forward auctions, or lower it in reverse auctions. Investigating numerous auctions and bidders for such activities is challenging, especially on digital platforms. Collaborative bidding among multiple users is a common tactic in online auctions, but shill bidding is an illegal attempt to boost interest and artificially inflate or deflate prices. Discover how AI is revolutionizing market trends- Get your access now! Segment Overview This online auction market report extensively covers market segmentation by 1.1 Collectibles 1.2 Electronics 1.3 Artistic goods 1.4 Jewelry 1.5 Others 2.1 Web-based 2.2 Application-based 3.1 North America 3.2 Europe 3.3 APAC 3.4 South America 3.5 Middle East and Africa 1.1 Collectibles- In the dynamic world of Online Auction Markets, the collectibles segment emerged as a major revenue generator in 2023. This growth can be attributed to the widespread passion for acquiring collectibles with historical value among people. Online auctions eliminate geographical barriers, enabling collectors worldwide to participate and broaden their search for rare items. These platforms extend the reach of collectible auctions beyond local markets, increasing the pool of potential buyers and sellers. Detailed information, images, and histories available online enhance transparency, instilling trust and confidence among collectors. As technology advances and more individuals embrace online transactions, the collectibles segment is expected to experience substantial growth during the forecast period. Download a Sample of our comprehensive report today to discover how AI-driven innovations are reshaping competitive dynamics Research Analysis The online auction market is experiencing explosive growth, particularly among younger audiences who prefer the convenience and accessibility of buying and selling on digital platforms. Fine art, jewels and watches, cars, and other valuable items are increasingly being bought and sold through online auctions on the Internet. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the industry with fraud prevention and anti-money laundering measures, while automation, personalization, and data collection enhance the user experience. Security concerns and payment options are key considerations, with smartphone penetration driving the growth of e-commerce and digital transformation. Sustainability, affordability, collectability, and convenience are also major factors. Enhanced viewing experiences through AR and VR technology are bringing auctioneers and bidders closer together than ever before. Market Research Overview Online auctions have gained significant popularity among younger audiences, offering a convenient and accessible way to buy and sell fine art, jewels and watches, cars, and various collectibles on the internet. This digital transformation in the auction industry is driven by online platforms that leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) for fraud prevention, anti-money laundering, and pricing. Data collection and automation enable personalization, while security concerns are addressed through advanced encryption and multi-factor authentication. Payment options are diverse, including credit cards and e-wallets, with smartphone penetration making bidding on-the-go a reality. E-commerce and sustainability are essential factors, with ethical sourcing, eco-friendly materials, and ethical practices becoming increasingly important. The enhanced viewing experience is made possible through Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR), allowing bidders to inspect items in detail before placing a bid. Auctioneers, sellers, and bidders benefit from the convenience and affordability of online auctions, with digital assets like paintings, antique goods, electronics, and artistic goods also finding a place in this dynamic market. Table of Contents: 1 Executive Summary 2 Market Landscape 3 Market Sizing 4 Historic Market Size 5 Five Forces Analysis 6 Market Segmentation Product Collectibles Electronics Artistic Goods Jewelry Others Platform Web-based Application-based Geography North America Europe APAC South America Middle East And Africa 7 Customer Landscape 8 Geographic Landscape 9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends 10 Company Landscape 11 Company Analysis 12 Appendix About Technavio Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio's report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavio's comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios. Contacts Technavio Research Jesse Maida Media & Marketing Executive US: +1 844 364 1100 UK: +44 203 893 3200 Email: [email protected] Website: www.technavio.com/ SOURCE Technavio
Andrew Schulz & Kendrick Lamar Beef, ExplainedA judge on Monday granted a request by prosecutors to dismiss the election subversion case against Donald Trump because of a Justice Department policy of not prosecuting a sitting president. Judge Tanya Chutkan agreed to the request by Special Counsel Jack Smith to dismiss the case against the president-elect "without prejudice," meaning it could potentially be revived after Trump leaves the White House four years from now. "Dismissal without prejudice is appropriate here," Chutkan said, adding in the ruling that "the immunity afforded to a sitting President is temporary, expiring when they leave office." Trump, 78, was accused of conspiring to overturn the results of the 2020 election he lost to Joe Biden and removing large quantities of top secret documents after leaving the White House, but the cases never came to trial. Smith also moved on Monday to drop his appeal of the dismissal of the documents case filed against the former president in Florida. That case was tossed out earlier this year by a Trump-appointed judge on the grounds that Smith was unlawfully appointed. The special counsel paused the election interference case and the documents case this month after Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris in the November 5 presidential election. Smith cited the long-standing Justice Department policy of not indicting or prosecuting a sitting president in his motions to have the cases dismissed. "The Government's position on the merits of the defendant's prosecution has not changed," Smith said in the filing with Chutkan. "But the circumstances have." "It has long been the position of the Department of Justice that the United States Constitution forbids the federal indictment and subsequent criminal prosecution of a sitting President," Smith said. "As a result this prosecution must be dismissed before the defendant is inaugurated." In a separate filing, Smith said he was withdrawing his appeal of the dismissal of the classified documents case against Trump but pursuing the case against his two co-defendants, Trump valet Walt Nauta and Mar-a-Lago property manager Carlos De Oliveira. Trump, in a post on Truth Social, said the cases were "empty and lawless, and should never have been brought." "Over $100 Million Dollars of Taxpayer Dollars has been wasted in the Democrat Party's fight against their Political Opponent, ME," he said. "Nothing like this has ever happened in our Country before." Trump was accused of conspiracy to defraud the United States and conspiracy to obstruct an official proceeding -- the session of Congress called to certify Biden's win, which was violently attacked on January 6, 2021 by a mob of the then-president's supporters. Trump was also accused of seeking to disenfranchise US voters with his false claims that he won the 2020 election. The former and incoming president also faces two state cases -- in New York and Georgia. He was convicted in New York in May of 34 counts of falsifying business records to cover up a hush money payment to porn star Stormy Daniels on the eve of the 2016 election to stop her from revealing an alleged 2006 sexual encounter. However, Judge Juan Merchan has postponed sentencing while he considers a request from Trump's lawyers that the conviction be thrown out in light of the Supreme Court ruling in July that an ex-president has broad immunity from prosecution. In Georgia, Trump faces racketeering charges over his efforts to subvert the 2020 election results in the southern state, but that case will likely be frozen while he is in office. cl/sms
‘Someone like you’: AI-generated Adele lyrics read out in parliamentCLEVELAND (AP) — Shane Bieber's first venture into free agency turned into a return trip. The 2020 AL Cy Young Award winner agreed Friday to rejoin the Cleveland Guardians after making just two starts last season before undergoing Tommy John surgery, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press. Bieber had been expected to leave the AL Central champions. But he's coming back after agreeing to a one-year, $14 million contract that includes a $16 million player option for 2026, said the person, who spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal had not been announced. Bieber’s deal will pay him $10 million in salary and includes a $4 million buyout. The 29-year-old only pitched twice in 2024 before having the surgery on his elbow that bothered him during the previous campaign. Bieber felt discomfort in his start on opening day against the Oakland Athletics and again when he faced the Seattle Mariners his next outing. Bieber didn't allow a run in either start, and the club had been encouraged by his velocity and dominance (20 strikeouts). But the elbow became too painful and Bieber elected to have the ligament-replacement surgery. If his recovery follows a normal timeline, Bieber should be back in Cleveland's rotation within the first three months of next season. The Guardians feared his loss would hurt them last season, but the club got off to a fast start under first-year manager Stephen Vogt and ran away with the division title. Cleveland eliminated Detroit in the AL Division Series before losing the ALCS to the New York Yankees in five games. Bieber spent chunks of last season with the team and he received a huge ovation at Progressive Field when he was introduced before the postseason series. The two-time All-Star has spent all seven of his big league seasons with Cleveland, which had contemplated trading him before his elbow issues in 2023 limited him to 21 starts. During the shortened COVID-19 season in 2020, Bieber went 8-1 with a 1.63 ERA over 12 starts and 77 1/3 innings with 122 strikeouts. He led the majors in wins, ERA and strikeouts and finished fourth in AL MVP voting. He was selected by Cleveland in the fourth round of the 2016 amateur draft out of UC Santa Barbara and made his major league debut two years later on his 23rd birthday. Bieber has a career record of 62-32 with a 3.22 ERA over 136 outings spanning 134 starts and 843 innings. He has twice reached 200 innings, throwing a career-high 214 1/3 in 2019. AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/mlb
Chargers are expected to be without top RB Dobbins and could lean on QB Herbert against Falcons