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Timeline of Julian Assange's 14-year-long saga to dodge extradition

The WikiLeaks founder agreed to a no-jail plea deal with U.S. prosecutors.
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In this May 19, 2017 file photo, Wikileaks founder Julian Assange speaks on the balcony of the Embassy of Ecuador in London.
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ABC News Live Prime: Tuesday, June 25, 2024

Twenty four states under heat alerts as East Coast readies for potentially damaging storms; WikiLeaks founder Assange pleads guilty and is set free; ABC News contributor LZ Granderson reveals his HIV.
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ABC News Live Rundown: Tuesday, June 25, 2024

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
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VIDEO: ABC News Live Rundown: Tuesday, June 25, 2024
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Tupac murder suspect denied release

Duane "Keefe D" Davis, 61, was denied release on bail. Davis has been accused with of killing rapper Tupac in 1996
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VIDEO: Tupac murder suspect denied release
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Minnesota's Rapidan Dam at risk of 'failure' amid severe flooding

The Rapidan Dam, built in 1910, is located on the Blue Earth River in Minnesota.
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High water levels at the Rapidan Dam on the Blue Earth River in Mankato, Minn., June 24, 2024.
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New York primary could set stage for November presidential election

The race between Democratic candidates, progressive Rep. Jamaal Bowman and centrist George Latimer, could reveal a divide in the party. Our panel examines how this might affect the November election.
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VIDEO: New York primary could set stage for November presidential election
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26-year-old woman drowns after slipping into creek at national park

Other park visitors pulled the woman from the water, NPS said.
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View from boat on Upper Waterton Lake.
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Sealed notes shed light on Trump's alleged efforts to hide classified documents

Judge Aileen Cannon is considering tossing out the notes as evidence.
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This image contained in a court filing by the Department of Justice on Aug. 30, 2022, and partially redacted by the source, shows a photo of documents seized during the Aug. 8 FBI search of former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate.
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Heated end to 3-day hearing in Trump's Florida classified documents case

Former federal prosecutor and ABC News contributor Kan Nawaday joins ABC News' Jay O Brien for further analysis of the case.
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VIDEO: Heated end to 3-day hearing in Trump's Florida classified documents case
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Special counsel criticizes Trump for storing national secrets amid 'keepsakes'

Special counsel Jack Smith is defending the August 2022 search of Mar-a-Lago.
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This image, contained in a court filing by the Department of Justice, shows a photo of materials found during the FBI's Aug. 8, 2022 search of former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate.
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Family sues Texas children’s hospital and DFPS for wrongfully taking their children

Lorina Bourne and Jason Troy say they were wrongfully accused of child abuse in 2015.
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Lorina Bourne and Jason Troy say they were wrongfully accused of child abuse in 2015.
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NASA astronauts stuck waiting aboard ISS amid issues with Boeing's Starliner

The astronauts were originally scheduled to return to Earth on June 14.
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The United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas V rocket with Boeing's CST-100 Starliner spacecraft launches from Space Launch Complex 41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on June 5, 2024.
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Prosecutor accuses Trump's lawyers of 'hijacking' hearing in classified docs case

The two sides wrapped up three days of hearings Tuesday.
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Former President Donald Trump walks on stage to deliver the keynote address at the Faith & Freedom Coalition's Road to Majority Policy Conference, June 22, 2024, in Washington.
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Key events in East Palestine hazardous train derailment

A freight train carrying hazardous materials derailed on Feb. 3 near the town.
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Workers and damaged tank cars during cleanup in the aftermath of a Norfolk Southern freight train derailment that has created concern by residents over the release of toxic chemicals in East Palestine, Ohio, Feb. 18, 2023.
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As Trump weighs vice presidential pick, abortion becomes issue of focus

The former president is weighing prospective candidates' stances on abortion.
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Former President Donald Trump attends a campaign event in Philadelphia, June 22, 2024.
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Family sues Texas hospital, state officials for 'unlawful' removal of their children

Lorina Bourne and Jason Troy say they were wrongfully accused of child abuse.
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Lorina Bourne and her two sons spoke with ABC News about their separation nearly ten years ago.
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Gunman allegedly kills 5, critically injures teen in shootings at 2 apartments

The suspect, 57-year-old Erick Adams, died by suicide on Tuesday, police said.
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The North Las Vegas Police Department released this photo of 57-year-old Erick Adams, a suspect in multiple shootings.
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Gunman allegedly kills 5 people, critically injures teen in Nevada

The suspect, 57-year-old Erick Adams, was located on Tuesday and "is no longer a threat to the community," police said.
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The suspect, 57-year-old Erick Adams, was located on Tuesday and "is no longer a threat to the community," police said.
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NTSB reveals cause of 2023 toxic train crash in East Palestine, Ohio

The derailment prompted the evacuation of more than 2,000 residents.
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This video screenshot released by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) shows the site of a derailed freight train in East Palestine, Ohio that ocurres on Feb. 3, 2023.
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Judge partially lifts gag order on former President Trump

A Manhattan judge partially lifted the gag order on former President Donald Trump on Tuesday, allowing him to mention witnesses and jurors.
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VIDEO: Judge partially lifts gag order on former President Trump
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Iowa woman arrested after dead body found in car

Margot Lewis, 32, had been involved in a single-vehicle accident on Saturday when the body was seen in the backseat.
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Margot Lewis, 32, had been involved in a single-vehicle accident on Saturday when the body was seen in the backseat.
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Families sue over Louisiana Ten Commandments classroom requirement

The families are Jewish, Christian, Unitarian Universalist, and nonreligious.
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Workers repaint a Ten Commandments billboard off of Interstate 71 on Election Day near Chenoweth, Ohio, Nov. 7, 2023. Louisiana has become the first state to require that the Ten Commandments be displayed in every public-school classroom under a bill signed into law by Republican Gov. Jeff Landry, June 19, 2024.
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'Killing spree': Man guns down 3 women in separate shootings within 1 hour

"We don't know what set this man off," the sheriff said.
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Manatee County Sheriff Rick Wells speaks at a press conference, June 25, 2024, holding a photograph of triple homicide suspect Javontee Brice.
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New details in Trump classified documents case

ABC News' Katherine Faulders discusses former President Donald Trump’s previous concerns in turning in classified documents and the role that sealed notes play in his case.
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VIDEO: New details in Trump classified documents case
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Extreme flooding and severe heat across the US

ABC News meteorologist Somara Theodore tracks the dangerous heat from coast to coast, as well as damaging winds hitting the Midwest.
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VIDEO: Extreme flooding and severe heat across the US
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‘Killing spree’ ends with 3 women, suspect dead: Police

Javontee Brice, 28, allegedly shot and killed his mother, cousin and ex-girlfriend’s new partner in Bradenton, Florida, Monday night.
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Javontee Brice, 28, allegedly shot and killed his mother, cousin and ex-girlfriend’s new partner in Bradenton, Florida, Monday night.
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US surgeon general declares gun violence a public health crisis

ABC News medical contributor Dr. Alok Patel discusses how gun violence affects youth in the U.S. mentally and physically.
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VIDEO: US surgeon general declares gun violence a public health crisis
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Double drowning danger: How to save lives at the beach

ABC News Chief Meteorologist Ginger Zee takes part in a simulation showing how to rescue someone who may be struggling in the water.
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VIDEO: Double drowning danger: How to save lives at the beach
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National headlines from ABC News

Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
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Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
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Man at large after sexually assaulting 21-year-old woman sunbathing in Central Park

The young woman was alone when she was attacked Monday afternoon.
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The NYPD is looking for the man wanted in a sexual attack on a 21-year-old woman sunbathing in Central Park, June 24, 2024.
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Closing arguments begin in Karen Read murder trial

Closing arguments are set to begin today in the Karen Read murder trial along with deliberations from the jury.
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VIDEO: Closing arguments begin in Karen Read murder trial
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Woman sexually assaulted in Central Park

The unknown suspect fled before police officers could capture the assailant.
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The unknown suspect fled before police officers could capture the assailant.
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14-year-old boy bitten by shark in NC

Blayne Brown, who was attacked at North Topsail Beach, is recovering from leg and ankle injuries.
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Blayne Brown, who was attacked at North Topsail Beach, is recovering from leg and ankle injuries.
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Family of bears pays surprise visit to NC family

A North Carolina resident had an adorable surprise when a family of black bears climbed up onto his porch.
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VIDEO:  Family of bears pays surprise visit to NC family
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Kevin, world's tallest dog who stood at 7 feet, dies just days after getting record

"Everybody loves seeing him as long as they don’t get whipped by his tail."
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The world’s tallest male dog Kevin who could stretch to approximately 7 feet tall when standing on his hind legs has died just days after his record-breaking achievement was announced to the world, according to Guinness World Records.
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Woman arrested after police find dead body in backseat of crashed car

"It was immediately apparent the death was not a result of the accident."
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Biden approves Iowa disaster declaration, unlocking federal funds following flooding

The declaration impacts Clay, Emmet, Lyon, Plymouth, and Sioux counties.
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A drone view shows a flooded area following heavy rainfall in Rock Valley, Iowa, U.S. June 22, 2024, in this still image obtained from a social media video. (PHOTO: Chris VB/via REUTERS)
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ABC News Live Prime: Monday, June 24, 2024

Extreme heat and severe storms wreak havoc across U.S.; Israeli soldiers claim warning signs of impending war ignored; Jewish and Palestinian professors join forces to teach religion class.
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VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Monday, June 24, 2024
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By the Numbers: What your behavior on Zoom tells your boss

Are you back in the office or working from home? And are you keeping your camera on during virtual meetings? What bosses see and how it could affect your pay.
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VIDEO: By the Numbers: What your behavior on Zoom tells your boss
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ABC News Live Rundown: Monday, June 24, 2024

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
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VIDEO: ABC News Live Rundown: Monday, June 24, 2024
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Julian Assange expected to plead guilty to disseminating classified information

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is expected to plead guilty to a single felony count of conspiring to unlawfully obtain and disseminate classified information.
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VIDEO: Julian Assange expected to plead guilty to disseminating classified information
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Timeline: Special counsel's probe into Trump's handling of classified documents

Trump has pleaded not guilty to charges of mishandling classified materials.
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This image contained in a court filing by the Department of Justice on Aug. 30, 2022, and partially redacted by the source, shows a photo of documents seized during the Aug. 8 FBI search of former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate.
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FBI announces $10,000 reward for info on cause of deadly New Mexico fires

The South Fork and Salt fires have killed two and burned over 25,000 acres.
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The South Fork and Salt fires have killed two and burned over 25,000 acres.
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Supreme Court agrees to hear case on gender transition care for minors

SCOTUS has agreed to hear challenges to Tennessee's law banning gender transition care for minors. Also, the latest from the Middle East where there are growing threats of a widening war.
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VIDEO: Supreme Court agrees to hear case on gender transition care for minors
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Supreme Court to weigh in on gender transition care for minors

The case centers around a 15-year-old and her parents, who say the Tennessee law violates the constitution. White House gender policy director Jennifer Klein joins the show to discuss the case.
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VIDEO: Supreme Court to weigh in on gender transition care for minors
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Edmonton Oilers: Possible comeback in NHL Stanley Cup Finals

After losing three games to the Florida Panthers, the Oilers have battled back to tie the series and move on to Game 7. Our panel breaks down what could be an historic game!
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VIDEO: Edmonton Oilers: Possible comeback in NHL Stanley Cup Finals
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Prosecutors argue for Trump gag order in classified documents case

Prosecutors argue his rhetoric inflamed a supporter who attacked an FBI office.
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Republican presidential candidate, former U.S. President Donald Trump arrives to a campaign rally at the Liacouras Center on June 22, 2024 in Philadelphia.
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Gamer allegedly flew to Florida to attack fellow player he met online: Sheriff

The suspect was charged with attempted second-degree murder.
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The booking photo for Edward Kang.
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New Jersey man allegedly flew to Florida to attack fellow gamer: Sheriff

A New Jersey man faces an attempted murder charge after allegedly flying to Florida and attacking a fellow gamer with a hammer over an online dispute, authorities said.
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A New Jersey man faces an attempted murder charge after allegedly flying to Florida and attacking a fellow gamer with a hammer over an online dispute, authorities said.
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FBI announces $10,000 reward for info on cause of deadly New Mexico fires

The South Fork and Salt fires have killed two and burned over 25,000 acres.
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Smoke plumes from the South Fork Fire rise above the tree line as the fire progresses from the Mescalero Apache Indian Reservation to the Lincoln National Forest causing mandatory evacuations in Ruidoso, N. M., June 17, 2024.