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When a beautiful young wife goes missing, police take a closer look at her older husband's past relationships.Sources: 1. Dowling, Paul. Forensic Files. 2002.2. “Emelita Villa Reeves (1968-1994) - Find a Grave Memorial.” Find a Grave - Millions of Cemetery Records, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/223146547/emelita-reeves. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.3. “Jack Wayne Reeves v. The State of Texas--Appeal from 52nd District Court of Coryell County :: 1996 :: Texas Court of Appeals, Tenth District Decisions :: Texas Case Law :: Texas Law :: U.S. Law :: Justia.” Justia Law, https://law.justia.com/cases/texas/tenth-court-of-appeals/1996/7004.html. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.4. “Myong Hui Chong Reeves (1957-1986) - Find a Grave Memorial.” Find a Grave - Millions of Cemetery Records, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/113353686/myong-hui-reeves. Accessed 1 May 2025.5. “Sharon DeLane Vaughn Reeves (1944-1978) - Find a Grave Memorial.” Find a Grave - Millions of Cemetery Records, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/63748251/sharon_delane-reeves. Accessed 26 Apr. 2025.6. Springer, Patricia. Mail Order Murder. Pinnacle Books, 1999.7. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Oct. 1995.8. Sulphur Times-Democrat, 19 May 1960.9. Sulphur Times-Democrat, 18 Apr. 1963.10. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Aug. 1996.This Week's Episode is Brought To You By:MasterClass - Learn from the best to be your best - 15% off an annual membership https://masterclass.com/lovemurderFind LOVE MURDER online:Website: lovemurder.loveInstagram: @lovemurderpodTwitter: @lovemurderpodFacebook: LoveMrdrPodTikTok: @LoveMurderPodPatreon: /LoveMurderPodCredits: Love Murder is hosted by Jessie Pray and Andie Cassette, researched by Sarah Lynn Robinson and researched and written by Jessie Pray, produced by Nathaniel Whittemore and edited by Kyle Barbour-HoffmanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Long established legal norms continue to be challenged by Trump's Justice Department, leading Andrew and Mary to emphasize how the courts have grown increasingly frustrated with the administration's tactics. They begin with last Thursday's ruling from Judge Rodriguez in Texas, that Trump was unjustified in using the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan migrants. After a review of what that means for his ‘extraction' efforts, Andrew and Mary go deep on an assessment made public from the National Intelligence Council, that indicates despite Trump's presidential proclamation evoking the Alien Enemies Act, intelligence officials do not see a strong link between the Venezuelan government and Tren de Aragua. And lastly this week, they look at the latest judicial pushback on Trump's attempts to threaten law firms, after Judge Beryl Howell ruled against his targeting of Perkins Coie by executive order.Further reading: Here is the assessment from the National Intelligence Council on the relationship between the Maduro government and Tren de Aragua, courtesy of the New York Times.Want to listen to this show without ads? Sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts.

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Connie Almeida, the Director of the Fort Bend County Behavioral Health Services Department. She tells us about Always Parenting, a second chance program that assists individuals currently incarcerated (or have been in the last 6 months) at the Fort Bend County Jail and have minor children.If you have an innovation in mental health that you'd like to see on the podcast, email JCMH@txcourts.gov with the subject line "Reimagining Justice."*Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the JCMH, the Supreme Court of Texas, or the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. The material and information presented here are for general information purposes only.

Andrew and Mary begin this week by acknowledging that, as the Trump administration approaches its 100th day mark, some themes have materialized. One is intimidation, exemplified most recently with the arrest of Wisconsin state court judge Hannah Dugan last Friday, while Trump continues to clash with local authorities over his deportation efforts. Another theme is due process, or the lack of it. Our Main Justice hosts point to a litany of immigration issues front and center this week, including the wrongful deportation of US citizen children, Attorney General Pam Bondi's March memo to law enforcement laying out how to implement the Alien Enemies Act, and what happened when the government was compelled to have a hearing in a Texas case: they fell flat on the merits. And before wrapping up, Andrew and Mary explain why Trump's media policy change, tossing out Biden era protections for journalists, is problematic for a free press.Further reading: Mary's recent Op-ed in the Washington Post: What Alito got right in his El Salvador case dissent.Pam Bondi's March 14th memo issuing guidance for implementing the Alien Enemies Act.Pam Bondi's April 25th memo updating the policy regarding obtaining information from, or records of, members of the news media.A note to listeners: In the Abrego Garcia case, despite the earlier admission in court that his removal was a mistake, the government's current position is that he a member of MS 13, which his lawyers deny.Want to listen to this show without ads? Sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts.

In this episode, we are joined by Jim Bethke, Executive Director of the Bexar Counsel Managed Assigned Counsel Office, and Katy Jo Muncie, Deputy Director and Director of Defense Services and Outreach at the Capital Area Private Defender Service in Travis County. They tell us about the Managed Assigned Counsel model, which is the assignment of qualified attorneys to represent criminally-accused indigent people.If you have an innovation in mental health that you'd like to see on the podcast, email JCMH@txcourts.gov with the subject line "Reimagining Justice."*Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the JCMH, the Supreme Court of Texas, or the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. The material and information presented here are for general information purposes only.

In this deeply emotional and controversial episode of Behind The Mike Podcast, host Mike Stone sits down with Jeff Younger, the Texas father whose battle to protect his son from gender transition has captured national attention.Jeff shares the harrowing story of his ex-wife beginning the process of transitioning their son at age two, the legal war that followed, and how his Christian faith has guided every decision—even when faced with prison for refusing to pay for what California courts define as "medical child support."

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Senator Bryan Hughes is working to get Texas back to sanity with its Attorney General's office prosecuting election crimes as it did since 1951 before a stupid, ignorant ruling from the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals in 2021. This is greatly needed but will a good bill move in the Texas House? The same crowd is in charge in the House to setup the sham impeachment of A.G. Paxton and nothing indicates those folk have stopped their efforts to politically destroy the conservative attorney general.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Wind, wind, and more wind. Xcel turns off power to 17,000; vehicle accidents; canceled flights, and; Lubbock's airport recorded an 81 mph gust at 7:15 a.m. Where is the windiest city in the US? Texas claims 5 of top 10. Lubbock is not #1.Oil and gas rig count unchanged in Texas but Canada has an epic pullback!Trump's Dept. of Education has launched a much needed investigation into 50 universities, including Rice and UNT, over racial discrimination. Texas Tech Health Sciences Center has reached of settlement of engaging in racial discrimination.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

This Day in Legal History: Jack Ruby ConvictedOn March 14, 1964, Jack Ruby was convicted of murdering Lee Harvey Oswald, the accused assassin of President John F. Kennedy. Ruby, a Dallas nightclub owner, had shot Oswald on live television two days after Kennedy's assassination, as police were transferring Oswald from the city jail. The highly publicized trial concluded with a guilty verdict, and Ruby was sentenced to death. However, in 1966, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals overturned the conviction, ruling that improper testimony had been admitted and that the trial should not have taken place in Dallas, where impartiality was questionable. A retrial was ordered, but before it could proceed, Ruby died of lung cancer on January 3, 1967. His actions and their legal consequences remain a topic of debate, with some believing he was motivated by grief and others suspecting a broader conspiracy.Ruby testified before the Warren Commission in July 1964, providing a rambling account of his mental state and possible connections to figures of interest. Arlen Specter, a future U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania, was among those questioning him. The case highlighted due process concerns, particularly regarding venue changes in high-profile trials, and underscored the legal system's challenges in handling emotionally charged cases with national significance.Two federal judges, one in Maryland and another in California, have ordered the Trump administration to reinstate thousands of probationary federal workers who were fired as part of a sweeping effort to shrink the government. The rulings represent the most significant legal challenge yet to Trump and adviser Elon Musk's aggressive push to cut federal jobs. The Maryland case, led by 20 Democratic-led states, targeted 18 agencies accused of unlawfully dismissing workers without following required procedures. Judge James Bredar ruled that the firings amounted to mass layoffs requiring prior notice to state governments.In California, Judge William Alsup reached a similar conclusion, ordering reinstatement for workers at six agencies, including the Department of Defense. He criticized the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) for directing agencies to fire workers en masse without legal authority. The Trump administration argues that probationary employees have few job protections and can be terminated for nearly any reason. However, Democratic-led states claim the firings violated regulations requiring agencies to provide 60 days' notice before mass layoffs.At least 24,000 probationary workers have been fired since Trump returned to office, affecting agencies such as the EPA, Department of Education, and Homeland Security. The Merit Systems Protection Board has also intervened, recently ordering the Agriculture Department to temporarily reinstate nearly 6,000 workers. Meanwhile, unions and advocacy groups continue legal efforts to block further terminations, with the American Federation of Government Employees calling the rulings a victory against an administration aiming to cripple federal agencies. The Trump administration has vowed to fight back against the court orders, arguing they undermine presidential authority.Fired Workers at 18 Agencies Reinstated in Court Blow to TrumpUS judges order Trump administration to reinstate thousands of fired workersColumbia University has issued severe punishments to students involved in a pro-Palestinian protest that occupied a campus building last spring, including expulsions and temporary degree revocations. The announcement follows the Trump administration's decision to cancel $400 million in federal funding to the university, citing an inadequate response to antisemitism. Interim President Katrina Armstrong acknowledged the government's concerns and pledged cooperation. However, the university has not disclosed the number of students disciplined, nor their identities, citing privacy laws.Critics argue the crackdown is politically motivated, particularly since the expelled student union president, Grant Miner, was removed just before contract negotiations with the university. The Trump administration has escalated its efforts against what it labels "pro-Hamas" protests, detaining Columbia student Mahmoud Khalil, a protest leader, for deportation—though a federal judge has temporarily blocked the move. These actions raise serious concerns about the suppression of campus activism and whether the university's response was driven by financial and political pressure rather than an impartial disciplinary process.Columbia's handling of the protests appears to be shaped more by government pressure than by a genuine commitment to campus safety or free speech. The timing of expulsions, particularly targeting a union leader, suggests a broader effort to stifle dissent rather than uphold academic integrity. The federal crackdown on protesters further complicates the situation, blurring the line between addressing antisemitism and suppressing legitimate political expression.Columbia University punishes pro-Palestinian protesters who occupied building | ReutersNewsmax has paid $40 million to settle a defamation lawsuit filed by Smartmatic over false claims that the company helped rig the 2020 U.S. election for Joe Biden. The settlement was reached privately last year, but the amount was disclosed in a recent investor filing. Smartmatic sued Newsmax in 2021, alleging the network knowingly spread misinformation, falsely stating that its machines were hacked and that it was backed by corrupt regimes. Newsmax defended its reporting as protected by the First Amendment but later clarified its coverage and invited Smartmatic to respond on air, an offer Smartmatic declined.Smartmatic had initially sought between $400 million and $600 million in damages. Meanwhile, the company continues its $2.7 billion defamation lawsuit against Fox News, following a historic $787.5 million settlement Fox paid to Dominion Voting Systems. The Newsmax case underscores the financial and legal consequences media outlets face for amplifying election misinformation, particularly when it leads to measurable reputational and financial harm.Newsmax paid $40 million to settle defamation suit over US 2020 election claims | ReutersThis week's closing theme is by Hector BerliozOn this day in 1869, French composer Hector Berlioz passed away, leaving behind a legacy of bold orchestration, vivid storytelling, and groundbreaking compositions that pushed Romantic music to new heights. Born in 1803, Berlioz defied his family's wishes for him to become a doctor, instead immersing himself in the world of music, where his dramatic flair and innovative techniques set him apart. He was a master of programmatic music, crafting works that told intense, almost cinematic stories through sound.His most famous composition, Symphonie Fantastique, is a perfect example of this. Written in 1830, the symphony follows a tormented artist haunted by unrequited love, spiraling into madness and hallucination. The final movement, “Dreams of a Witches' Sabbath,” is a feverish nightmare of swirling strings, eerie bells, and grotesque dance rhythms, as the protagonist imagines his own funeral turned into a macabre celebration. The piece is filled with dark energy, blending horror and exhilaration in a way that was revolutionary for its time.Berlioz's influence stretched far beyond his own era, inspiring composers like Wagner, Mahler, and even film composers of the 20th century. Though he struggled for recognition during his lifetime, often facing resistance from conservative critics, his music eventually gained the admiration it deserved. His orchestral mastery and fearless storytelling continue to captivate listeners today.To close this week, we leave you with the chilling and electrifying "Dream of a Witches' Sabbath" from Symphonie Fantastique, a piece that perfectly embodies Berlioz's genius for the dramatic and the surreal.Without further ado, Hector Berlioz's “Dreams of a Witches Sabbath” from his Symphonie Fantastique. Enjoy!  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

USA TODAY White House Correspondent Francesca Chambers breaks down Ukraine's agreement to a ceasefire deal.The House passes a GOP funding bill.The NTSB releases its preliminary report on the deadly January mid-air collision, and gives urgent recommendations to the FAA, including prohibiting helicopter operations on certain routes.USA TODAY Domestic Security Correspondent Josh Meyer discusses how Attorney General Pam Bondi has moved to align the Justice Department with the president's agenda.An appeals court refuses to lift a block on President Donald Trump's order restricting birthright citizenship.Trump cuts the Education Department in half after laying off 1,300 workers.The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals halts the execution of death row inmate David Leonard Wood. For more, check out our Deep Dive episode with Reporter Amanda Lee Meyers.Have feedback on the show? Please send us an email at podcasts@USATODAY.com.Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we are joined by a record-breaking five guests! Our guests include Grayson County Court Liaison Elizabeth Groves, Judge James Henderson, and Judge Larry Phillips, and Denton County Court Liaison Alessia Dal Monte and Judge Chance Oliver. They tell us about the JCMH-grant funded Court Liaison Pilot Program. The goal of the pilot is to minimize waitlist times by creating a court staff position focused on developing innovative pathways and quicker options to prevent decompensation of individuals awaiting restoration or other intervention to increase the judiciary's connection to diversionary and treatment resources.0:00 - 37:17 Grayson County37:18 - 1:13:59 Denton CountyIf you have an innovation in mental health that you'd like to see on the podcast, email JCMH@txcourts.gov with the subject line "Reimagining Justice."*Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the JCMH, the Supreme Court of Texas, or the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. The material and information presented here are for general information purposes only.

We are joined by returning guest Ken W. Good, a noted bail attorney and a board member of the Professional Bondsmen of Texas to discuss the resurgence of “tough on crime” policies under President Trump's administration and the ongoing public backlash against progressive criminal justice reform.About Ken W. Good - Board of Directors, Professional Bondsmen of Texas:Ken W. Good graduated from Hardin Simmons University in 1982 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree.  He received a Master of Education Degree in 1986 from Tarleton State University, a part of the Texas A&M System.  In 1989, he received his law degree from Texas Tech School of Law, where he was a member of the Texas Tech Law Review.  Mr. Good has argued cases before the Supreme Court of Texas and the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, along with numerous courts of appeals, including the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.  He is the author of "Good's on Bail," a practice guide created for bail industry professionals.  In addition, he has written numerous articles on the subject of bail reform, including, “What Successful Bail Reform Looks Like.”  Mr. Good is married and has two daughters.Text us comments or questions we can answer on the showPatriot Cigar Company Premium Cigars from Nicaragua, use our Promo Code: DOOMED for 15% off your purchase. https://www.mypatriotcigars.com/usa/DOOMED Support our show by subscribing using the link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/796727/support Support the showGo to Linktree.com/TwoDoomedMen for all our socials where we continue the conversation in between episodes.

In this episode, we are joined by Keisha Morris, the Chief SIM Officer at the Andrews Center Behavioral Healthcare System. She tells us about her unique position, which was created to ensure Smith County followed up on the priorities identified by stakeholders during the JCMH-led SIM Mapping in 2022. If you have an innovation in mental health that you'd like to see on the podcast, email JCMH@txcourts.gov with the subject line "Reimagining Justice." *Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the JCMH, the Supreme Court of Texas, or the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. The material and information presented here are for general information purposes only.

Melinda Meador is an attorney with a passion for history. The Gleason, Tennessee native has served as felony prosecutor for the Obion County office of the 27th Judicial District Attorney; as a judicial clerk, assistant district attorney and criminal defense lawyer on the Texas Court of Appeals; and in several leadership positions at the FDIC's headquarters Washington D.C. Today she is in private practice with the firm of Lowe, Yeager & Brown PLLC. Meador's family was among the original settlers of Weakley County, and she lives on a farm that has been in her family for 195 years. In this episode, Meador provides details from “Strange Fruit: The Forgotten Lynchings of Northwest Tennessee and Southwestern Kentucky, 1869-1931,” the thesis for her 2021 master's in American history from Murray State University. This episode is sponsored by Jerry Ward Autoplex.

Join us as we discuss the murder of Emmishae Kirby by Javon Gilbert. We'll discuss Emmishae's life, how she was remembered by her loved ones as well as the days leading up to her murder. We'll also talk about Javon's violent past. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800.799.SAFE (7233)Join our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/truecreepspodcast/s/JVToI0ykGEJoin our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449439969638764A special thank you to our jam thief, Mary Quiton!https://www.patreon.com/truecreepshttps://www.truecreeps.com/shopwww.truecreeps.comHave an episode idea or a question about a case? Submit them here: https://www.truecreeps.com/ideasandquestionsTwitter @truecreepsInstagram @truecreepspodFacebook.com/truecreepspodEmail us at truecreepspod@gmail.comTim Miller - Texas EquuSearch Search And RecoveryDomestic Violence Support | National Domestic Violence HotlineKillings of women and girls by their intimate partner or other family membersJavon Lee Gilbert v. The State of Texas Appeal from 209th District Court of Harris County :: 2024 :: Texas Court of Appeals, First District Decisions :: Texas Case Law :: Texas Law :: US Law :: JustiaHouston man gets life in prison for killing ex-girlfriend | khou.comMan accused of killing his ex-girlfriend, dumping her body | Probable cause court hearing raw videoThe State of Texas vs. GILBERT, JAVON (Court 209)Tx. Woman Disappeared in September — and Her Ex-Boyfriend Has Just Been Charged in Her MurderHouston woman missing since September found dead, Texas EquuSearch saysMan sentenced to life for shooting ex-girlfriend, dumping body near Bear Creek ParkEx accused of killing Houston woman in her apartment before dumping bodyOfficials searching...

In this episode, we are joined by Capt. Sarah Bigham, the Chief of Staff for the Grayson County Sheriff's Office, and Amberlee Conley, the Chief Operations Officer at Texoma Community Center. They tell us about the implementation of jail-based competency restoration program in Grayson County, which provides competency restoration services in a designated space in a jail separate from general population. If you have an innovation in mental health that you'd like to see on the podcast, email JCMH@txcourts.gov with the subject line "Reimagining Justice." *Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the JCMH, the Supreme Court of Texas, or the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. The material and information presented here are for general information purposes only.

Join Patrick Gunnels on The Brief as he dissects the latest global and national events shaping our world. From the Texas Court of Appeals ruling vindicating Sidney Powell to the dramatic developments in Syria, Patrick provides an in-depth analysis of these pivotal moments. Discover the broader implications of voter roll manipulations and systemic legal challenges while staying informed on geopolitical shifts and their potential impacts. Don't miss this concise yet insightful breakdown, brought to you by Badlands Media.

In this episode, we are joined by Yvonne Mboss, a Clinical Case Manager Supervisor, and Jennifer Sowinski, a Clinical Operations Manager, of the Downtown Austin Community Court. They tell us about DACC, a problem-solving court established in 1999, and its different programs. The mission of DACC is to empower people to thrive by providing impartial justice and compassionate community-based services. If you have an innovation in mental health that you'd like to see on the podcast, email JCMH@txcourts.gov with the subject line "Reimagining Justice." *Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the JCMH, the Supreme Court of Texas, or the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. The material and information presented here are for general information purposes only.

Melissa Lucio has been on death row in Texas since 2008. She is innocent and a judge has asked the Texas Court of Appeals to exonerate her. https://abcnews.go.com/US/death-row-inmate-melissa-lucio-innocent-daughters-death/story https://abc7chicago.com/post/texas-inmate-melissa-lucio-is-innocent-killing-daughter-mariah-harlingen-judge-arturo-nelson-says/15555732/ https://innocenceproject.org/whats-next-for-melissa-lucio-texas-woman-on-death-row/ WTF News- Ryan Borgwardt faked his own death https://www.today.com/parents/wisconsin-dad-ryan-borgwardt-kayaking-accident-europe-rcna179685 Creepy Crime- Tarantula smuggler https://people.com/man-caught-smuggling-tarantulas-centipedes-bullet-ants-strapped-to-his-body-peru-airport-8746811 Join our squad! Kristi and Katie share true crime stories and give you actionable things you can do to help, all with a wicked sense of humor. Want to Support our work and get extra perks? https://buymeacoffee.com/truecrimesquad Looking for extra content? https://www.patreon.com/truecrimesquad *Social Media Links* Facebook: www.facebook.com/truecrimesquad Facebook Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/215774426330767 Website: https://www.truecrimesquad.com TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@truecrimesquad BlueSky- https://bsky.app/profile/truecrimesquad.bsky.social True Crime Squad on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5gIPqBHJLftbXdRgs1Bqm1 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/truecrimetps/support

With his execution halted, will Robert Roberson finally have a chance at justice as new evidence, legislative allies, and a growing public outcry push for a retrial? Robert Roberson, who was set to be executed on October 17, 2024, for the 2002 death of his 2-year-old daughter Nikki, was granted a last-minute stay by the Texas Supreme Court. This unexpected reprieve followed a subpoena from Texas lawmakers requesting Roberson's testimony before the House Criminal Justice Committee. Roberson's conviction heavily relied on the now-disputed "shaken baby syndrome" diagnosis, but new evidence suggests Nikki's death may have resulted from natural causes, like pneumonia. Both the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles and the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals previously declined to intervene, and the Supreme Court's decision has sparked debate over the balance of power between Texas's legislative and judicial branches.  The case has drawn national attention, bolstered by support from Dr. Phil, who testified before the Texas Legislature on Roberson's behalf. The debate has also reignited scrutiny of forensic evidence standards and Texas's 2013 "junk science" law as lawmakers and courts reconsider Roberson's fate.  Dr. Phil speaks with Terre, a 2003 juror from Roberson's trial who now believes in his innocence, stating she wasn't presented with all the evidence. Roberson's attorney, Gretchen Sween, insists that, despite opposition from the Attorney General's office, he deserves a new trial. In support, Representatives Joe Moody (D), Lacey Hull (R), and Brian Harrison (R) have joined forces in a bipartisan coalition advocating for clemency and a retrial. Former Los Angeles prosecutor and news anchor Loni Coombs argues that if the Attorney General is confident in Roberson's guilt, they should welcome a retrial to resolve lingering doubts once and for all.  

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussion suicide and mentions child sexual assault. Some listeners may want to skip this episode and catch up with us for the next one. In this episode, we are joined by Dustin Schellenger, the State Director for the Texas Law Enforcement Peer Network. He tells us about the TLEPN, a state-wide program designed to give every Texas Law Enforcement Officer access to specially trained peers to address stressors, trauma, fatigue and other needs to combat workforce burnout and end Police suicide and self-harm. Download the TLEPN App HERE Blue Chip Mental Health Providers If you have an innovation in mental health that you'd like to see on the podcast, email JCMH@txcourts.gov with the subject line "Reimagining Justice." *Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the JCMH, the Supreme Court of Texas, or the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. The material and information presented here are for general information purposes only.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: A huge teacher scandal uncovered by the Harris County District Attorney: Dishonest “teachers” from around the state, well over 400, have paid big money to have a proxy take their official Texas teacher certification test. The ring is said to be led by a longtime Houston ISD basketball coach and involved two other district people as well as others outside of the district. It is alleged that the coach, at the top, netted over one million dollars in the long running scheme. Read all about it here: Teacher certification cheating ring nets 5 arrests, DA Ogg says Prosecutors: 3 HISD staffers ran teacher license test cheating ring Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.The dangerous constitutional crisis caused by the Texas House Jurisprudence Committee just gets dirtier and dirtier: Internal notice of the “ex parte” communication effort by Leach from the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals (pdf) Court: Texas House member, Jeff Leach. tried to sway judge on Robert Roberson case OAG Notifies Texas Supreme Court of Unethical Attempt By State Representative Jeff Leach To Improperly Influence a Judge in Roberson Capital Punishment Proceedings Much border news including New York City is now paying paroled illegal aliens to fly to Texas and other states. Also, Texas has bought a  1,400-acre ranch in Starr County on which it plans to build border wall. And, El Paso poisons at least 34 with food poisoning at local illegal alien shelter.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas: Legal wrangling involving courts from a local Austin judge to the U.S. Supreme Court leaves death row inmate Robert Roberson still alive this morning, for now: https://www.khou.com/video/news/local/texas-supreme-court-blocks-execution-of-robert-roberson/285-2dbb3d89-871c-4579-a7df-0115682c07ba ...SCOTUS declined to intervene, Austin Judge Jessica Mangrum DID intervene, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals overrruled Mangrum, and the Texas Supreme Court overruled them - whew! https://www.texastribune.org/2024/10/16/robert-roberson-texas-shaken-baby-execution/ ...The Roberson case is likely to crank out further drama - and energizes the possibility of someday bringing the death penalty to an end in Texas: https://www.statesman.com/story/news/politics/state/2024/10/17/court-criminal-appeals-rejects-bid-delay-texas-execution-robert-roberson-death-penalty-shaken-baby/75725968007/ Ken Paxton finds time in a busy day of trying to kill Robert Roberson as quickly as possible to sue a Dallas doctor over her treatment of transgender minors: https://www.dallasnews.com/business/health-care/2024/10/17/paxton-sues-dallas-doctor-over-giving-gender-affirming-treatments-to-minors/ We need your politically apathetic cousin to get in the game! Here's how to talk to them about Donald Trump's Project 2025: https://progresstexas.org/blog/how-talk-your-apathetic-cousin-about-project-2025 Progress Texas has announced our endorsements for the 2024 election! See a full rundown here: ⁠⁠⁠https://progresstexas.org/blog/progress-texas%E2%80%99-november-general-election-endorsements⁠⁠⁠ ...And a podcast on WHY we've chosen to back these great candidates: ⁠⁠⁠https://progresstexas.org/podcast/happy-hour-174-our-2024-candidate-endorsements⁠⁠⁠ Our annual holiday fundraising parties approach! We'll be gathering both in Dallas and Austin this December, and there are sponsorship opportunities available: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://act.progresstexas.org/a/progress-texas-holiday-parties-2024⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ See Progress Texas' analysis of Project 2025, and what it will mean for Texas should it be enacted: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://progresstexas.org/blog/project-2025-vs-progress-2025⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ...And a complete guide to Project 2025 from Media Matters: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.mediamatters.org/heritage-foundation/guide-project-2025-extreme-right-wing-agenda-next-republican-administration⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please pitch in to help fund our recent expansion of our comprehensive voting resource ⁠⁠⁠GoVoteTexas.org⁠⁠⁠ with Hindi, Mandarin Chinese and Vietnamese translation: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://progresstexas.org/blog/coming-soon-govotetexasorg-adds-commonly-spoken-languages-increase-ballot-access⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thanks for listening! Find our web store and other ways to support our important work this election year at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://progresstexas.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Today on America in the Morning   Texas Execution Stopped He was waiting in a holding cell for 4 hours next to the death chamber, as both the US Supreme Court and the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals rejected last-minute appeals for his case. But less than two hours before he was scheduled to die by lethal injection, the Texas Supreme Court ordered a halt and spared Robert Roberson's life, at least for now. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Texas on the case and what happens next.    Hamas Leader Killed In Gaza He was Israel's Number One target since the October 7 massacre by Hamas in Southern Israel killed over 12 hundred people and led to more than 200 being taken hostage. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on the US reaction to the Israeli military's announcement that they killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in Gaza.     Georgia School Shooter & Father Face Judge A 14-year-old who opened fire inside his Georgia high school, along with his father who allowed his son access to an assault rifle, were both indicted on murder charges. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.    Texas AG Sues Doctor Over Gender Care Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued a Dallas doctor, accusing her of providing transition-related care to nearly two dozen minors in violation of state law.      Latest On The Liam Payne Investigation There is shock in the music world, and now an investigation by Argentinian police, into the death of One Direction singer Liam Payne. Correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports.     Early Voting In A Disaster Zone Early voting is underway in North Carolina, but in a state still dealing with Hurricane Helene's destruction, it's not easy. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.     Sinwar Found & Killed Israeli Defense Forces killed Hamas' top leader, Yahya Sinwar, following a firefight in the Gaza Strip. John Stolnis reports the Biden administration hopes this is an opening for an end to the war in Gaza and a return of just over 100 hostages back to Israel.    Pennsylvania Early Voting Early voting is underway in a few American states, including battleground Pennsylvania where candidates and their allies are spending much of their time. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Secret Service Report Saying there are “deep flaws,” an independent advisory panel released a scathing report on the United States Secret Service, recommending big changes are needed following the Trump assassination attempt in Pennsylvania.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.    Charges Dropped In Arizona, authorities have dropped all charges against a deaf man with cerebral palsy who was beaten by Phoenix Police after he didn't respond to their orders.     Massive Sex Abuse Settlement There was a surprise settlement involving the Archdiocese of Los Angeles and victims of sexual abuse at the hands of clergy. Bob Brown has details.    Alabama Execution Alabama executed a man Thursday evening who admitted to killing five people with an axe and gun during a drug-fueled rampage in 2016. Saying he was guilty and in his final statement asked for forgiveness, 36-year-old Derrick Dearman's lethal injection was carried out.    Tech News An Alabama man has been arrested by the FBI for hacking the SEC's official X account, to manipulate the price of bitcoin. Here's Chuck Palm with today's tech report.    Finally   One reason the stock market has been going higher - correspondent Shelley Adler reports on retail sales increasing for the third straight month.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, we are joined by Melissa True (Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute), Jessica Knudsen (Clarity Child Guidance Center), and Brian Jaklich (Harlandale ISD). They tell us about the San Antonio Mobile Mental Wellness Collaborative, an upstream collaboration of nonprofits focusing on behavioral health prevention so public schools do not have to focus fully on intervention. If you have an innovation in mental health that you'd like to see on the podcast, email JCMH@txcourts.gov with the subject line "Reimagining Justice." *Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the JCMH, the Supreme Court of Texas, or the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. The material and information presented here are for general information purposes only.

In this episode, we are joined by Wesley Patton, the Blanco County Emergency Services Department Community Paramedic Captain. He tells us about the Community Paramedic Program, a unique program in Blanco County that dispatches paramedics to deescalate mental health crisis calls when necessary. If you have an innovation in mental health that you'd like to see on the podcast, email JCMH@txcourts.gov with the subject line "Reimagining Justice." *Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the JCMH, the Supreme Court of Texas, or the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. The material and information presented here are for general information purposes only.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals has taken what I think to be an odd ruling on campaign violations, the Texas [un]Ethics Commission, and local prosecutors. It is almost as if the majority is trying to implement in Texas the administrative state problem we have with federal government. Read: Texas Ethics Commission Has Exclusive Jurisdiction Over Campaign Violations, Court Rules and ‘Secret Speech Police' Granted Exclusive Power Over Campaign Violations, Court Rules.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.From the “What did they expect” file: Hindus erected a 90-foot idol in Sugar Land and then are amazed that others have reacted and that they might need at least security cameras in place. See: Photos Show America's New ‘Third Tallest' Statue.First private sector, non-government, EVA, or spacewalk, took place today. I like Elon Musk's comment via X:Strive to greater heights,For a future brighter than the past,Waking up each morning inspired,To learn new secrets of the Universe!Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message.Are non-compete agreements holding back American workers? Join me, Mark, for a deep dive into the FTC's groundbreaking rule banning these contentious clauses and the fierce legal battles ignited by it. We'll dissect the pivotal Texas court decision that seeks to block the rule and its far-reaching implications for millions of employees. Understand how the Administrative Procedure Act and conflicting judicial opinions from Texas and Pennsylvania are shaping this debate, and what it all means for the upcoming presidential election. We'll also explore the economic consequences for employers and why the rule's enforcement date of September 4th, 2024, is crucial, pending appellate and Supreme Court reviews.But that's not all. We also tackle the issue of default management agreements that unduly control employees' financial and income affairs. Discover why these agreements are so problematic and how the FTC's new rule aims to protect worker rights. Take a look at Silicon Valley as a shining example of how businesses can flourish without restrictive non-compete clauses. This episode is packed with critical updates and insights that will keep you ahead of these evolving developments. Don't miss out on this important and timely discussion!Links Mentioned in Episode:Ryan LLC v. FTC (Texas decision) FTS Tree Service v. FTC (Pennsylvania decision) If you enjoyed this episode of the Employee Survival Guide please like us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. We would really appreciate if you could leave a review of this podcast on your favorite podcast player such as Apple Podcasts. Leaving a review will inform other listeners you found the content on this podcast is important in the area of employment law in the United States. For more information, please contact our employment attorneys at Carey & Associates, P.C. at 203-255-4150, www.capclaw.com.Disclaimer: For educational use only, not intended to be legal advice.

DESCRIPTION: Attorney Ken W Good joins the show to discuss bail reform and its efficacy given the conflicting data surrounding Bail Reform and whether it is effective in minimizing recidivism and reducing crime. Some studies show that Bail Reform is effective while others suggest the opposite. Ken has been on several mainstream and independent news shows such as Fox, MSNBC, and several podcasts talking about bail reform and has his podcast exploring bail reform. Today we go toe-to-toe talking about bail reform and its efficacy. The Show was inspired by Elliott Chang of MediaVista Public Relations who helped to put the show together and provided the guest for today's show. Overview: Bail reform on violent crime in America. Some studies from advocates show that such crimes did not increase as a result of reform efforts, while other studies showed the opposite. Are any of the studies accurate? Bail reform remains a contentious subject, with significant implications for public safety and justice system equity. On the one hand, a study from California's Yolo County District Attorney's office reports alarming re-offense rates among defendants released on zero-bail, suggesting a direct link between bail reform and increased crime. According to this study, 70% of defendants released without bail reoffended, with a significant proportion committing violent crimes. Conversely, a study published May 22 by researchers at Drexel University, focusing on New Jersey's bail reform, finds no evidence that eliminating cash bail increases violence. New Jersey, one of the first states to significantly reform its bail system, has seen a reduction in pretrial detention without a corresponding rise in gun violence or other crimes. As bail reform continues to gain traction nationwide, understanding its true impact is crucial for policymakers, law enforcement, and the public. Misconceptions about bail reform could lead to misguided policies that either compromise public safety or perpetuate unnecessary incarceration. We will touch on the following points: -- The methodology and validity of the conflicting studies.-- Real-world implications of bail reform laws on public safety and recidivism.-- Comparative analysis of jurisdictions with varying bail policies.-- Policy recommendations to balance public safety with justice reform. Across the country, bail reform efforts have advanced swiftly, despite growing opposition from those concerned about public safety. The debate between advocates and opponents is intensifying, with each side firmly believing they are in the right. Meanwhile, the public is left questioning whether community safety is being compromised in a game of political maneuvering. About Ken W. Good: Ken graduated from Hardin Simmons University in 1982 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. He received a Master of Education Degree in 1986 from Tarleton State University, a part of the Texas A&M System. In 1989, he received his law degree from Texas Tech School of Law, where he was a member of the Texas Tech Law Review. Mr. Good has argued cases before the Supreme Court of Texas and the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, along with numerous courts of appeals, including the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. Mr. Good is married and has two daughters. (www.pbtx.com) CREDITS: The show is hosted by Rev. Renaldo McKenzie who is a Professor, Author and President of The Neoliberal Corporation but who also works in the Philadelphia Criminal Justice system.The show is a production of The Neoliberal Corporation: https://theneoliberal.com and https://renaldocmckenzie.com.Email us at theneoliberalround@renaldocmckenzie.com. Donate to us via https://anchor.fm/theneoliberal/support. Send us your articles, blogs, posts, and videos for consideration at info@theneoliberal.com. Get your copy of Neoliberalism in audio via: https://www.audible.com/pd/B099LFCD79/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-267926&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_267926_rh_us --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theneoliberal/support

In Episode 9, The Failure of Bail Reform. Ken W. Good, a member of the Board of Directors, Professional Bondsmen of Texas joined Lisa and Kyle to discuss the failure of Bail Reform and Zero Bail Policies. Mr. Good holds a Bachelor of Arts from Hardin Simmons University, a Master of Education from Tarleton State University (part of the Texas A&M System). Mr. Good earned his J.D. from Texas Tech School of Law in 1989. He was also a member of the Texas Tech Law Review. Mr. Good has argued cases before the Supreme Court of Texas, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals and numerous courts of appeal, including the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in my hometown of New Orleans, LA. Mr. Good is married and has two daughters. In addition to hosting The Bail Post podcast, he is the author of "Good's on Bail," a practice guide for bail industry professionals and numerous articles on the subject of bail reform, including, “What Successful Bail Reform Looks Like.” We'll talk with Mr. Good about the failure of bail reform and zero bail policies, including the impact zero bail has had on domestic violence cases.More about Mr. Good: http://www.goodsonbail.com/Goods_on_B...https://www.thebailpost.com/https://www.thegoodlawfirm.net/

In this episode, we are joined by Daniela Chisolm, an Assistant El Paso County Attorney & Senior Trial Attorney in the Mental Health Litigation Unit, and Dr. Patricia Ortiz, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso. This innovative program is a collaboration between TTUHSC El Paso and the El Paso County Attorney's Office that embeds forensic psychiatry residents in the justice system with the goal of improving access to mental health care and decreasing incarceration rates, leading to better overall outcomes for justice-involved individuals with mental illness. If you have an innovation in mental health that you'd like to see on the podcast, email JCMH@txcourts.gov with the subject line "Reimagining Justice." *Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the JCMH, the Supreme Court of Texas, or the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. The material and information presented here are for general information purposes only.

In this episode, we are joined by Judge Matt Hand, the Potter County Court #2 Presiding Judge, and Josh Crawford, the Director of Panhandle Regional Specialty Courts. The Panhandle Regional Problem Solving Court is a unique mental health court because it can pull participants from more than 20 counties in Texas. If you have an innovation in mental health that you'd like to see on the podcast, email JCMH@txcourts.gov with the subject line "Reimagining Justice." *Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the JCMH, the Supreme Court of Texas, or the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. The material and information presented here are for general information purposes only.

It's Wednesday, July 3rd, A.D. 2024. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Pakistani court sentenced Christian to death A court in Pakistan sentenced a Christian man to death on Saturday.  Twenty-eight-year-old Ehsaan Shan Masih is accused of reposting content considered blasphemous against Islam by the government.  The accusations followed a terrible mob attack against Christians in the country's eastern Punjab Province in 2023.  Shan's lawyer will appeal the sentence. He said, “The Christian community in Pakistan is facing severe injustice, living in constant fear for their lives, property, and places of worship. This verdict symbolizes the virtual death of all Christians in Pakistan today.”  According to the Open Doors' World Watch List of nations, Pakistan is ranked the seventh most difficult country worldwide in which to be a Christian. Revelation 12:11 says believers overcame Satan “by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death.” Church of England greenlights blessing homosexual couples The Church of England's General Synod began this week.  The church is facing division over the issue of sexually perverted lifestyles. Last year, the Church of England allowed priests to bless homosexual couples.  However, conservative leaders in the Church of England are pushing back. The group known as The Alliance represents over 2,000 clergy members.  A letter from the group warned they are preparing to create a "parallel province” in the Church of England and to “seek pastoral oversight from bishops who remain faithful to orthodox teaching on marriage and sexuality.”  Biden: “I can do this job!” Last Friday, in Raleigh, North Carolina, following his disastrous debate performance, President Joe Biden admitted that his age has limited his abilities. BIDEN: “I don't walk as easy as I used to. I don't speak as smoothly as I used to. I don't debate, debate as well as I used to. But I know what I do know. I know how to tell the truth. (cheers) I know right from wrong. (cheers) “I know how to do this job. (cheers) I know how to get things done. (cheers) I know, like millions of Americans know, when you get knocked down you get back up. (cheers) “I know what it took to take our economy from the depths of pandemic, where it is the day, the strongest economy in the world. Folks, I give you my word, as a Biden, I would not be running again if I didn't believe, with all my heart and soul, I can do this job!” First Democrat Congressman tells Biden to step aside However, Biden's defense was not sufficient for Democratic Congressman Lloyd Doggett of Austin, Texas. On Tuesday, Doggett became the first in the party to publicly call for President Joe Biden to step down as the party's nominee for president, citing Biden's poor debate performance against Donald Trump, reports The Associated Press. In a statement Tuesday, Congressman Doggett said, “My decision to make these strong reservations public is not done lightly nor does it in any way diminish my respect for all that President Biden has achieved. … I am hopeful that he will make the painful and difficult decision to withdraw. I respectfully call on him to do so.” Shortly afterwards, former Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julián Castro joined Doggett in calling for Biden to withdraw. Castro ran against Biden in the 2020 Democratic presidential primaries. Trump advisor Rudy Giuliani disbarred On Tuesday, Rudy Giuliani, the former New York City mayor, federal prosecutor and legal adviser to Donald Trump, was disbarred in New York after a court found he repeatedly made false statements about Trump's 2020 election loss, reports The Associated Press. The Manhattan appeals court ruled Giuliani, who had his New York law license suspended in 2021 for making false statements around the election, is no longer allowed to practice law at all in the state, effective immediately. Texas Court upholds ban on transgender drugs/surgeries for minors Last Friday, the Texas Supreme Court  upheld a law that bans transgender drugs and surgeries for minors. The court ruled 8-1 in favor of the law. Texas is the largest of about 25 states that banned such mutilating practices on children.  The court emphasized the role of parents in their children's care. The ruling stated, “We have said—and we reaffirm today—that fit parents have a fundamental interest in directing the care, custody, and control of their children free from government interference.”  Iowa court upholds Heartbeat law Also last Friday, the Iowa Supreme Court ruled that the state's Heartbeat Law should go into effect.  The law bans physicians from killing unborn babies. If a heartbeat is detected, the baby is protected with some exceptions.  The ruling stated, “We have previously held that abortion is not a fundamental right under the Iowa Constitution. … We conclude that the fetal heartbeat statute is rationally related to the state's legitimate interest in protecting unborn life.” American patriotism declining July 4th might be tomorrow, but American patriotism is down, according to a new Gallup poll. Only 41% of U.S. adults say they are extremely proud to be American, down from 70% in the early 2000s. An additional 26% say they are very proud to be American. A combined 67% are extremely or very proud, down from 90% in the early 2000s. Being extremely proud to be an American is down among Republicans, Democrats, and Independents. But Republicans were the most likely to be extremely patriotic. Generations Radio guest empowers sex abuse victims to speak up Today, as Kevin Swanson is traveling overseas, I guest host for him on Generations Radio. I interviewed Elizabeth Good, the author of Speak the Unspeakable: Real Talk on Secrets, Sex and Being Set Free. Through TheFoundationUnited.org, she empowers people to stop concealing their trauma. GOOD: “If abuse starts at three, four, or five years old, and we keep it secret until [age] 53, things are happening that a child, their intuition, they know it doesn't feel right. They feel yucky. And the textbook ploys of somebody that is abusing them, and the predator tactics of this type of behavior, is so textbook. And so to arm the children, so they have the empowerment and the ability to speak to the things that are entering at five years old, six years old, seven years old. “We have so many children in seventh grade that are going through our different materials that we have for the church or for schools or for homeschool. And as they're going through it in seventh grade, we've had so many girls especially say, ‘Why wasn't I given this in fourth grade? If this would have been given me in fourth grade, I would have known exactly what to do. When this happened to be online. I would have known exactly what to say because this is exactly the situation.'” Take a listen to my 30-minute interview with Elizabeth Good at Generations.org/radio. That's Generations.org/radio. Christian athlete gives glory to God A Christian track athlete broke a world record in the lead-up to the 2024 Summer Olympic Games. Sydney McLaughlin Levrone was competing in the U.S. Olympic team trials. She finished the women's 400-meter hurdles in 50.65 seconds. That beat the previous world record which she herself had set. Listen to her interaction with a sports reporter. NBC REPORTER:  “Sydney, when you looked up and you saw the clock, we saw the look on your face. But just tell us what went through your mind, another world record.” LEVRONE: “Honestly, praise God. I was not expecting that, but He can do anything. Anything is possible in Christ. So, yeah, I'm just amazed, baffled, and in shock!” After breaking world records in the past, she has quoted Hebrews 4:16: “So let us come BOLDLY to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive His mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most.” Final 2 Worldview listeners gave $225 And finally, we want to say a special thank you to our final two donors who helped support The Worldview over the next fiscal year. Keziah in Walpole, New Hampshire gave $25 and Israel and Michelle in Lexington Park, Maryland gave $200. Interestingly, $50 of that $200 donation came from work their son Isaac did.  Since the family has been battling Colorado potato beetles, they offered him 5 cents per dead beetle.  To his credit, over the course of several hours and in 90-degree heat, Isaac successfully killed 1,000 Colorado potato beetles, earning $50 for his effort which he decided to donate, in its entirely, to The Worldview. Isaac, if you took a picture of your pile of dead beetles, email it to me at Adam@TheWorldview.com. Ready for our final final total? Drum roll please. (sound effect of drum roll) $96,800! (audience cheering) Michelle from Lexington Park, Maryland wrote, “We are expecting baby number six in one month and thank the Lord for always providing for us financially so I can stay home and homeschool my kiddos.” Close And that's The Worldview in 5 Minutes on this Wednesday, July 3rd, in the year of our Lord 2024. Subscribe by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. 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Welcome to Supreme Court Opinions. In this episode, you'll hear the Court's opinion in Reed v Goertz. In this case, the court considered this issue: When does the statute of limitations for a 42 U-S-C § 1983 claim seeking DNA testing of crime-scene evidence begin to run? The case was decided on Apr 18, 2023. The Supreme Court held that when a prisoner pursues state post-conviction DNA testing through the state-provided litigation process, the statute of limitations a procedural due process claim under 42 U.S.C. § 1983 begins to run when the state litigation ends. Justice Brett Kavanaugh authored the 6-3 majority opinion holding that, in Reed's case, the statute of limitations on his § 1983 claim began when the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals denied his motion for rehearing, not when the state trial court denied DNA testing. A statute of limitations begins to run when a plaintiff has “a complete and present cause of action.” When that occurs depends on the cause of action. The violation of procedural due process rights, as Reed alleged in this case, requires two elements: (1) deprivation by state action of a protected interest in life, liberty, or property, and (2) inadequate state process. Thus, a plaintiff has “a complete and present cause of action” for a procedural due process violation not at the time of deprivation, but at the time the state fails to provide due process. In Reed's case, the State's alleged failure to provide him with a fundamentally fair process was complete when the state litigation ended and deprived Reed of his asserted liberty interest in DNA testing. Justice Clarence Thomas dissented, arguing that the district court lacked jurisdiction to hear the case for lack of standing. Justice Thomas would dismiss the case on the finding that Reed's action presents no original Article III case or controversy between him and the district attorney. Justice Samuel Alito authored a dissenting opinion, in which Justice Neil Gorsuch joined, arguing that there are a number of points in the case at which the statute of limitations could begin to run—all before the denial by the Criminal Court of Appeals, and all leading to the conclusion that Reed's claim is time-barred. The opinion is presented here in its entirety, but with citations omitted. If you appreciate this episode, please subscribe. Thank you.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scotus-opinions/support

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In this episode, we are joined by Devon Anderson, the Justice Forward President and CEO. Justice Forward is a nonprofit that funds essential programs for individuals in the Specialty Courts of Harris, Galveston, and Fort Bend Counties to help them become independent and productive members of our community. If you have an innovation in mental health that you'd like to see on the podcast, email JCMH@txcourts.gov with the subject line "Reimagining Justice." *Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the JCMH, the Supreme Court of Texas, or the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. The material and information presented here are for general information purposes only.

Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas: President Biden's executive order limiting asylum requests at the border raises almost universal concern, including from his supporters on the left: https://www.texastribune.org/2024/06/04/texas-mexico-border-biden-immigration-asylum-policy/ ...The ACLU is talking legal action AGAINST President Biden's move: https://www.dallasnews.com/news/politics/2024/06/04/texas-border-mayors-join-biden-as-he-unveils-new-asylum-restrictions-to-stem-migrant-flow/ ...Austin U.S. Rep. Greg Casar points to the root cause of the problem - unrest and instability in Latin America: https://thehill.com/homenews/house/4703081-texas-democrat-biden-asylum-order-isnt-going-to-work/ Travis County D.A. Jose Garza is asking the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals for a writ of mandamus to overturn Governor Abbott's pardon of murderer Daniel Perry: https://www.reuters.com/world/us/texas-court-asked-reverse-pardon-black-lives-matter-protest-killing-2024-06-05/ Elon Musk's X (or Twitter, or whatever) has announced broad, new allowances for adult content that may run afoul of new anti-porn laws in Texas: https://www.chron.com/culture/article/x-adult-content-policy-twitter-19493384.php Pride Month is underway! Our D'Angelo Colter has a great history and rundown of events statewide through the annual month of celebration: https://progresstexas.org/blog/deep-heart-pride-celebration-pride-month-texas We hope to see you Thursday in El Paso for our live podcast taping at the Texas Democratic Convention: https://progresstexas.org/blog/live-texas-democratic-party-convention-abortion-and-our-freedoms-2024 Progress Texas could use your help in funding our trip to June's Texas Democratic Convention in El Paso - thanks in advance! https://progresstexas.org/donate Progress Texas invites progressive candidates to share their views with us - which we'll then share with our statewide audience - via our Certified Progressive questionnaire: https://progresstexas.org/blog/progress-texas-certified-progressives-2024-progressive-values-questionnaire Instagram users: be sure to enable political content on that platform, which has begun opting users out: https://x.com/ProgressTX/status/1771276124498100667?s=20 Thanks for listening! Find our web store and other ways to support our important work this election year at https://progresstexas.org/.

AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports the governor of Texas is facing pushback over a pardon.

Plus, the Wise County community mourns the death of a woman and her three children after her SUV crashed head-on with a Mack truck and caught fire. 

(WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE) Beef between rappers keeps music alive and well. But what happens when a video of you lip syncing to rap lyrics at a party help put you away for murder? Hear all about it with Reb at the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals in Larry Jean Hart v. Texas (2024). Follow @RebuttalPod on Instagram and Twitter! Follow @Rebmasel on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter! *** 0:00 - Intro 4:01 - Sneak peek of Hart v. Texas (2024) 4:37 - Background - Can lyrics be used as evidence? 12:45 - Hart v. Texas begins / What happened at trial? 24:02 - Hart's first appeal 27:38 - Hart's second appeal 28:31 - Probative value of the rap videos 33:49 - Prejudicial effect of the rap videos 47:57 - Prosecution's need for the evidence 54:05 - Harm analysis 1:01:06 - Holding 1:01:59 - Reb's rebuttal 1:02:42 - Tiny teaser for Episode 26! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Black Woman Can't Get a Break! Texas DA wants Crystal Mason's Voter Fraud ACQUITTAL, Overturned - Historian, Michael Imhotep on 'Roland Martin Unfiltered' 4-26-24 & 'The African History Network Show' 4-28-24 Tarrant County, Texas District Attorney Phil Sorrells wants Crystal Mason's illegal voting conviction reinstated, his office announced Thursday. Mason, a Tarrant County resident, was acquitted of an illegal voting charge last month. Sorrells' office is now asking the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals to overturn the ruling that cleared her. Mason was convicted of illegal voting in March 2018 and sentenced to five years in prison for casting a provisional ballot in the 2016 election while on supervised release for federal tax evasion. "This office will protect the ballot box from fraudsters who think our laws don't apply to them," Sorrells' office said in a statement. On March 28, 2024 the Texas Second Court of Appeals overturned Mason's conviction because she didn't have "actual knowledge" that she couldn't vote while on federal supervised release in a tax fraud case. Kim T. Cole, Crystal Mason's Attorney spoke with Roland Martin and Michael Imhotep about the ongoing vile and targeted attack on Mason. REGISTER NOW: Next Classes are Sat. May 11th, 18th & 25th 2024, 2pm EST, ‘Ancient Kemet (Egypt), The Moors & The Maafa: Understanding The Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade. REGISTER NOW & WATCH!!! (LIVE 10 Week Online Course) with Historian & Political Commentator, Michael Imhotep host of ‘The African History Network Show'. Discounted Registration $60; WATCH CONTENT ON DEMAND! REGISTER for Full Course HERE $60: https://theahn.learnworlds.com/course/ancient-kemet-moors-maafa-transatlantic-slave-trade-winter-2024 or https://theafricanhistorynetwork.com/  

In Podcast 73, Dean and Len discuss a recent preliminary injunction issued by a Texas federal judge against the 2023 Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) rule. This injunction has halted the implementation of the new rule, pending legal proceedings. The court found substantial grounds suggesting the federal banking regulators may have exceeded their authority in expanding CRA evaluation markets and including deposits and other retail banking products under the regulation. The court's decision highlighted four key reasons for this view: the inconsistent interpretation of "entire community" in the new rule, the questionable authority to regulate beyond credit activities, the application of the "Major Questions Doctrine," and a substantial likelihood of plaintiff's success with irreparable harm due to compliance costs. Dean and Len predict a favorable outcome for the plaintiffs, with the case likely progressing to the Supreme Court, prolonging the legal process into 2025. They advise banks to comply with the current rule and suggest banks compute and target the proposed calibrated benchmarks for at least a satisfactory performance rating on the Lending Test. The episode ends with Dean and Len emphasizing the importance of staying informed and prepared as the situation develops. Brought to you by GeoDataVision and M&M Consulting

* Dallas attorney Sidney Powell, known for her vigorous legal efforts to challenge the fraudulent 2020 election on behalf of President Donald Trump, has been fully vindicated by an appellate court decision - Jim Hoft, TheGatewayPundit.com * The Fifth District of Texas Court of Appeals in Dallas, led by a three-judge panel, all Democrats, concluded that the State Bar of Texas' arguments were without merit! * Upon evaluation, the appellate court found no merit in the Commission's argument that Powell knowingly filed frivolous lawsuits or made false statements related to the election litigation. It pointed out the absence of evidence proving that Powell had actual knowledge of the falsity of any statements made in her filings. While Wednesday's ruling represents a vindication for Powell in this matter, the battle is not over. * Biden Claims 'Cannibals' Ate His Uncle, Military Records Tell a Very Different Story - Warner Todd Huston, WesternJournal.com * Reports Say US Has Pledged not to Execute Assange - Angeline Tan, TheNewAmerican.com

Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas: The chief judge of the Northern District of Texas says his court will not follow new rules from the Judicial Conference designed to curb "judge shopping": https://www.commondreams.org/news/judge-shopping-texas A Starr County woman has sued the Starr County prosecutor's office over false murder charges they pressed upon her over a self-induced abortion in 2022: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/30/us/texas-abortion-murder-charge-lawsuit.html Severe emotional trauma for an East Texas family whose matriarch was forced to carry a baby with a fatal brain anomaly to term by Texas' draconian abortion limits: https://www.cnn.com/interactive/2024/03/health/texas-abortion-law-mother-cnnphotos/ A Rockwall Southern Baptist Convention pastor is under fire over a misogynistic joke he told at Lakepointe Church recently: https://www.chron.com/culture/religion/article/texas-sbc-pastor-marriage-joke-19376274.php Our state's own data shows that immigrants are less likely to commit homicide than citizens: https://www.latintimes.com/how-us-media-coverage-contributes-polarization-immigration-debate-across-country-552552 Seeking to solidify gains among Latino voters in Texas, a group of Hispanic GOP lawmakers has founded a new caucus: https://www.chron.com/politics/article/texas-hispanic-republicans-19375625.php Progress Texas invites progressive candidates to share their views with us - which we'll then share with our statewide audience - via our Certified Progressive questionnaire: https://progresstexas.org/blog/progress-texas-certified-progressives-2024-progressive-values-questionnaire Instagram users: be sure to enable political content on that platform, which has begun opting users out: https://x.com/ProgressTX/status/1771276124498100667?s=20 Thanks for listening! Find our web store and other ways to support our important work this election year at https://progresstexas.org/.

Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas: A Christian Nationalist group, with support from current elected officials, calls for women who have sought abortion care to be charged with murder: https://twitter.com/MrsAMartini/status/1773160427981070620?t=KYb98_RSF5BTJKpKpBe0pw&s=19 Rep, James Talarico's talk on Christian Nationalism: https://youtu.be/Blph_2RSBno?feature=shared Governor Abbott has issued an executive order equating pro-Palestinian protest with anti-semitism, ordering Texas universities to crack down: https://www.chron.com/politics/article/abbott-antisemitism-texas-colleges-19371821.php ...While students at UT find the new lack of DEI support discouraging: https://www.cnn.com/2024/03/28/us/university-of-texas-austin-anti-dei-law/index.html ...And in incredible timing, a new right-wing institute has opened at UT: https://www.austinchronicle.com/daily/news/2024-03-27/right-wing-funded-civitas-institute-is-almost-up-and-running-at-ut-austin/ In a small win for capital punishment opponents, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals has re-sentenced an intellectually-disabled death row inmate to life in prison: https://www.texastribune.org/2024/03/27/randall-mays-death-penalty-intellectual-disability/ As Women's History Month winds down, check out a great talk with the longest-standing members of both the Texas Senate and the Texas House, both of whom are women: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-hour-149-womens-history-month-with-sen-judith/id1552998795?i=1000650551946 Thanks for listening! Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at https://progresstexas.org/.

In this month's episode of Discussions with DPIC, Managing Director Anne Holsinger speaks with Judge Elsa Alcala, who served on the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals from 2011 to 2018. In addition to serving as a judge at the appeals and trial level, she worked as a prosecutor, criminal defense attorney, and most recently as a justice-reform lobbyist during her three-decade career in criminal law. She shares how these experiences have informed her perspective on the death penalty and identifies recommendations for criminal legal reforms. 

MAJOR UPDATE: Chaos ensues in court after the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that Texas could enforce their immigration laws, allowing border patrol to arrest illegal immigrants. Within hours, a federal court of appeals put the ruling back on hold as they prepare to hear more arguments today. Following the Supreme Court ruling, Texas remains divided over illegal immigration. The Sekulow team discusses the border crisis, the proposed TikTok ban, updates on Biden's plan to build a port in Gaza, breaking news on the Fani Willis disqualification appeal, and more.

America Out Loud PULSE with Dr. Peter & Ginger Breggin – After the court decision, large losses in the value of their stocks befell Pfizer and their Chinese mRNA manufacturing partner (WuXi Biologics) and other Chinese biotech stocks. Pfizer has worked with these companies despite the well-known fact that they share data and intellectual property with the CCP and the PLA...

A federal appeals court has put a partial hold on the controversial ruling from a Texas Court that bans the widely used abortion pill mifepristone. Calls for California, Senator Dianne Feinstein to resign are growing louder after months of absence from Congress. And, Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is in China this week and is expected to meet with president Xi Jingping to discuss economic ties.