SUMMARY: Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s convicted associate, was interviewed for a second day by the DOJ in Tallahassee amid public demand for transparency. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, former Trump attorney, leads the talks, sparking conflict-of-interest concerns. Maxwell’s lawyer, David Markus, praised her cooperation and denied any clemency offer. Critics highlight Trump’s potential ties to Epstein, with sealed records allegedly referencing him, intensifying calls for an independent investigation. Activists protested, accusing Trump and former Florida AG Bondi of protecting predators and breaking promises to release files. Maxwell will be formally deposed on August 11, with bipartisan pressure for an impartial special investigator on the Epstein case.

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SUMMARY: President Donald Trump has taken steps to keep Alina Habba, his former defense attorney, as acting U.S. Attorney for New Jersey despite a federal judges’ panel declining to extend her interim tenure. Habba’s term was ending, and judges had appointed her subordinate, Desiree Leigh Grace, to replace her. However, Trump’s administration withdrew Habba’s nomination and designated her acting U.S. Attorney, allowing her to remain for 210 days. Habba, noted for controversial prosecutions—including against Newark Mayor Ras Baraka and Rep. LaMonica McIver—and investigations into state officials, has faced opposition from New Jersey’s Democratic senators, complicating her permanent appointment.

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SUMMARY: Florida’s Parental Rights in Education Act, often called the “Don’t Say Gay” law, was signed over three years ago but does not actually ban the word “gay” in schools. The law restricts classroom instruction on sexual orientation or gender identity in kindergarten through third grade, later extended through high school with health class exceptions. Critics argue it’s vague and could silence LGBTQ+ discussions, but officials clarify several misconceptions: bullying is prohibited regardless of orientation; Gay-Straight Alliances can form; books with incidental gay references are allowed; dress codes apply as usual; same-sex couples can attend school dances; employees can’t be fired for orientation; and classrooms can display supportive symbols.

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