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CNN
13 hours ago
- Politics
- CNN
AG Bondi says there's no change to her position on Epstein after Trump suggests she could release more files
Attorney General Pam Bondi said Tuesday that last week's memo declining to release files on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein 'speaks for itself,' rejecting questions about making new documents public. 'Today our memo speaks for itself, and we will get back to you about anything else,' Bondi told reporters Tuesday, responding to questions about President Donald Trump's earlier comment that Bondi should release 'whatever she thinks is credible.' Her comments came during a press conference at the Drug Enforcement Agency, highlighting law enforcement seizures of 64,000 pounds of methamphetamines — including those in pill form — in drug busts since January, including several that happened over the July 4th holiday weekend. Though the surge in drugs like meth-laced pills is a national threat — and drug cases are of particular importance to the attorney general — it was not enough to divert attention from the Epstein controversy. That was evident during the event Tuesday, as reporters repeatedly asked about additional disclosures, as well as her relationship with FBI Director Kash Patel and Deputy Director Dan Bongino. Bondi repeatedly said she would not answer questions on the matter. Bondi said that she, Patel and Bongino are 'all committed' to 'fighting as a team' to accomplish Trump administration priorities like reducing violent crime. 'I'm going to be here as long as the president wants me here, and I believe he's made that crystal clear it's four years,' Bondi said of the drama and subsequent calls for her resignation. 'Well, three and a half now, right?' she said. This story is breaking and will be updated.
CTV News
16 hours ago
- CTV News
Driver faces drug charges after parking lot bust by officers on bikes
Police say two officers on bike patrol busted a driver accused of drug-related offences in Caledon, Ont., on Mon., July 14, 2025. (OPP)
News24
16 hours ago
- News24
Sibiya asked to take leave; Standard Bank manager's bail bid: Today's top 7 stories in 7 minutes
News24 brings you the top 7 stories of the day. News24 brings you the top stories of the day, summarised into neat little packages. Read through quickly or listen to the articles via our customised text-to-speech feature. Lieutenant General Shadrack Sibiya asked to take leave of absence amid Mkhwanazi claims - Lieutenant General Shadrack Sibiya has been asked to take a leave of absence. - This follows allegations of links to criminal syndicates and interference in murder investigations. - The allegations were made by KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Tammy Petersen/News24 Standard Bank manager in R18m cocaine bust shares rags-to-riches story in bail bid - Raed Cupido, a bank manager and businessman, is charged with drug dealing and illegal gun possession after a bust at a storage unit containing cocaine, an AK-47, and other weapons. - Cupido portrayed himself as a successful citizen with multi-million rand properties, detailing his journey from a financially struggling student to a high-earning professional with a property portfolio and international travel. - Christopher Carelse, arrested as a co-accused, also intends to plead not guilty, stating he is a business manager with a family and property in Gauteng. Ashraf Hendricks/GroundUp Judge orders WhatsApp, Instagram to stop user posting sexual content of SA school kids - The Gauteng High Court ordered Meta to shut down WhatsApp channels and Instagram profiles sharing explicit content of South African schoolchildren and to identify the perpetrator. - The distribution of the material posed immediate harm, prompting 'extremely urgent legal action' to prevent massive release threats and protect children from irreparable damage. - The illegal accounts solicited explicit content from minors and distributed it widely, violating child rights and spreading defamatory claims tied to social media handles. Thulani Mbele/Gallo Images DA claims Trump administration denied Mcebisi Jonas' visa, rejected credentials - The DA claims the US denied President Ramaphosa's special envoy, Mcebisi Jonas, a diplomatic visa in May. - The DA says Ramaphosa was aware Jonas was not welcome in Washington and was urged to appoint an alternative envoy. - Ramaphosa appointed Jonas as a special envoy to the US in April to foster partnerships and advance South Africa's interests. WesBank, GWM in 'game-changer' deal that promises to cut car repayments - WesBank and GWM have agreed to a new vehicle finance partnership that will lower car prices and boost affordability for South African buyers. - GWM will take on more financial risk, allowing WesBank to offer better pricing and more flexible repayment terms to dealers. - WesBank expects more Chinese automakers to enter the South African market in 2025, increasing competition and further disrupting the market. Richard Huggard/Gallo Images Bok No 8 Jasper Wiese cops 4-game ban for headbutt - Jasper Wiese has been banned for four Tests after receiving a red card for headbutting an opponent in the Springboks' win over Italy. - He will miss the upcoming Test against Georgia and the first three Rugby Championship matches. - Wiese will be eligible to play in the Boks' last three Rugby Championship games.
The Herald
2 days ago
- The Herald
Heroin and tik worth about R54m seized at Cape Town home
A police raid that uncovered 6kg of heroin in a bedroom cupboard turned into a major drug bust when officers found more than 150kg of narcotics stashed in the roof of a house in Goodwood, Cape Town. Police received information and descended on the property in Molteno Street on Sunday. 'During the search members discovered and seized 6kg of heroin found in a cupboard in one room. The occupant of the room, a 32 year-old Tanzanian national, was arrested and charged for dealing in heroin with an estimated street value of almost R1m,' said police spokesperson Lt Col Malcolm Pojie. Another 100g of heroin, worth about R16,000, was found in a second bedroom, leading to the arrest of a 28-year-old Burundi national. 'While processing the suspects, the members received information about more drugs hidden at the residence. The members expanded the search, leading to the discovery of 145kg of tik and 16kg of heroin in the roof . The estimated street value is R53.3m, bringing the total value of the discovery to R54.3m,' said Pojie. The suspects are due to appear in the Goodwood magistrate's court on Tuesday. TimesLIVE
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
Jackson police seize large stash of marijuana, OxyContin
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson police announced they seized a 'significant amount' of marijuana while conducting a search warrant. Investigators said the Narcotics Unit executed the search warrant at a home in the 400 block of North Flag Chapel Road on July 11. Officers confiscated the marijuana, along with several amounts of Oxycontin pills and a FN Hershel semi-auto handgun. Man believed to be from Mississippi wanted for Tennessee shooting Police said the came is an active investigation involving multiple people of interest. The Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics (MBN) and the Hinds County Sheriff's Office assisted with the operation. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
