Unexplained drone sightings along the US East Coast have sparked public concern and prompted a joint statement from federal agencies, assuring the public there’s no national security threat. However, the lack of concrete answers and numerous reports of mistaken identity have fueled anxiety and prompted warnings against interfering with suspected drones. Lawmakers are calling for increased transparency from federal agencies.
A combined $60,000 reward is now offered for information leading to the arrest of the suspect who fatally shot UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City. The NYPD and FBI are collaborating on the investigation, and the suspect is believed to have fled the city.
A wave of bomb threats and swatting incidents targeting US lawmakers and Trump administration nominees has prompted a joint FBI investigation. The attacks, which included threats delivered via mail and false reports to police, caused significant fear and disruption during Thanksgiving.
Following Donald Trump’s victory in the US election, a disturbing wave of racist text messages targeting Black Americans with slavery references has emerged across the nation. The messages, which have been reported in at least 11 states, have prompted an FBI investigation and raised concerns about escalating racial tensions. The text messages, often addressed to recipients by name, instructed them to report to a plantation for slave labor, referencing President-elect Donald Trump and invoking the painful history of slavery in the United States. The NAACP has condemned the messages as a reflection of emboldened racist groups. The messages have targeted schools, colleges, and universities, with historically Black institutions particularly affected.
Mike Jeffries, the former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch, has pleaded not guilty to charges of sex trafficking. Jeffries and his partner, Matthew Smith, are accused of using force, fraud, and coercion to traffic men for sexual exploitation at events held in their residences and hotels worldwide. The case stems from a BBC investigation that exposed alleged abuse and exploitation by Jeffries and Smith. The former CEO is currently under house arrest while awaiting trial.
The Trump campaign has reportedly been targeted by Chinese hackers, with cellphones used by former President Trump and his running mate, JD Vance, potentially compromised. The FBI and CISA are investigating the unauthorized access to commercial telecommunications infrastructure, while the Trump campaign blames the Biden administration for the alleged attack, claiming it’s a continuation of election interference. This incident follows previous hacking attempts against the Trump campaign by Iranian hackers in 2020 and 2023.
Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries is facing allegations of sexual exploitation from several men, who claim they were abused and drugged during modelling events. The allegations include claims of forced kissing, unwanted sexual advances, and verbal abuse. The BBC investigation, which started in 2022, has now grown to include 20 men, with the FBI also launching an investigation.
Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard, facing allegations of financial misconduct and an FBI investigation, held a board meeting despite its postponement by trustees, further escalating tensions in the suburban Illinois town. The meeting lacked a quorum, and the mayor appointed new staff despite a lack of legal authority. The mayor maintains that her administration has cleaned up Dolton, but a preliminary report by former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot revealed a significant drop in the town’s general fund balance and excessive spending by Henyard.
Dolton, Illinois Mayor Tiffany Henyard is facing a growing list of accusations, including lavish spending, alleged corruption, and retaliation against employees. Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot has been hired to investigate Henyard’s financial conduct, revealing a significant deficit in Dolton’s general fund and questionable spending habits. The FBI is also investigating Henyard and her allies, while former employees and trustees are speaking out against her leadership.
Dolton, Illinois Mayor Tiffany Henyard is under fire for alleged financial misconduct and questionable spending habits. Her top aide, Lewis A. Lacey, was indicted on bankruptcy fraud charges, adding fuel to the fire. Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot, hired to investigate Henyard, revealed shocking financial irregularities, including excessive overtime pay for police officers and questionable spending on personal luxuries. The FBI is actively investigating Henyard, and her actions are raising concerns among residents about the financial stability of Dolton.
