Virginia AG candidate Jay Jones faces scrutiny over violent texts

8. oktober 2025 Rapporteret af AI

Resurfaced 2022 text messages from Democratic Virginia attorney general candidate Jerrauld 'Jay' Jones, depicting the murder of former House Speaker Todd Gilbert and harm to his children, have sparked widespread controversy. While Republicans demand Jones drop out of the race, many Democrats have remained silent or continued their support. Jones has apologized for the remarks, calling them embarrassing and shameful.

Virginia AG candidate Jay Jones faces calls to drop out over violent texts

9. oktober 2025 Rapporteret af AI

Democratic Virginia attorney general nominee Jay Jones is under intense pressure to withdraw from the 2025 race following the resurfacing of his 2022 text messages that fantasized about shooting a Republican lawmaker and harming his family. Republicans and law enforcement groups have demanded his exit, while some Democrats have condemned the remarks but stopped short of revoking support. The scandal has prompted additional GOP funding in related races and scrutiny of Jones' past lenient legal treatment.

Eric Adams drops out of New York City mayoral race

30. september 2025 Rapporteret af AI

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has ended his reelection campaign amid ongoing legal troubles and political pressure. The announcement, made on September 29, 2025, escalates tensions among Democratic rivals vying for the city's top job. Adams cited personal and professional challenges as key factors in his decision.

ICA-butik i Stockholm anklaget for at omskrive udløbt kød

9. oktober 2025 Rapporteret af AI

En ICA-butik i Stockholms Östermalm-distrikt er blevet afsløret for systematisk at omskrive udløbt kød med nye datoer for at sælge det. Afsløringen kommer fra Aftonbladets program «200 sekunder» og har udløst stærke reaktioner blandt kunder. Butikkens ejer har iværksat en intern undersøgelse og undskylder for rutinefejl.

Elon Musk denies visiting Jeffrey Epstein's island

29. september 2025 Rapporteret af AI

Elon Musk has firmly denied any connection to Jeffrey Epstein's private island after his name appeared in recently unsealed court documents. The Tesla CEO stated he never visited the island and refused Epstein's invitations to meet. Musk's response came amid public speculation following the document release.

Prosecutors seek prison and ineligibility for Saint-Étienne mayor

In a high-profile trial in Saint-Étienne, prosecutors have demanded a firm prison sentence and immediate ineligibility for Gaël Perdriau, the city's mayor, accused of sextape blackmail. The case dates back to 2014 and involves the distribution of a compromising video. Perdriau denies any involvement.

Virginia Democratic AG candidate scrutinized over violent texts

7. oktober 2025 Rapporteret af AI

Democratic candidate for Virginia attorney general Jay Jones is under fire after 2022 text messages surfaced showing him fantasizing about shooting a Republican colleague and harming his children. While Republicans demand he drop out, many Democratic endorsers have not withdrawn support. Jones has apologized for the remarks.

Oppositionen kræver parlamentsmedlems afgang over filmning

Oppositionspartier i Sverige har krævet, at et parlamentsmedlem fra Sverigedemokraterne træder tilbage efter anklager om at have filmet teenagere uden tilladelse. Hændelsen har udløst politisk kontrovers og krav om ansvarlighed. Medlemmet har endnu ikke kommenteret anklagerne offentligt.