Thai Police Charge Former PM Thaksin Over Royal Insult

Police in Thailand have charged former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra with defamation against the monarchy over comments he made almost a decade ago. It comes just weeks before his possible release from prison, where he is serving time for abuse-of-power and corruption charges.Patrick Fok reports.

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Trump to nominate long-time ally as Attorney General

Donald Trump plans to nominate his long-time ally Pamela Bondi as the US Attorney General. The pick comes after his first choice to lead the Justice Department - Matt Gaetz - withdrew his name from consideration due to concern over allegations of sexual misconduct. Ira Spitzer has more.

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