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FBI Searches Georgia Election Site for 2020 Election Records
The FBI served a search warrant at the Fulton County Elections Hub and Operations Center in Georgia on Wednesday, seeking records related to the 2020 elections, according to a spokesperson for the county. The FBI confirmed they were conducting court-authorized activity at the facility. The search comes after repeated claims of voter fraud in Georgia by former President Donald Trump. "This operation is still actively underway," the Fulton County spokesperson said. The investigation is occurring amid an existing criminal probe into Trump's efforts to overturn Georgia election results.
Small Plane Crash in Colombia Kills 15
A small plane crashed in a rural area of the Norte de Santander department in northeast Colombia on Wednesday, killing all 15 people on board. According to Satena, the state-owned airline that operated the flight, local officials in the community of Curasica notified authorities about the crash site, prompting the deployment of a rescue team. Colombia's Transportation Ministry later confirmed that "once the aircraft was located on site, authorities regrettably confirmed that there were no survivors." The aircraft, registration number HK4709, departed from the airport in Cúcuta, the department's capital, at 11:42 a.m. local time, en route to Ocaña. Among the deceased was a local lawmaker.
Man Arrested After Spraying Liquid on Representative Ilhan Omar
Anthony J. Kazmierczak, 55, was arrested in Minneapolis on Tuesday night after allegedly spraying a liquid at Representative Ilhan Omar during a town hall event. Kazmierczak was tackled to the ground after squirting a brownish liquid smelling of vinegar at Ms. Omar, who was speaking in North Minneapolis, according to the New York Times. He is currently in jail on suspicion of assault while prosecutors determine what charges to file. Kazmierczak, who went by Andy on Facebook, had a history of posting about conservative issues and criticizing Democratic lawmakers, including Ms. Omar. According to the New York Times, he had recently told a neighbor that he might be arrested at an event featuring the congresswoman.
Reality Star's Son Seeks Trump Pardon for Father
Steven McBee, son of reality TV star Steve McBee Sr., is seeking a presidential pardon for his father, claiming the family was "targeted" by federal prosecutors. Steve McBee Sr., star of "McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboys," is currently serving a two-year sentence. McBee Jr. described the case as a "trophy prosecution at the highest level" on the "Like a Farmer" podcast. "It's a legitimate thing," McBee said, regarding the pardon request. "There are obviously a lot of steps involved in asking for a pardon. He's getting all the documentation together." Steve McBee Sr. has said he lost 20 million in loans since his sentencing.
Woman Arrested in Minneapolis Riot After Viral "Bananas and Rice" Remarks
Nasra Ahmed, 23, of Minnesota, was one of 16 people arrested in Minneapolis and accused of participating in a riot. The arrest follows escalating clashes with protesters and increased enforcement by federal authorities. Ahmed gained attention after remarks she made during a Jan. 21 news conference, comparing Somali American identity to a cultural mix she described as "bananas and rice," a phrase that subsequently spread across social media.
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