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Federal Appeals Court Rules Pentagon Transgender Ban Illegal
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Federal Appeals Court Rules Pentagon Transgender Ban Illegal

A divided federal appeals panel ruled Monday that the Pentagon's policy banning transgender troops from military service violates the law, though the ban remains in effect pending further review. The decision marks another legal setback for the Trump administration's military policies.

6/2/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
USS Ford Returns Home After Year-Long Deployment
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USS Ford Returns Home After Year-Long Deployment

The USS Ford has returned to its home port after spending nearly a year at sea. The aircraft carrier's arrival allows crew members to take leave while significant plumbing issues aboard the $13 billion vessel can finally be addressed.

6/2/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Colorado Clerk Convicted of Election Tampering Released Early
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Colorado Clerk Convicted of Election Tampering Released Early

Tina Peters, a former Colorado county clerk convicted of interfering in the 2020 elections, has been released from jail early following pressure from President Trump on the state's Democratic governor. The case had drawn national attention as Peters was found guilty of tampering with voting machines.

6/2/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Justice Department to Comply with Court Order Halting Trump Fund
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Justice Department to Comply with Court Order Halting Trump Fund

The Justice Department announced it will abide by a federal court ruling that temporarily blocks the Trump administration's $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund while legal challenges proceed. The fund, intended to compensate those who claim federal government persecution, faces scrutiny from multiple federal judges.

6/1/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Trump Suggests MAGA Rally Replace America's 250th Birthday Concert
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Trump Suggests MAGA Rally Replace America's 250th Birthday Concert

President Trump has proposed replacing the Great American State Fair with a Make America Great Again rally after numerous high-profile musicians withdrew from the National Mall celebration scheduled to begin June 25. The event, organized by Freedom 250, has faced mounting criticism over its partisan nature.

5/31/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Hegseth Calls for Increased Asian Military Spending
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Hegseth Calls for Increased Asian Military Spending

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth urged Asian allies to increase military expenditures to counter China's military expansion during a major security summit in Singapore, while notably omitting any mention of Taiwan in his prepared remarks.

5/30/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Pride Celebrations Face Funding Crisis Amid Corporate Retreat
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Pride Celebrations Face Funding Crisis Amid Corporate Retreat

Pride organizers across the nation report significant declines in corporate sponsorships, with some events expecting only 30-40% of previous funding levels. The pullback follows the Trump administration's targeting of diversity initiatives, forcing organizers to seek alternative funding sources.

5/30/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Young Collectors Embrace Vintage Paper at Allentown Show
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Young Collectors Embrace Vintage Paper at Allentown Show

Despite growing up in the digital age, a new generation of collectors is discovering the appeal of vintage paper ephemera. At a recent paper show in Allentown, Pennsylvania, young enthusiasts demonstrated that old postcards and comics retain their collectible value even as society moves away from physical media.

5/30/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Trump Pushes for Appearance on New $250 Bill
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Trump Pushes for Appearance on New $250 Bill

President Trump is advocating for his image to be featured on a proposed $250 bill, according to discussions with financial historians. The unprecedented move raises questions about presidential currency traditions and the process for determining who appears on American money.

5/29/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Judge Blocks Trump Name from Kennedy Center
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Judge Blocks Trump Name from Kennedy Center

A federal judge has ruled that President Trump cannot add his name to the Kennedy Center, stating that only Congress has the authority to rename the Washington, D.C. arts complex. The ruling also temporarily halts a planned two-year closure for renovations.

5/29/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
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