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Yasiel Puig crushes 2 home runs in Canadian Baseball League debut weeks before possible prison sentence
Turns out Yasiel Puig can still smash a baseball.
The former MLB All-Star made his debut Sunday for the Toronto Maple Leafs of the Canadian Baseball League (CBL). And he looked an awful lot like the electric version of Puig that baseball fans remember from his Dodgers days.
Playing against the Kitchener Panthers at Christie Pits Park in Toronto, Puig went 2-for-2 with 2 home runs, 4 RBIs and 2 walks in the Maple Leafs’ 8-6 win.
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Not bad for a guy who could potentially be heading to prison in a couple weeks.
Puig’s baseball comeback is unfolding under a pretty massive legal cloud. Earlier this year, he was found guilty of obstruction of justice and making false statements to federal investigators tied to an illegal sports gambling operation.
The charges stem from a federal investigation into an illegal gambling ring in Southern California. According to reports, Puig allegedly placed hundreds of sports bets and racked up nearly $1 million in gambling losses that were never repaid.
He’s currently awaiting sentencing on May 26 and could face up to 15 years in prison, though many believe any actual sentence would likely be far less severe.
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Still, it puts a pretty big damper on his comeback tour.
For the CBL, signing Puig was a huge deal. Reports suggest it’s the largest contract in league history, and the former Dodgers star instantly became the biggest name in the league.
Of course, there’s a reason Puig still draws attention all these years later.
At his peak, he was one of the most exciting players in baseball. He burst onto the scene with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2013 and immediately looked like a future superstar. Puig earned an All-Star nod in 2014, but he quickly fizzled out.
Puig spent seven seasons in MLB with the Dodgers, Cincinnati Reds and Cleveland Guardians. His last MLB appearance came in 2019, though he’s continued playing professionally overseas in Mexico and South Korea.
Now, at 35 years old, Puig is trying to write one more baseball chapter.
And for at least one night in Toronto, it looked like vintage Yasiel Puig all over again.
School app Canvas breach hits during finals
Finals week is stressful enough without your school's main classroom app suddenly going dark.
That is what many students faced when Canvas, the school platform used by colleges, universities and K-12 schools, went down for several hours. The outage came after Instructure, the company behind Canvas, detected unauthorized activity tied to a cybersecurity incident on the platform.
For students and teachers, this was more than a tech glitch. Canvas is where many schools post assignments, messages, grades, class updates and exam instructions. So when access disappeared, it created confusion at the worst possible time.
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Instructure says it detected unauthorized activity in Canvas on April 29, 2026. The company said it immediately revoked the unauthorized party's access, started an investigation and brought in outside forensic experts.
Then, on May 7, Instructure said it identified additional unauthorized activity tied to the same incident. The company said the unauthorized actor made changes to pages that appeared when some students and teachers were logged in through Canvas.
Out of caution, Instructure temporarily took Canvas offline into maintenance mode to contain the activity, investigate and apply additional safeguards.
Instructure said it later confirmed that the unauthorized actor exploited an issue related to its Free-For-Teacher accounts. The company said this was the same issue that led to the unauthorized access the prior week.
In a statement to CyberGuy, Instructure said, "Instructure discovered the unauthorized actor involved in our ongoing security incident made changes to the pages that appeared when some students and teachers were logged in. Out of an abundance of caution, we immediately took Canvas offline to contain access and further investigate. We have confirmed that the unauthorized actor exploited an issue related to our Free-For-Teacher accounts. As a result, we have made the difficult decision to temporarily shut down our Free-For-Teacher accounts. This gives us the confidence to restore access to Canvas, which is now fully back online and available for use. We regret the inconvenience and concern this may have caused."
That detail is important because it explains how the company says the attacker gained access. It also shows why Instructure took a more aggressive step after the May 7 activity.
The timing made the outage especially frustrating. Students across the country are preparing for finals or already taking them.
Several schools reported problems with Canvas access. Student newspapers at Harvard, the University of Pennsylvania, Duke, UCLA and the University of Nebraska were reportedly blocked from using Canvas and saw a message from the hacking group ShinyHunters.
Think about how that feels if you are a student. You may need to submit a paper, check exam details or message a professor. Then the system you rely on suddenly stops working.
That is the real-life problem with school tech. When one major platform goes down, the disruption spreads fast.
A hacking group called ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for the attack. The group reportedly threatened to leak school data unless it heard from affected schools by May 12, 2026.
The group also claimed it had data tied to nearly 9,000 schools and about 275 million people. Those numbers come from the hackers' claims. Instructure has not publicly verified that full scale.
That is worth keeping in mind. Cybercriminals often use big numbers to create panic and pressure victims. However, the confirmed incident is serious enough for schools and families to pay attention.
Based on Instructure's investigation so far, the data taken in the April 29 incident includes certain personal information of users at affected organizations. That includes names, email addresses, student ID numbers and messages among Canvas users. Instructure said it has found no evidence that passwords, dates of birth, government identifiers or financial information were involved.
The company also said that, based on its investigation to date, it has not found evidence that data was taken during the May 7 activity. Still, Instructure said the investigation is ongoing.
Even so, this kind of information can still create problems. A scammer could use a student's school email and Canvas details to send a fake message that looks official.
For example, a student may get an email that says a final exam file failed to upload. Another message may claim the student needs to verify a Canvas account. A fake IT alert could ask for a login code. That is how a data breach can turn into a phishing attack.
Yes. Instructure says Canvas is fully back online and available for use. However, Free-For-Teacher accounts remain temporarily shut down while the company works through the issue.
The company also says its outside forensic partner reviewed the known indicators and found no evidence that the threat actor currently has access to the platform.
Instructure says it has revoked privileged credentials and access tokens tied to affected systems. It also says it deployed additional platform protections, rotated certain internal keys, restricted token creation pathways and added monitoring across its platforms.
Many parents may not know how much school life now runs through platforms like Canvas. Students use Canvas to track deadlines, get teacher updates, submit work and read class messages. Teachers use it to manage assignments and communicate with students.
That makes Canvas a tempting target. If criminals can disrupt access or steal user information, they can create chaos quickly. The bigger lesson here is that school accounts deserve the same protection as bank accounts or email accounts. They hold personal details, private messages and information tied to a student's daily life.
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Even if passwords and financial details were not part of the breach, students and teachers should still stay alert. Scammers can use names, school emails, student ID numbers and message details to make fake alerts look convincing.
Be careful with any message that claims to come from Canvas, Instructure or your school's IT department. Scammers may use urgent language. They may say your account will be locked, your exam file is missing, or your final grade is at risk. That pressure is the trick. Go directly to your school's official website or Canvas login page instead of clicking links in surprise emails.
Instructure said it found no evidence that passwords were involved. Even so, follow your school's instructions. If your school tells you to reset your password, do it right away. Choose a strong password you do not use anywhere else. A password manager can help you create and store unique logins for each account. Check out the best expert-reviewed password managers of 2026 at CyberGuy.com.
If your school offers multifactor authentication, turn it on. MFA adds another step when someone tries to log in. That extra step can stop a scammer who has your password. An authenticator app or passkey is stronger than a text code. Still, any MFA is better than leaving your account wide open.
No real school IT worker should ask for your password or login code. If someone asks for that information, treat it as a red flag. End the conversation and contact your school through an official help desk number or website.
Since Canvas messages may have been involved, think about what you shared there. Did you send personal details? Did you mention another account? Did you share private information with a teacher or classmate? You do not need to panic. But you should stay alert for messages that reference details from your Canvas account.
A breach like this can lead to phishing emails with malicious links or attachments. Strong antivirus software can help block malware, warn you about dangerous websites and protect your devices if you accidentally click the wrong link. Keep it updated on your phone, tablet and computer. Get my picks for the best 2026 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices at CyberGuy.com.
Student and teacher information can end up on people-search sites and data broker databases. A data removal service can help reduce how much personal information is floating around online. That can make it harder for scammers to connect your school email, home address, phone number and other personal details. Check out my top picks for data removal services and get a free scan to find out if your personal information is already out on the web by visiting CyberGuy.com.
If your school confirms that your personal information was involved, identity theft protection can help you spot suspicious activity faster. These services can monitor your personal information, alert you to possible misuse and help you respond if someone tries to use your identity. See my tips and best picks on Best Identity Theft Protection at CyberGuy.com.
Younger students may not recognize a fake school message. Parents should keep the warning simple. Tell students not to click unexpected links, share codes or respond to scary messages without checking first. A quick conversation now can prevent a bigger mess later.
Instructure says it notified impacted organizations on May 5, 2026. If a school or institution was affected, Instructure says it will contact that organization's primary contacts directly.
For students, parents and employees, Instructure says the school or institution should be the first point of contact. It also recommends being cautious of unexpected emails or messages about the incident, avoiding suspicious links and reporting anything unusual to the school's IT or security team.
Schools should also warn students and staff about follow-up scams. A breach does not end when the platform comes back online. For students and teachers, the risk can continue through fake emails, fake login pages and scam messages.
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The Canvas breach shows how much school now depends on a few digital platforms. When one of them goes down, students feel it right away. The good news is that Instructure says it has found no evidence that passwords, financial data, birthdays or government IDs were involved. The tougher reality is that names, school emails, student IDs and private messages still have value to scammers. So the best move is to stay calm and stay skeptical. Use official school links. Turn on stronger login protection where possible and treat urgent messages with caution.
Should schools and tech companies do more to protect student and teacher data before a breach puts their privacy at risk? Let us know by writing to us at CyberGuy.com.
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NBA legend Magic Johnson breaks from his former Lakers boss to endorse Karen Bass in LA mayoral race
Magic Johnson broke away from his former Los Angeles Lakers boss on Monday and endorsed Karen Bass in the Los Angeles mayoral race.
Bass posted a video of Johnson’s endorsement on her social media. Johnson’s support of Bass came after Jeanie Buss appeared to back Spencer Pratt in the race.
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Johnson said his 30-year friendship with Bass and her actions on homelessness and lowering the homicide rates were part of the reasons why he endorsed her.
"She’s doing a tremendous job. Mayor Bass has to have a second term and I’m excited to say that," Johnson said. "Listen, you took on a tough job here and you’ve done a fabulous job and all of us appreciate your effort and what you’re doing and we look forward to helping you continue your mission and the things that you have in store – your vision for the city."
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Johnson didn’t mention one of the sticking points that has allowed Pratt to gain support in the race – her handling of the 2025 wildfires that led to at least a dozen deaths and billions in damage.
Pratt has continued to needle Bass over her response to the wildfires.
Buss appeared to show support for Pratt last month when she donated 1,800 to his mayoral campaign, according to FOX 11 in Los Angeles. It’s the maximum donation allowed by law.
The former "Hills" star was also spotted with Buss at a Lakers playoff game over the weekend.
Missouri's Ahmad Hardy in stable condition after being shot at Mississippi concert over the weekend
Missouri has announced that running back Ahmad Hardy was shot this past weekend at a concert in Mississippi.
The SEC's leading rusher in 2025 is currently listed in stable condition after the shooting, though a timeline for his return is unknown at this time.
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On Monday morning, the athletic department released a statement regarding the incident, along with the status of running back Ahmad Hardy.
"Mizzou Football student-athlete Ahmad Hardy was a victim of a shooting at a concert in Mississippi early Sunday morning and sustained a gunshot wound", the school announced. "Ahmad underwent surgery Sunday in Mississippi and is in stable condition. Ahmad is deeply loved by his teammate, coaches, friends, family and fans. We will continue to stand beside him and his family through this difficult time, offering our love, prayers, strength and support.
"A timeline for his return to football activities is unknown at this time. Mizzou Athletics will provide more information on his status when it becomes available."
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Right now, there is no further information regarding the incident.
The Missouri running back turned down multiple offers from other schools this past offseason to enter the transfer portal, deciding to stay in Columbia and continue building his legacy with the Tigers.
What happens next is still left to be determined about the status of Hardy, but Missouri athletics will continue updating the public when it's necessary.
Alabama's congressional map hinges on US Supreme Court
Alabama's Republican Gov. Kay Ivey signed legislation Friday that would demand the governor call special primary elections for impacted U.S. House districts if the Supreme Court allows the state to utilize district lines its legislature approved in 2023 but has been blocked from using.
The governor also signed similar legislation pertaining to state Senate districts approved in 2021.
"With this special session successfully behind us, Alabama now stands ready to quickly act, should the courts issue favorable rulings in our ongoing redistricting cases," Ivey said in a statement. "I thank the Legislature for answering my call to address the issue in fast order. I am grateful to Speaker Ledbetter and Pro Tem Gudger for their strong leadership and focus this week. Alabama knows our state, our people and our districts best."
A federal court on Friday denied an emergency motion for a stay in the congressional redistricting case.
"Quite simply, we do not have the authority to issue an order that upends Alabama's status quo, especially in the middle of an election, while our injunction establishing that status quo is well under review in the nation's highest court," the order declared.
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The state is pressing the U.S. Supreme Court to take action to allow it to utilize the 2023 congressional map.
"I will continue to fight for Alabama to be able to use the congressional map the people’s elected representatives enacted," state Attorney General Steve Marshall said Friday.
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"Alabama drew a map based on lawful policy goals, not race, and the Supreme Court’s recent ruling vindicates that approach. We were punished for doing the right thing, and we are asking the Court to correct that now," the official noted.
Reitan wins after nearly quitting for YouTube, Snedeker's well-earned cry, and early PGA Championship hype
Kristoffer Reitan made his 15th career PGA Tour start last week at the Truist Championship, and left Quail Hollow on Sunday $3.6 million richer as the winner of a signature event and a player who now has his foreseeable future mapped out. That's not too bad for a guy who was strongly considering just doing YouTube golf full-time three years ago.
In Myrtle Beach, a stretch of 2,821 days was broken with Brandt Snedeker earning his first win on the PGA Tour since 2018. The Nashville native was overcome with emotion, and given what his body has been through in recent years, it was certainly understandable to see the tears flowing. A 45-year-old Snedeker winning on Tour in the year 2026 was not on anyone's bingo card.
As time somehow keeps moving faster and faster, we've already arrived at the year's second major championship. That music you hear is Michael Block's. It's PGA Championship week, and for the first time in a long time, there is some juice behind it thanks to the venue, and we have a few early thoughts to get to before diving headfirst into content throughout the week.
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No disrespect to Kristoffer Reitan, but when Brandt Snedeker wins a golf tournament, he's getting the leadoff spot every single time in Par Talk.
Just like every other golf kid born in the early '90s, Tiger Woods was the guy for me growing up. Still, when I started taking the game semi-seriously as a teenager and also began looking beyond the first page of leaderboards, the Tour visor-wearing guy who made every single putt he looked at became my favorite player to watch. It has been that way ever since.
As random as it is, I still have clear memories of watching Snedeker earn his first win in 2007 from the dingy clubhouse of a nine-hole course with my dad and his buddies in my hometown. I sure as hell remember the 2008 Masters when he dumped it into the creek in front of the 13th green on both Saturday and Sunday before ultimately finishing T-3. Trevor Immelman went on to win by three shots in 2008 with Snedeker shooting 77 in the final round.
My dad, brother, and I actually got a 2008 Masters hat signed by Immelman and Snedeker later that year.
Snedeker sobbed like a baby during a brief meeting with the media following his heartbreak at Augusta in '08. That video used to live on YouTube somewhere. Maybe it was removed so it would never hit my algorithm again.
Fast-forward 18 years, with a FedEx Cup trophy on his mantel and the title of Presidents Cup captain to his name, Snedeker sobbed like a baby again. Dunes Golf and Beach Club in Myrtle Beach may not be the stage Augusta National is, but as the venue for his 10th victory on Tour and first in nearly eight years, it's a special one for Snedeker.
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Snedeker underwent an experimental surgery on his sternum in 2022 in which doctors took a bone out of his hip, cut his sternum open and essentially built, and essentially built a new one in its place with the piece of his hip bone. On top of that, the undefeated Father Time reared his ugly head, and it felt like the senior circuit may be the next time Snedeker would have a real chance of winning a tournament.
There have been flashes in 2026, but it all fell into place in Myrtle Beach with a pair of 66s and 67s to earn a one-shot victory over Mark Hubbard. Snedeker got it done in his standard fashion, ranking 74th in distance off the tee and fourth in putting.
"To not have my card the last couple of years, to be struggling to do what I love, you know, to still have a passion to play this game the way I want to play it and to show people how I can still do it, especially not playing my best and struggling the way I did to come back and fight, claw my way back and play some great golf this year even though it hasn't seemed like it to people outside," Snedeker said after his win.
"I knew I was playing well. I just hadn't been able to put it all together. Hopefully it shows my family, my kids something. Just, you know, ten wins out here is an accomplishment. Something I'm very proud of."
That quote from Sneds says it all.
The 28-year-old from Norway had been playing some strong golf over the last month, with three top-15 finishes in his four starts leading up to the Truist Championship, but earning his first victory on Tour in a signature event on a major championship golf course? Come on.
Some may claim that Reitan had the advantage of not having to go toe-to-toe with any big-name players on Sunday, as it was Rickie Fowler, Alex Fitzpatrick and Sungjae Im mixing with him during the final round. On the flip side of that, Reitan played his way to the top of the board, while others simply didn't, and he can't be criticized for that.
Reitan's final-round 69 was enough to get the job done by two shots at Quail Hollow, and it's hard not to be impressed with his play down the stretch. Back-to-back birdies on 14 and 15, followed by three relatively comfortable pars to close things out, is easier said than done.
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He had a tremendous stroke of luck on the par-4 16th with his tee shot somehow avoiding a fairway bunker, but every winner gets a lucky break; his just happened to come with a few swings left to make.
In 15 career starts on Tour, Reitan has made 11 cuts, earned a victory in a signature event and has made nearly $5.3 million. Not a bad way to bounce back after nearly giving up on professional golf and just doing YouTube.
"I was, at that point (in 2022), considering whether or not I wanted to continue playing professionally. So, yeah, I just had some thoughts about how to make the game a little bit more fun, a little bit more relaxed," Reittan said following his win.
"Yeah, I think YouTube golf would have given me maybe some of that fun competitiveness back, maybe not the serious competitiveness, if that makes sense. So I was just trying to find ways to make it more fun to give my journey in golf a little bit of energy, and trying to have fun while I'm playing so that I can endure the hardships that follow, yeah, with professional golf."
It's safe to say he made the right decision in continuing the grind of professional golf.
It's amazing how such a simple, albeit vastly important factor, can make a golf tournament so much more intriguing.
With each of the previous two PGA Championships being played at golf courses we're all too familiar with (Valhalla and Quail Hollow), this week's event has more excitement around it due to the fact that we haven't seen Aronimink since the 2018 BMW Championship.
You couple that with the fact that it feels like the most wide-open major championship we've had in years, and we could be in store for some fireworks, which is not often said while on the topic of the PGA Championship.
Who knows what version of Scottie Scheffler we get? Rory McIlroy just shot 75 on Saturday at Quail Hollow. Is his game in good enough order to win major No. 7? What about the LIV boys? Aronimink should fit Bryson DeChambeau's game well, but are we sure he even cares? It's a major championship in the Northeast; therefore, a red-hot Cameron Young should be comfortable.
We truly do not know what to expect at Aronimink this week, and the unpredictability levels like this are needed now and again, and certainly so for major championships.
Foreign black ops member reveals the secret American unit he loved working with in combat
Delta Force and the 22 SAS have an unbreakable bond.
The 22 SAS is the United Kingdom's Tier One counter-terrorism unit, and its ties to the Tier One units in America are legendary.
Delta Force was literally developed and designed based on the SAS. Delta Force, a shadowy Army unit, is tasked with America's most important no-fail missions.
The Unit was responsible for snatching former Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro.
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Former 22 SAS commando Duncan Baillie appeared on Brent Tucker's "Tier1 Podcast" in an episode released Monday. Tucker is a former CAG operator.
The two discussed the immense respect between the units, and the trust they have between them in combat.
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"That's a funny thing, dude. No matter where you go in the world, if you land up in these random places, the first thing I always used to look for, I was like, 'Is there any Delta [guys] here?'...And then you'd find someone, and you know, take the mate thing out of it. What you also realized is that if sh-- went south when you're in this place all by yourself, you've got someone else that you can turn to and say, 'Hey, listen. Here's my number. If you need me, call me.'...That's a safety blanket that's nice to have because you know the level of training they're at. You know what they're capable of. You're like, 'Well, if we have to run and gun, we're doing it together,'" Baillie explained to Tucker.
The two also discussed how close the 22 SAS and Delta Force are "intertwined" and "always will be."
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It really is special the kind of bond the United States and the United Kingdom share when it comes to special operations. There is no unit in the world that is a better friend and ally to Delta Force than the 22 SAS, and anyone who even suggests differently has no idea what they're talking about.
When American operators have to go do something that is incredibly dangerous, you better believe that the 22 SAS is more than willing to go with them.
Afghanistan, Syria, Iraq, etc. It doesn't matter the location. The 22 SAS always answers the call when America needs them, and they have shed a lot of blood side by side with their American counterparts in combat.
In fact, the thumbnail of the YouTube video above is of 22 SAS operator Matt Tonroe and Delta Force operator Jonathan Dunbar, who were killed on a mission together in Syria.
I have no doubt the close relationship between the two units will continue. That's great news for us, and very bad news for our enemies. Let me know your thoughts at David.Hookstead@outkick.com.
WHCA Dinner shooting suspect Cole Allen pleads not guilty, judge scoffs at defense’s power play
The man accused of attempting to kill President Donald Trump on April 25 at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner entered a plea in a Washington, D.C., federal court Monday morning to four charges related to the alleged crime.
Cole Allen, who was shackled and wearing an orange prison jumpsuit, pleaded not guilty to attempting to assassinate the president of the United States, discharge of a firearm during a crime of violence, transporting a firearm across state lines and assaulting a federal officer with a deadly weapon.
More charges are possible the 31-year-old Torrance, California, resident, according to U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro.
But Allen's defense attorneys want Pirro and her office removed from the case, citing a "conflict of interest" stemming from the fact that Pirro was a victim of their client's alleged crime, they said in a court filing on Friday. They also cited Pirro's personal friendship with Trump.
They asked the same of Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, who was also in the ballroom of the Washington Hilton when shots rang out.
"As this case proceeds closer to trial, the country and the world will continue to wonder—how can the American justice system permit a victim to prosecute a criminal defendant in a case involving them?" the motion asks. "Or even—how can one of the victim’s closest friends prosecute the alleged perpetrator of the offense? Given U.S. Attorney Pirro’s friendship with the President and her and Acting A.G. Blanche’s attendance at the event at the center of this prosecution, the law necessitates their disqualification."
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Pirro responded to the move on Friday.
"We will evaluate the motion and respond in court," she told Fox News Digital. "We will not tolerate people who come to the District of Columbia to engage in antidemocratic acts of political violence; and we will prosecute all such acts to the fullest extent of the law."
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Eugene Ohm, Allen's public defender, told Judge Trevor McFadden on Monday that it's likely they would ask for Pirro's entire office to be taken off the case.
However, Ohm said it was unlikely they would ask for the entire Department of Justice to be forced off the case as part of the Blanche request.
"That would be quite a request," McFadden said.
Allen is scheduled to return to court for a status conference on June 29 at 10:30 a.m.
Trump accuses Schumer of trying to 'interfere in our elections' with latest strategy
The partisan battle over midterm elections is heating up in Washington, D.C., with accusations flying that both sides are trying to rig the outcome in November.
Republicans are trying to hold on to their majority in both chambers, while Democrats are trying to pounce on sluggish legislating, infighting and rising costs in their quest to take over the House, Senate or both.
And President Donald Trump is already accusing Democrats of election interference months before Election Day.
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"The Democrats are totally unhinged, and we will not allow them to threaten the integrity of our Elections," Trump said on Truth Social.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., and Democrats recently launched a "free and fair elections task force" that would recruit the likes of former Attorney General Eric Holder and Marc Elias, who Trump charged was "a terrible lawyer with a horrible track record."
"Palestinian Chuck Schumer is hiring Eric Holder, famous for handing guns to Mexican cartels under the Barack Hussein Obama administration, as part of a Democrat-led ‘Election Integrity Group’ that will no doubt try to suppress Republican voters, and interfere in our Elections," Trump said on Truth Social.
Schumer and Senate Democrats debuted the elections task force as Republicans struggle to move forward on voter ID and citizenship verification legislation, and on the heels of the Supreme Court’s redistricting decision that is expected to further crank up the redistricting arms race across the country.
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"Donald Trump and the Republicans realize that if the election were held fairly, that the likelihood is that they would lose, and we would win, that we would take back the House, take back the Senate," Schumer said.
"So they are doing all kinds of nefarious things, some of them legal, some of them not so legal, to try and overturn a fair result in an election," he continued.
Schumer described the task force’s mission as seeking out "election threats," including actions at the administrative level by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS), attacks on the First Amendment, foreign threats and militarization of law enforcement at the polls.
Trump countered that in the 2024 election cycle, Republicans mounted an "Election Integrity Army in every single State to preserve the sanctity of each legal vote."
"We will be doing the same again in 2026, but it will be much bigger and stronger," Trump said. "All Americans should have their voices be heard by casting a vote. Be assured this Election will be fair!"
Its inception is in response to what Democrats say is a "comprehensive effort" by Trump and his administration to undermine the upcoming election, particularly through efforts to pass the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act.
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Trump has strongly pushed Republicans to pass the SAVE America Act, which would create federal voter ID laws, require proof of citizenship to register to vote and share information on voter rolls with DHS. Democrats say the legislation would disenfranchise millions of Americans.
But Republicans aren’t unified behind the legislation. The SAVE America Act, or a version of it pushed by Sen. John Kennedy, R-La., failed last month when four Republicans joined Democrats to kill it.
He has also called on Republicans to nationalize elections, and DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin didn’t rule out sending federal immigration agents to polling places in the fall during his confirmation hearing earlier this year.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt earlier this year pushed back against whether Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents would head to the polls come November, and said "that's not something I've ever heard the president consider."
"I haven't heard the president discuss any formal plans to put ICE outside of polling locations," Leavitt said.
It’s part of what Democrats charge is a concerted effort to tip the scales in the upcoming elections.
"Donald Trump doesn't think he did too much in 2020 to steal the election," Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., said. "He thinks he did too little, and so that's why you are seeing, already, a comprehensive effort to try to rig and steal the fall election."
Footage shows moments before Frontier Airlines jet struck person on Denver airport runway
Newly released surveillance footage shows the harrowing moment a Frontier Airlines jet struck and killed an individual who was loitering on the runway at Denver International Airport late Friday night.
Thermal imaging on the clip obtained by KDVR shows the unidentified person scale a perimeter fence before walking directly into the airplane's path.
"The trespasser on the runway was then struck by Frontier Airlines Flight 4345 during takeoff at high speed. The pilot stopped takeoff procedures immediately," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy wrote in a post on X.
The incident occurred around 11:19 p.m. as the plane was attempting to take off and caused a brief engine fire that was subsequently extinguished by authorities, the airport said in an X post.
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Radio traffic recordings obtained by KDVR reveal the chilling description from first responders in the aftermath of the collision.
"Runway 17L is closed," a first responder reportedly said. "I do have limbs on the runway. I believe the aircraft struck an individual."
The individual was "at least partially consumed" by one of the plane's engines, ABC News reported.
Officials said 12 people were hurt and five were transported to a local hospital with injuries from the crash. Authorities have not yet revealed the identity of the individual struck by the aircraft.
"As far as security protocols, our security teams and Denver Police regularly patrol the perimeter of the airport. The person scaled the barbed-wire fence and was hit within two minutes," a Denver Airport spokesperson told Fox News Digital.
Denver International Airport later posted an update to X adding it "has examined the fenceline and found it to be intact."
"We are extremely saddened by this incident and express our sympathies to those involved," the statement concluded.
The incident is under investigation by the NTSB, FAA and Frontier Airlines.
Fox News Digital's Jesse Watson and Robert McGreevy contributed to this report.