Judge grants Trump’s request in Mar-a-Lago probe

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Tuesday 09.06.22

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By Alexandra Meeks

Former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida.

Mar-a-Lago

In a significant victory for former President Donald Trump, a federal judge on Monday approved his request to appoint a "special master" in the Mar-a-Lago probe. This means a third-party attorney from outside the government will be brought in to review the materials that the FBI seized from Trump's Florida residence last month. The order, issued by a Trump-appointed judge, temporarily prevents the Justice Department from continuing its review of the materials seized "pending completion of the special master's review or further Court order." Additionally, the special master could decide that certain materials are out of bounds entirely.

Canada stabbing

A manhunt is underway for one of two brothers suspected in a mass stabbing in Canada that left 10 dead and 18 injured. The attacks occurred Sunday across multiple locations in the province of Saskatchewan and spanned 13 crime scenes, authorities said. A few hours after the first attack was reported, authorities identified the suspects as two brothers aged 31 and 30. One of the brothers has since been found dead with injuries that were not believed to be self-inflicted. His 30-year-old brother with a "lengthy criminal record" is still at large and considered "armed and dangerous," police said.

Britain

Britain will officially have a new prime minister today when Liz Truss meets with Queen Elizabeth II and receives the official go-ahead to form a new government. Truss won the Conservative Party leadership contest on Monday, defeating Rishi Sunak after a campaign that stretched through the summer. Now she must take charge of one of the world's largest economies and appeal to tens of millions of voters who do not appear to be overly excited about their new leader. Only 18% of Brits said they had a favorable view of Truss as she prepared to take the job while 44% said they view her unfavorably, according to a poll conducted before Truss was announced as the winner. Outgoing Prime Minister Boris Johnson also made his final speech today and tried to reassure Brits that the UK will "come out stronger the other side" despite it being a "tough time for the economy."

Ukraine

Russia is in the process of purchasing millions of rockets and artillery shells from North Korea for use on the battlefield in Ukraine, a US official told CNN. The purchase indicates that the Russian military continues to suffer from severe supply shortages due in part to export controls and sanctions, according to the official. More than six months into its war in Ukraine, it's estimated that over 25,000 Russian soldiers have lost their lives and Russia "has yet to achieve any of its strategic objectives," UK Defense Secretary Ben Wallace said on Monday. Meanwhile, the last working reactor at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant has been disconnected from the power grid due to a fire caused by Russian shelling. The UN's nuclear watchdog is expected to release a report today about the nuclear safety and security situation in Ukraine.

Uvalde

Students in Uvalde, Texas, are returning to classrooms today, just over three months after an 18-year-old gunman opened fire at Robb Elementary School, killing 19 children and two teachers. No students or staff will be returning to Robb Elementary, the site of the massacre, officials said over the summer. Instead, they'll be absorbed into other schools. Some students have also left the school district entirely. Across the district, increased security measures have been put in place, including law enforcement officers, cameras and fences. However, some parents and students say changing the scenery won't erase the horror tormenting victims' families. "I don't feel like my kids are safe… I don't feel like everything has been done to protect our children," a local parent said, demanding greater accountability from the school district.

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