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President Trump Grants Clemency to Former Congressman George Santos, Orders Prison Release

Former U.S. Representative George Santos has been released from prison after President Donald Trump commuted his seven-year sentence for fraud and identity theft. The controversial former lawmaker had been serving time after convictions related to campaign finance violations during his 2022 election campaign.

Presidential Intervention in High-Profile Case

President Donald Trump has commuted the prison sentence of former U.S. Representative George Santos, ordering his immediate release from federal custody, according to reports from Reuters. The controversial former lawmaker had been serving an 87-month sentence for fraud and identity theft convictions related to his 2022 congressional campaign.

by Priya Kapoor
PolicyTechnology

Texas Faces Constitutional Challenges Over New App Store Age Verification Mandate

Texas is facing significant legal pushback against its newly enacted app store age verification law. Two separate lawsuits claim the legislation violates constitutional rights and creates unnecessary privacy risks for users. The legal challenges could have far-reaching implications for digital commerce and free speech protections.

Legal Challenges Mount Against Texas App Store Legislation

Texas is confronting a substantial constitutional challenge following the enactment of its App Store Accountability Act, with two separate lawsuits filed this week alleging the legislation violates First Amendment protections. According to reports, the law scheduled to take effect January 1 would impose stringent age verification requirements on all app store platforms operating within Texas.

by Priya Kapoor
PolicyTrade

UK Shellfish Exports Face French Border Hurdles Despite Post-Brexit Reset Agreement

A major UK shellfish company reports significant financial losses after French customs officials rejected multiple shipments. The rejections come despite a recently announced UK-EU “reset” agreement aimed at reducing trade barriers. Industry representatives describe border enforcement as inconsistent and politically motivated.

British Shellfish Exporter Suffers Major Losses

One of Britain’s largest mussel exporters has reportedly lost approximately £150,000 after French customs officials rejected three shipments in recent weeks, according to industry reports. Devon-based Offshore Shellfish, a family-run business, has continued exporting to European markets despite the increased administrative burden following Brexit, but now faces what company leadership calls “subjective and inconsistent” border enforcement.

by Priya Kapoor