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Tennessee Manhunt: Suspect at Large After Allegedly Killing 4 Family Members, Leaving Infant Alive

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Tennessee Manhunt: Suspect at Large After Allegedly Killing 4 Family Members, Leaving Infant Alive

DYER COUNTY, Tenn. (BN24) — Authorities in Tennessee are searching for a man accused of killing four family members and abandoning an infant alive in a stranger’s front yard, in what investigators are calling a targeted and brutal attack.

Austin Robert Drummond, 29, is wanted on multiple charges, including four counts of first-degree murder, after officials discovered the bodies of four individuals on Tuesday along a rural road in Lake County, near the state’s borders with Arkansas, Missouri, and Kentucky.

The victims were identified as 38-year-old Cortney Rose, her two children—20-year-old Adrianna Williams and 15-year-old Braydon Williams—and Adrianna’s boyfriend, 21-year-old James “Michael” Wilson. According to family and law enforcement, all were killed in what investigators believe was not a random act.

In a chilling twist, Wilson and Adrianna Williams’ baby was found later that day in a car seat left in the front yard of a home in nearby Dyer County. Paramedics treated the infant, who was unharmed and is now in protective care, officials said.

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI), which is leading the manhunt, described Drummond as armed and dangerous. His abandoned white 2016 Audi was recovered in Jackson, Tennessee, where he is believed to have connections. Authorities suspect he remains in the region.

“This was an extremely tragic and violent event,” the TBI said in a statement, “but there was a sign of compassion—the baby left unharmed—that tells us there’s a possibility Austin may have some sense of hope or remorse.”

Drummond faces additional charges, including aggravated kidnapping, four counts of felon in possession of a firearm, and one count of possession of a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony.

District Attorney Danny Goodman confirmed that Drummond was out on bond at the time of the killings, awaiting trial for a separate attempted murder charge related to an incident that occurred while he was incarcerated for attempted robbery.

Authorities have offered a $15,000 reward for information leading to Drummond’s capture. TBI Director David Rausch urged the public to remain vigilant but not to approach the suspect. “We need the community’s help to bring him in safely,” Rausch said.

As the investigation unfolds, the killings have left a tight-knit rural community reeling, and officials continue to search for answers—and for justice.

Tesla Ordered to Pay $200 Million in Punitive Damages Over Fatal Autopilot Crash

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Tesla Ordered to Pay $200 Million in Punitive Damages Over Fatal Autopilot Crash

MIAMI (BN24) — A federal jury in Florida has ordered Tesla to pay $200 million in punitive damages, along with $43 million in compensatory damages, after finding the electric vehicle maker partially liable in a wrongful death lawsuit involving its Autopilot system.

The case stemmed from the 2019 death of 22-year-old Naibel Benavides Leon, who was struck and killed by a Tesla Model S operating on Autopilot at a T-shaped intersection. Her boyfriend, Dillon Angulo, was also hit in the crash and sustained life-altering injuries. The driver, George McGee, admitted to momentarily losing sight of the road after dropping his phone, but the jury found that Tesla shared significant responsibility for the crash due to defects in its semi-autonomous technology.

The plaintiffs argued that Tesla’s Autopilot system failed to react appropriately, even though the car’s internal sensors detected the impending collision. A key piece of evidence—a recovered augmented video that included data from the vehicle’s Autopilot computer—showed the car recognized the danger but did not intervene until the crash was unavoidable.

“What we ultimately learned from that video is that the vehicle 100% knew it was about to run off the roadway, through a stop sign, through a blinking red light, through a parked car, and into a pedestrian—yet it did nothing,” said attorney Adam Boumel, who represented the victims.

Plaintiffs’ attorneys sought $345 million in total damages during closing arguments, citing what they described as Tesla’s “reckless promotion” of its self-driving technology. “This verdict represents justice for Naibel’s tragic death and Dillon’s lifelong injuries,” said co-counsel Brett Schreiber. “It holds Tesla and Elon Musk accountable for inflating the company’s valuation with unfulfilled promises of autonomous driving.”

Tesla strongly disagreed with the outcome and vowed to appeal. “Today’s verdict is wrong and only serves to undermine efforts to advance life-saving technologies,” the company said in a statement. “This was never about Autopilot. The driver admitted responsibility from the start.”

Tesla contended the Autopilot system was not engaged in a way that absolved human oversight, but the jury concluded that the vehicle’s software bore partial fault for the failure to prevent the crash.

Legal analysts say the verdict could have far-reaching implications for Tesla and the autonomous driving industry at large. “This opens the floodgates,” said Miguel Custodio, a personal injury lawyer unaffiliated with the case. “It will embolden more plaintiffs to challenge Tesla’s safety claims.”

Plaintiffs’ attorney Todd Poses emphasized that the goal of the case was not only accountability but also public safety. “Tesla needs to go back to the drawing board,” he said. “Whether or not this sets a precedent for the company, we hope it leads to safer roads for everyone.”

The case marks one of the most significant legal challenges Tesla has faced over its Autopilot feature, amid ongoing scrutiny over multiple crashes linked to the system. While similar lawsuits have been dismissed in the past, Friday’s decision may change the legal landscape for the EV giant moving forward.

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Gunman at Large After 4 Killed in Montana Bar Shooting; Manhunt Underway Near Anaconda

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Gunman at Large After 4 Killed in Montana Bar Shooting; Manhunt Underway Near Anaconda

ANACONDA, Mont. (BN24) — Four people were fatally shot Friday morning inside a bar in the small Montana city of Anaconda, prompting an urgent manhunt for a suspect authorities say is armed and dangerous.

The shooting occurred around 10:30 a.m. local time at The Owl Bar, according to the Montana Division of Criminal Investigation. Law enforcement has identified the suspect as Michael Paul Brown, warning the public not to approach him under any circumstances and to call 911 with any information.

Local and state agencies, including SWAT units, are actively searching for Brown west of Anaconda, focusing on an area near Stumptown Road and Anderson Ranch Loop Road. Authorities urged residents to avoid the area while the investigation and manhunt are ongoing.

In a statement Friday, the Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Law Enforcement Department described Brown as “armed and dangerous.” He was last seen wearing a tie-dye shirt, blue jeans, and an orange bandana, according to the neighboring Granite County Sheriff’s Office.

Brown’s residence in Anaconda has already been cleared by a tactical team, but as of Friday afternoon, he remained at large.

The local newspaper, The Anaconda Leader, suspended its Friday print delivery in response to the ongoing threat. “Our office is closed until the situation is resolved,” the paper said in a social media post, adding that updates would continue to be published online.

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte said he was closely monitoring the unfolding tragedy. “Please join Susan and me in praying for the victims, their loved ones, and the brave law enforcement officers responding to this tragedy,” he posted online, referring to his wife, Susan Gianforte.

The motive for the attack remains unknown, and the identities of the victims have not been publicly released.

Friday’s mass shooting marks one of at least 256 such incidents in the U.S. so far in 2025, according to data from the Gun Violence Archive. The nonprofit defines a mass shooting as one in which at least four people are shot or killed, excluding the shooter. In 2024, the U.S. recorded 503 such incidents.

Anaconda, a historic mining town in southwestern Montana, has been shaken by the rare burst of violence. Residents have been urged to remain indoors while the search continues into the evening.

Trump Fires Top U.S. Jobs Official After Weak Employment Report Sparks Political Storm

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Trump Fires Top U.S. Jobs Official After Weak Employment Report Sparks Political Storm

WASHINGTON (BN24) — President Donald Trump on Friday removed the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics following the release of a disappointing July employment report, accusing the agency’s leadership of manipulating data for political reasons and undermining public trust in a cornerstone of U.S. economic policy.

The firing of Commissioner Erika McEntarfer — a Biden appointee confirmed by the Senate in 2023 — came hours after the latest jobs report revealed only 73,000 positions were added last month, with sharp downward revisions to May and June data totaling 258,000 fewer jobs than previously estimated.

“This Biden Political Appointee must be fired IMMEDIATELY,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “She will be replaced with someone much more competent and qualified.” The president offered no evidence that the numbers were manipulated but later doubled down, calling the figures “RIGGED” and alleging they were designed to “make the Republicans, and ME, look bad.”

McEntarfer’s abrupt ouster marks a rare and controversial intervention into a federal agency widely viewed as independent and data-driven. The Bureau of Labor Statistics, whose monthly jobs data is closely watched by Wall Street and policymakers alike, has long maintained a reputation as an impartial source of economic measurement.

In a follow-up post, Trump emphasized the revisions to May and June as grounds for dismissal. “No one can be that wrong,” he wrote. “Important numbers like this must be fair and accurate — they can’t be manipulated for political purposes.”

The July report also showed the unemployment rate ticking up slightly to 4.2% from 4.1%, amid broader signs of a slowing U.S. economy and rising inflation — dynamics some analysts have tied to Trump’s aggressive tariff policies.

In a statement following Trump’s post, Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer confirmed that McEntarfer was no longer heading the BLS and named Deputy Commissioner William Wiatrowski as acting director. “I support the President’s decision to replace Biden’s Commissioner and ensure the American People can trust the important and influential data coming from BLS,” she said on X.

Trump’s sweeping move prompted immediate backlash from economists and lawmakers. “Firing the Commissioner … threatens to destroy trust in core American institutions,” warned Arin Dube, an economist at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst. “I can’t stress how damaging this is.”

Democratic Senate Leader Chuck Schumer was blunt: “What does a bad leader do when they get bad news? Shoot the messenger.”

Despite now rejecting the jobs data, Trump had previously praised the very same numbers when the preliminary May report initially showed 139,000 jobs added. “GREAT JOB NUMBERS, STOCK MARKET UP BIG!” he posted on June 6. That number was later revised downward — first to 125,000, and now to just 19,000.

The BLS jobs report is one of the most sensitive economic indicators in the U.S., with early copies of the report stored in secure safes to prevent leaks. Revisions are a routine part of the monthly process, as more survey responses arrive over time. Economists note that slower reporting by businesses in recent years has led to larger-than-usual monthly adjustments.

Even so, Trump’s decision to remove the BLS commissioner over routine statistical revisions has sparked deep concern among economists, many of whom fear long-term damage to the credibility of U.S. economic reporting.

India Hit Back Hard on Day Two to Keep Final Test with England in the Balance

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India Hit Back Hard on Day Two to Keep Final Test with England in the Balance

LONDON (BN24) — India clawed back control in the final Test against England on Friday, producing a spirited bowling performance to leave the match finely poised after a chaotic and captivating Day Two at The Oval.

After England’s openers raced to a blistering start in the morning session, threatening to seize full control of the decider, India’s bowlers fought back with relentless intensity to bowl the hosts out for 247—just 23 runs ahead. India then responded with purpose in the final hour and a half, reaching 75-2 at stumps, a lead of 52 runs, with opener Yashasvi Jaiswal unbeaten on a fluent 51.

Earlier, England’s bowlers made short work of India’s fragile lower order. Resuming at 204-6, the visitors were dismissed for 224 within 30 minutes of play. Gus Atkinson led the charge with a career-best 5-33, dismantling the tail in clinical fashion in his first Test appearance since May. Karun Nair fell for 57 and Washington Sundar added 26, but the innings collapsed swiftly from there as Atkinson removed Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna for ducks.

England’s reply began in trademark aggressive style, surging to 92 without loss in just 12 overs. Ben Duckett, in particular, thrilled the crowd with an audacious reverse hook for six off Akash Deep, part of the fastest 50-run opening stand ever recorded by an England pair in Test cricket. Duckett was eventually dismissed for 43, caught behind attempting another reverse stroke.

At lunch, England were 109-1 and seemingly in control, but India once again demonstrated their resilience. Zac Crawley’s composed 64 ended tamely, and Ollie Pope followed soon after for 22. Mohammed Siraj then trapped Joe Root lbw for 29, before removing Harry Brook late in the day for 53 in a rain-affected final session. With Chris Woakes unavailable due to injury, England were all out for 247, Krishna finishing with 4-62 and Siraj claiming four wickets as well.

India’s second innings began positively despite the overcast skies. Jaiswal, reprieved on 40 after a drop in the deep, counter-attacked with authority, guiding India past England’s total. KL Rahul fell for seven to Josh Tongue, and Sai Sudharsan was trapped lbw by Atkinson for 11, but the visitors closed in a strong position at 75-2, with Deep on four at the other end.

With sunny weather forecast and a full house expected for Day Three, the dramatic momentum swings that have defined the series show no signs of easing. The Test—and the summer-long contest—remains delicately poised.

French Prosecutors Seek Criminal Trial for PSG’s Achraf Hakimi Over Rape Allegation

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French Prosecutors Seek Criminal Trial for PSG’s Achraf Hakimi Over Rape Allegation

PARIS (BN24) — French prosecutors on Friday requested that Paris Saint-Germain and Morocco national team defender Achraf Hakimi stand trial for the alleged rape of a 24-year-old woman in 2023, a charge the footballer has consistently denied.

The request was made by the Nanterre prosecutor’s office, which asked the investigating magistrate to refer the case to a criminal court. “It is now up to the investigating magistrate to make a decision within the framework of his order,” the office said in a statement provided to Agence France-Presse.

Hakimi, 26, was charged in March 2023 following accusations made by a woman who told authorities she met the footballer on Instagram in January of that year. She alleged that he invited her to his home, sending a taxi to pick her up. According to police sources cited by AFP at the time, the woman claimed that once at the residence, Hakimi initiated non-consensual sexual contact and raped her. She later managed to contact a friend, who came to retrieve her. Although the woman did not initially file a formal complaint, prosecutors opted to move forward with the charges based on the information provided.

The Paris Saint-Germain full-back, who played a key role in Morocco’s historic run to the semi-finals at the 2022 FIFA World Cup and scored in PSG’s 5-0 victory over Inter Milan in the 2025 UEFA Champions League final, has denied the allegations.

In response to the prosecutors’ request for a trial, Hakimi’s attorney, Fanny Colin, called the move “incomprehensible and senseless in light of the case’s elements,” and stated that they would appeal any decision to proceed with a trial. “If these requisitions were to be followed, we would obviously pursue all avenues of appeal,” she told AFP.

Meanwhile, the lawyer representing the woman, Rachel-Flore Pardo, described the development as a positive step. “My client welcomes this news with immense relief,” she said.

A final decision from the investigating judge on whether the case will go to trial is expected in the coming weeks.

Tiger Kills Zookeeper During Behind-the-Scenes Tour at Jerusalem’s Biblical Zoo

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Tiger Kills Zookeeper During Behind-the-Scenes Tour at Jerusalem’s Biblical Zoo

JERUSALEM (BN24) — A zookeeper at Jerusalem’s Biblical Zoo was killed Friday morning after being mauled by a tiger that escaped from its enclosure during a behind-the-scenes tour, authorities said.

Uriel Nuri, 36, who headed the zoo’s carnivore team, suffered fatal injuries to his upper body in the attack and was rushed to the trauma unit at Hadassah University Hospital-Ein Kerem. Despite extensive efforts by medical staff, he was pronounced dead at the hospital.

“After prolonged resuscitation efforts, the team was forced to declare him dead,” Hadassah Medical Center said in a statement. “The hospital staff is accompanying his family at this difficult time and shares in their grief.”

According to the zoo, the incident occurred as staff prepared a routine enrichment activity for the tigers while visitors observed from behind a protective glass barrier. During the preparation, a tiger broke free from its enclosure into an inner courtyard and attacked Nuri.

“The tragic event occurred this morning, when during a routine activity to prepare the tigers for enrichment, which took place as part of a behind-the-scenes tour for visitors to the zoo, a tiger managed to escape from the tiger enclosure into the inner courtyard and attack one of the zoo employees who was preparing the activity,” the zoo said in a statement.

Zoo officials emphasized that visitors were never in physical danger, noting that all guests remained safely behind glass windows throughout the incident.

The zoo, located in southwest Jerusalem and closed to the public following the attack, is cooperating with Israeli police in an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tiger’s escape. The Israeli newspaper Haaretz reported that authorities are examining whether a faulty or unsecured door may have allowed the animal to leave its enclosure.

Nuri, known for sharing videos of his daily work with the zoo’s carnivores on social media, was a well-respected figure within the facility. “Our pain is immense and our hearts go out to Uriel’s family,” the zoo said in a statement mourning his death.

The 62-acre zoo, formally known as the Tisch Family Zoological Gardens, is home to a variety of species mentioned in the Bible and critically endangered animals, including Sumatran tigers. Last year, a separate incident at the zoo left a staff member seriously injured after being bitten by a crocodile.

Prosecutors Reject Diddy’s $50M Bail Bid, Warn of Longer Prison Term and Danger to Public

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Prosecutors Reject Diddy’s $50M Bail Bid, Warn of Longer Prison Term and Danger to Public

NEW YORK (BN24) — Federal prosecutors have rejected music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs’ $50 million bail request, arguing that the 55-year-old poses a serious flight risk and remains a danger to the community; while also warning he could face a significantly longer prison sentence than previously expected.

In a court filing on Thursday, prosecutors said Combs may receive a sentence “substantially higher” than the initial 4–5 year estimate following his conviction on two federal charges related to the transportation of individuals for prostitution. Each charge carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison. The new assessment suggests sentencing guidelines could justify a term beyond what was originally anticipated.

Combs was acquitted earlier this month of more severe charges, including racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking, both of which carried potential life sentences. However, he was convicted on two counts involving the arrangement of sexual encounters with both women and male sex workers—acts prosecutors say he sometimes filmed.

Prosecutors have asked that Combs remain at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn until his sentencing, which is scheduled for October 3. They assert that Combs has failed to demonstrate “exceptional circumstances” that would justify his release ahead of sentencing, and pointed to what they described as an “extensive history of violence” that makes his continued detention necessary.

Defense attorney Marc Agnifilo has argued for Combs’ release, citing what he called inhumane jail conditions, the music executive’s ongoing commitment to his seven children, and his claim that the case has been unfairly politicized. Agnifilo characterized Combs’ lifestyle as consensual and non-criminal, describing it as “a swingers lifestyle” and denying that he poses any danger to the public.

Still, prosecutors contend that Combs’ past conduct and the risk of flight override any claims about improved behavior or family obligations. They argue that his access to wealth and international connections further increase the chances he could flee the country if released.

U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian, who previously denied Combs’ initial bail motion, is expected to make a final ruling on the renewed request in the coming days.

 Trump Orders U.S. Nuclear Submarines Repositioned After Russia’s Medvedev’s “Provocative” Remarks

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 Trump Orders U.S. Nuclear Submarines Repositioned After Russia’s Medvedev’s “Provocative” Remarks

WASHINGTON (BN24) — President Donald Trump on Friday ordered two U.S. nuclear submarines to reposition in response to what he called “highly provocative” remarks made by former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, in a move signaling heightened tensions between Washington and Moscow.

160801-O-N0101-111 GROTON, Conn. (Aug. 1, 2016) The future Virginia-class attack submarine USS Illinois (SSN 786) conducts sea trials. Illinois is a flexible, multi-mission platform designed to carry out the seven core competencies of the submarine force: anti-submarine warfare; anti-surface warfare; delivery of special operations forces; strike warfare; irregular warfare; intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance; and mine warfare. (U.S. Navy photo courtesy of General Dynamics Electric Boat/Released)

Posting to his Truth Social platform, Trump said the deployment was triggered by inflammatory rhetoric from Medvedev, now deputy chairman of Russia’s National Security Council. “I have ordered two Nuclear Submarines to be positioned in the appropriate regions, just in case these foolish and inflammatory statements are more than just that,” Trump wrote. He added, “Words are very important, and can often lead to unintended consequences. I hope this will not be one of those instances.”

Though the U.S. Navy does not typically disclose the locations of its ballistic missile submarines, which regularly patrol global hotspots, the announcement introduces a new flashpoint amid a volatile chapter in U.S.-Russia relations.

The move comes as Trump continues to press Moscow for a cease-fire in its war with Ukraine. He recently dispatched special envoy Steve Witkoff to Russia with a demand that the Kremlin make tangible progress toward ending hostilities. Trump has shortened his original 50-day deadline for a cease-fire to just 10 days, with that period set to expire next week.

Trump’s warning followed an early Thursday post in which he labeled Medvedev a “failed former President of Russia” and told him to “watch his words.” Hours later, Medvedev replied on Russian social media, declaring, “Russia is right on everything and will continue to go its own way.”

Medvedev, who served as Russia’s president from 2008 to 2012 during a constitutional interlude that barred Vladimir Putin from a consecutive term, was once seen as a liberal reformer. Since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, however, he has become a firebrand voice in Russian politics, frequently making bellicose statements and issuing veiled nuclear threats toward the West.

Observers say Medvedev’s transformation is aimed at currying favor with hardline Kremlin elites, as he routinely attacks Western leaders and supports escalated military action. Trump and Medvedev have clashed publicly in the past, often trading jabs online.

On July 15, following Trump’s announcement to boost military support for Ukraine through NATO and introduce additional tariffs on Moscow, Medvedev mocked the effort as a “theatrical ultimatum,” claiming “Russia didn’t care.”

More recently, Medvedev ridiculed Trump’s countdown for a cease-fire, stating: “Trump’s playing the ultimatum game with Russia: 50 days or 10. He should remember two things: 1. Russia isn’t Israel or even Iran. 2. Each new ultimatum is a threat and a step towards war—not between Russia and Ukraine, but with his own country.”

As diplomatic tensions escalate and U.S. strategic forces respond accordingly, the coming days may prove pivotal in determining whether the rhetoric remains symbolic or escalates into direct confrontation.

Ghislaine Maxwell Moved to Texas Prison Camp Amid Renewed Focus on Epstein Case

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Ghislaine Maxwell Moved to Texas Prison Camp Amid Renewed Focus on Epstein Case

WASHINGTON (BN24) — Ghislaine Maxwell, the longtime associate of disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, has been transferred from a low-security federal prison in Florida to a minimum-security prison camp in Bryan, Texas, the Bureau of Prisons confirmed Friday, as public scrutiny of the Epstein sex trafficking case intensifies once again.

The federal agency did not elaborate on the circumstances of Maxwell’s move. Her attorney confirmed the transfer but declined to provide details on the rationale or timing behind the decision.

Maxwell, 62, was sentenced to 20 years in 2021 after being convicted of multiple charges, including conspiring with Epstein to sexually abuse underage girls between 1994 and 2004. Her high-profile trial captured global attention and became a focal point in the broader reckoning over elite complicity in sex trafficking.

Until recently, Maxwell had been serving her sentence at a low-security facility in Tallahassee, Florida. Her new placement at the Bryan Federal Prison Camp—a minimum-security facility without perimeter fencing—signals a continued classification as a low-risk inmate. The camp also houses other high-profile inmates, including Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes and “Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” cast member Jen Shah.

Minimum-security camps are designed to house inmates who pose little security threat and typically perform support work such as groundskeeping or maintenance. The facilities generally operate with more lenient movement policies than traditional federal prisons.

Maxwell’s transfer comes amid renewed political and public pressure on the Department of Justice to be more transparent about the Epstein investigation. Last month, the DOJ sparked widespread backlash by stating that it would not release additional documents tied to the case.

In response, administration officials have made efforts to appear more forthcoming. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche interviewed Maxwell over two days last week at a Florida courthouse, signaling potential new investigative interest.

Separately, the House Oversight Committee has announced plans to question Maxwell as part of its probe. Her legal team said she is open to speaking with lawmakers, but only under a grant of immunity that would protect her from further prosecution based on any statements made during the interview.

The Epstein case continues to draw intense interest due to the late financier’s powerful social connections and the murky circumstances surrounding his 2019 death in a New York jail cell while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges.

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