Trump lawyers meet with Justice Department officials

Trump lawyers meet with Justice Department officials
Trump lawyers meet with Justice Department officials
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(WASHINGTON) — Lawyers for former President Donald Trump met with officials at the Department of Justice Monday, according to sources familiar with the matter.

It was not immediately clear who Trump’s lawyers met with at DOJ.

Spokespeople for the special counsel and the Department of Justice declined to comment on the meeting.

It comes after Trump’s lawyers requested a meeting with Attorney General Merrick Garland last month, amid fears from his lawyers that the coming weeks could bring a possible indictment of Trump regarding his alleged efforts to retain materials after leaving office and obstruct the government’s attempts to retrieve them.

The lawyers have said they have questions surrounding the integrity of the grand juries impaneled that are investigating the former president.

In their meeting request last month, the Trump attorneys wrote that they wanted to discuss what they described as the “ongoing injustice that is being perpetrated” by special counsel Jack Smith and said that no president has been “baselessly investigated” in such an “unlawful fashion.”

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Neil Young’s ‘Official Release Series Volume 5’ to feature four classic albums

Neil Young’s ‘Official Release Series Volume 5’ to feature four classic albums
Neil Young’s ‘Official Release Series Volume 5’ to feature four classic albums
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Neil Young fans have a lot to look forward to in July.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer has announced the fifth installment in his Official Release Series, this time comprised of four remastered albums: 1989’s Freedom, which includes the Young classic “Rockin’ In The Free World”; 1990’s Ragged Glory; and two albums from 1991: the live record Weld and the companion Arc, described as “a 35-minute outburst of feedback, improvisation, guitar solos and vocal fragments.” 

Official Release Series Volume 5, dropping July 14, will be released as a numbered vinyl box set, the first time these albums have been remastered for vinyl, and Arc‘s first time on vinyl ever. The set will include the four albums on nine vinyl LPs. There will also be a numbered CD set, featuring six CDs.

Both sets will be available at the Greedy Hand Store at the Neil Young Archives, as well as music retailers and most digital services. It is available for preorder now.

 

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Bodies of two remaining missing men found at collapsed Iowa building: Officials

Bodies of two remaining missing men found at collapsed Iowa building: Officials
Bodies of two remaining missing men found at collapsed Iowa building: Officials
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(DAVENPORT, Iowa) — The bodies of the two remaining men who were missing amid the Davenport, Iowa, apartment collapse have been recovered, officials announced Monday.

The body of building resident Ryan Hitchcock, 51, was found at about 12:25 p.m. Sunday and the remains of Daniel Prien, 60, were recovered at about 2:30 a.m. Monday, officials said at a news conference.

The body of Branden Colvin, 42, was found on Saturday, officials said over the weekend.

All three men lived in apartments in the collapse zone. Autopsies will be conducted, officials said.

No one else is believed to be missing, officials said.

More than a dozen people evacuated the six-story building at the time of the May 28 collapse, and an additional eight people were rescued in the 24 hours after.

On May 29, officials said there was no credible information that anyone was missing and the city would move forward with plans to begin demolishing the remaining structure the next day. But that night, rescuers found a ninth person alive inside and pulled her out of a fourth-story window.

On May 30, the city’s demolition plans were put on hold as officials announced that five residents were still unaccounted for, including two — Colvin and Hitchcock — who may be inside.

On Thursday, officials announced that three residents remained missing: Colvin, Hitchcock and Prien.

Officials said Monday that multiple structural experts are participating in a discussion on how to dismantle the remaining portions of the building.

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Watch Halsey and SUGA embrace their demons in new video for “Lilith (Diablo IV Anthem)”

Watch Halsey and SUGA embrace their demons in new video for “Lilith (Diablo IV Anthem)”
Watch Halsey and SUGA embrace their demons in new video for “Lilith (Diablo IV Anthem)”
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As promised, Halsey and SUGA have dropped their devilish new video for “Lilith (Diablo IV Anthem),” in connection with June 6’s long-awaited launch of the Diablo IV video game.

In the clip, Halsey, wearing a cape and hood, enters a church and walks into a cloud of smoke. They doff their cape to reveal that they’re wearing a gladiator-style costume and carrying a sword. As they continue walking, they’re bloodied and cut by things both seen and unseen. 

Finally, Halsey kneels before a huge mural inspired by the game. As they offer their sword in a gesture of loyalty, they’re transformed into Lilith, the main character of the game, who’s depicted in the painting.

SUGA shows up halfway through, delivering his verses while enveloped by some kind of red mist.

“I’m here as both a fan and a collaborator,” says Halsey of their partnership on the game launch. “Plus, I’ve always wanted to do a concept with SUGA with this type of dark mythology, Hopefully, fans of Diablo, SUGA and myself will love Lilith’s embrace.” 

“Working with Halsey on a track for the Diablo universe has been an incredible joy,” SUGA adds. “I hope the track resonates with many people worldwide.”

 

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‘But Here We Are,’ Down Under: Foo Fighters announce Australia and New Zealand tour

‘But Here We Are,’ Down Under: Foo Fighters announce Australia and New Zealand tour
‘But Here We Are,’ Down Under: Foo Fighters announce Australia and New Zealand tour
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Foo Fighters have announced a tour of Australia and New Zealand.

The outing launches in November and stretches into January 2024. Tickets go on sale next Thursday, June 15. For the full list of dates and all ticket info, visit FooFighters.com.

The Foos will be headed Down Under in support of their new album, But Here We Are, which dropped last Friday, June 2. The record is the first from Dave Grohl and company since the death of drummer Taylor Hawkins in March 2022. During a streaming concert in May, Foo Fighters introduced Josh Freese, who’s played with bands including Nine Inch Nails, Guns N’ Roses, A Perfect Circle and The Offspring, as their new drummer.

Foo Fighters are playing a mix of U.S. headlining and festival dates this summer, including Bonnaroo and Outside Lands.

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Metro Boomin honors late mother one year after she passed away

Metro Boomin honors late mother one year after she passed away
Metro Boomin honors late mother one year after she passed away
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Metro Boomin has been busy promoting the Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse soundtrack, but he stopped to take a moment to honor his late mother. On Saturday, the anniversary of her death, he remembered the day via a heartfelt tribute.

“I can’t believe today makes 1 year since we have lost You my Love. You were the best Mother and friend that anyone could possibly even pray for,” wrote the producer. He noted she dedicated her life to “the betterment of your 5 children and our family as a whole” and made others “all feel that they had a Mom or Sister in You.”

“This s*** hurts so much having to live everyday knowing I won’t hear your voice or see your face again, but based on everything you taught me, I’m confident and know that this new reality and experience will 100% no doubt continue to shape me into a better man than I would have ever been able to become with You down here in the physical form,” Metro continued. “You’ve always said that I’m a hero to not only my younger brothers and sisters but to millions of others out there from afar. So I just look at this as part of my origin story and continue to move forward with the mission as I know You would want me to.”

Metro said he knows he’s on the right path when he’s told his resilience inspires others to “keep going despite their trials.” “I Love You Mom with all my being and can’t wait to see You again because I know I will!!” he concluded.

Metro’s mom, Leslie Wayne, was shot by her husband in June 2022 as part of a murder-suicide. The producer previously honored her with a Mother’s Day post.

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Jeremy Renner looking “phenomenal” at Arizona fan convention

Jeremy Renner looking “phenomenal” at Arizona fan convention
Jeremy Renner looking “phenomenal” at Arizona fan convention
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Jeremy Renner‘s progress following his near fatal snowplow accident on January 1 continues to impress.

The Oscar-nominated actor and Marvel movie star attended an autograph signing Friday at Phoenix Fan Fusion convention in Arizona. Even after posing for hundreds of pictures with fans, he was still going strong, according to attendee and costumer Tony Contreras.

Wearing his Avengers: Endgame-era Iron Man suit, he had a photo snapped with the smiling star.

Contreras tells ABC Audio that Renner looked “phenomenal,” adding, “I wasn’t expecting to see him [looking] like his usual awesome self.”

Calling Renner an “inspiration,” the fan noted, “If you didn’t know what he’d gone through, his appearance would never have given it away.”

The actor also received a standing ovation at a Q&A panel at the convention, where he addressed the accident that left him fighting for his life, with more than 30 broken bones and other serious injuries.

“Under the snowplow, it’s a different view,” he said, according to AZ Central. “But you know, no harm no foul, essentially. I’m coming back stronger.”

Renner was closer to home last week, touring the campus of University of Nevada, Reno, with his fellow Rennervations star and executive producer Rory Millikin. “I was inspired by the stories of these lovely students who just made my day !” the Hawkeye star said on Instagram, vowing, “I’m coming back!”

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‘Cop City’ vote: Atlanta City Council to vote on budget for project

‘Cop City’ vote: Atlanta City Council to vote on budget for project
‘Cop City’ vote: Atlanta City Council to vote on budget for project
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(ATLANTA) — The Atlanta City Council will vote Monday on allocating up to $31 million to “support the continued construction of and improvements to” the controversial Atlanta Public Safety Training Center.

The vote, happening at 1 p.m., could amend the 2023 general fund budget to transfer and allocate no more than $30 million to support the facility.

It would also authorize the mayor or chief financial officer to use $1 million in public safety impact fees to install a gymnasium facility on the project site.

The center, set to be used for specialized training for both law enforcement and fire department service workers, has garnered national attention for the riotous protests against it.

City officials assert the center could improve policing, while critics claim the effort is militarizing police and endangering local forests. Protesters have dubbed the training center “Cop City.”

The center will include an “auditorium for police/fire and public use,” a “mock city for burn building training and urban police training,” an “Emergency Vehicle Operator Course for emergency vehicle driver training,” a K-9 unit kennel and training, according to the center’s website.

The first phase of the training center is scheduled to open in late 2023.

Protests against the center escalated when a protester, Manuel Esteban Paez Terán, was shot and killed by police on Jan. 23 as they raided the campground occupied by demonstrators against the project.

Terán had at least 57 gunshot wounds in their body, according to the autopsy by the DeKalb County Medical Examiner sent to ABC News, including in the hands, torso, legs and head.

Officials said the protester fired the first shot at a state trooper, and the officer responded with the fatal shot.

According to the autopsy, Terán did not have gunpowder residue on their hands.

Since Terán’s death, protests have continued, with dozens of protesters arrested.

Last week, police arrested three Atlanta leaders of the Atlanta Solidarity Fund, which has bailed out protesters and helped them find lawyers. They were charged with money laundering and charity fraud and have since been granted bond.

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On This Day, June 5, 1983: U2 films historic concert at Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre

On This Day, June 5, 1983: U2 films historic concert at Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre
On This Day, June 5, 1983: U2 films historic concert at Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre

On This Day, June 5, 1983…

During a stop on their War tour, U2 headlined Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre, and recorded the performance for what became their first video release, Live at Red Rocks: Under a Blood Red Sky. The concert was nearly canceled due to inclement weather, but the band went on and played in the rain.

The video featured a classic performance of “Sunday Bloody Sunday,” which Rolling Stone called one of the “50 Moments that Changed the History of Rock and Roll.”  

The concert film went on to become a best-seller, and was crucial in cementing U2’s reputation as a stellar live act and helped make them stars.  The band later released a live album, Under a Blood Red Sky, which featured eight tracks performed live during the War tour, with two songs from the same concert.

A remastered version of Live at Red Rocks was released on DVD in 2008, featuring previously unreleased tracks.

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Elton John invites fans to let their “inner Elton out” for new AIDS Foundation initiative

Elton John invites fans to let their “inner Elton out” for new AIDS Foundation initiative
Elton John invites fans to let their “inner Elton out” for new AIDS Foundation initiative
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In the 31 years since Elton John established his AIDS Foundation, he’s raised millions of dollars for the cause, but their work is far from over. As part of a new initiative called The Rocket Fund, he’s now calling on people to “let their inner Elton out.”

Appearing on ABC’s Good Morning America on Monday, Elton announced that he wants fans to take to social media and dress like him to show their support for The Rocket Fund — and he’s asked famous pals like Neil Patrick Harris and JoJo Siwa to join in. 

The fund aims to “turbo charge” the foundation’s fundraising efforts and take in $125 million for the fight against AIDS, with an eye toward ending the disease by 2030.

Elton also talked about the impending end of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour, which wraps up next month in Sweden. “It’s gonna be emotional but I’m not thinking about it,” he told GMA‘s Lara Spencer. “I’m just concentrating on doing the next best show I can.”

Noting that his two sons are going to attend the final show in Sweden, Elton added, “It’s gonna be a tremendous occasion … who knows what it’s gonna feel like?”

 

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