Justice Department sues California, other states that have declined to share voter rolls

Justice Department sues California, other states that have declined to share voter rolls

The U.S. Justice Department sued California Secretary of State Shirley Weber on Thursday for failing to hand over the state’s voter rolls, alleging she is unlawfully preventing federal authorities from ensuring state compliance with federal voting regulations and safeguarding federal elections against fraud. The Justice Department also sued Weber’s counterparts in Michigan, Minnesota, New York,…

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Afrika Bambaataa dead: Hip-hop pioneer and ‘Planet Rock’ rapper

Afrika Bambaataa dead: Hip-hop pioneer and ‘Planet Rock’ rapper

Afrika Bambaataa, the influential rapper and DJ who helped shape the culture of hip-hop via his legendary Zulu Nation block parties in the South Bronx, has died. Also known for his electro-funk records including β€œPlanet Rock” and β€œLooking for the Perfect Beat,” the musician β€” born Lance Taylor β€” died Thursday β€œfrom complications of cancer,”…

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