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FIRST ON FOX: Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita is appealing a federal judge’s decision to allow an inmate – incarcerated for murdering his 11-month-old stepchild – sex reassignment surgery following the inmate’s lawsuit against the state’s correctional facility.”We were very clear that we disagreed with the judge’s decision in this case, and now we are officially appealing,” Rokita told Fox News Digital. “Prisoners like the convicted baby murderer in this case don’t have a constitutional right to gender transition surgeries, much less to have taxpayers foot the bill.””We will continue doing our duty to defend Indiana’s commonsense laws,” he said. INDIANA JUDGE RULES PRISON MUST PROVIDE TRANSGENDER SURGERY FOR INMATE WHO KILLED BABYFox News Digital first learned that Rokita filed the intent to appeal notice on Wednesday morning.The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) sued the Indiana Department of Corrections last year on behalf of a transgender inmate, Jonathan C. Richardson, also known as Autumn Cordellionè, who was convicted of strangling his 11-month-old stepdaughter to death in 2001.Indiana law, however, prohibits the Department of Corrections from using taxpayer dollars to fund sex reassignment surgeries for inmates. However, the ACLU argues in the lawsuit, filed on Aug. 28, 2023, that the law is a violation of the Eighth Amendment’s prohibition of “cruel and unusual punishment.”ACLU SUES INDIANA OVER DENIAL OF SEX REASSIGNMENT SURGERY FOR INMATE WHO STRANGLED 11-MONTH-OLD TO DEATHThe surgery for Cordellioné, who is serving out a 55-year prison sentence for reckless homicide, “is a medical necessity,” according to the ACLU lawsuit.Judge Richard Young agreed with the ACLU’s claims and ruled in favor of Cordellioné last month.”Specifically, Ms. Cordellioné has shown that her gender dysphoria is a serious medical need, and that, despite other treatments Defendant has provided her to treat her gender dysphoria, she requires gender-affirming surgery to prevent a risk of serious bodily and psychological harm,” the ruling states.In a separate lawsuit last year, Cordellioné filed a civil lawsuit against the prison chaplain for allegedly prohibiting him from wearing a hijab outside his immediate bed quarters, despite identifying as a Muslim woman. TRANS INMATE WHO KILLED BABY AND IDENTIFIES AS MUSLIM WOMAN SUES CHAPLAIN FOR ALLEGEDLY NOT ALLOWING HIJABAccording to court documents, Cordellioné strangled his then-wife’s 11-month-year old daughter to death while she was at work on Sept. 12, 2001. During Cordellioné’s initial interview with one of the detectives, he was calm and “unemotional” when recounting what happened, court documents from Indiana’s Court of Appeals show. 



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A former Las Vegas-area Democratic politician convicted of killing an investigative journalist who had written critical stories about him was told by a judge Wednesday that he must spend at least 28 years behind bars before he is eligible for parole. The judge invoked sentencing enhancements to add eight years to the minimum 20 years to life sentence that a jury set in August after finding Robert Telles guilty of killing Las Vegas Review-Journal reporter Jeff German outside German’s home during Labor Day weekend in 2022.German, 69, spent 44 years covering crime, courts and corruption in Las Vegas. At the time of German’s death, Telles, 47, was the elected administrator of a Clark County office that handles unclaimed estate and probate property cases. “We lost a brother, we lost an uncle, a friend, a leader. We are still in shock and it’s been two years. It’s going to take a long time to recover from this,” German’s brother Jay told the courtroom just prior to Telles’ sentencing. “We have a lot of anxiety about the future safety of our family… if Robert Telles were to be released after just 20 years’ incarceration.” TELLES’ OWN TESTIMONY UNDERMINED HIS DEFENSE IN JOURNALIST’S MURDER CASE, JUROR SAYS Telles, who also spoke Wednesday, denied any responsibility for German’s death.”The family has my deepest condolences, Mr. German was very impactful in the community, he made a difference, and we know from testimony by the family that he was a good brother and a good uncle. And I understand the desire to seek justice and have somebody accountable for this,” Telles said. “But I did not kill Mr. German. And unfortunately the people who should be held responsible, who should be brought to justice, the chances of that happening now — right this minute — are slim to none. That said, again my deepest sympathies to the family and I wish them well as they navigate the rest of this tragedy.”Telles lost his primary for a second term in office after German’s stories in May and June 2022 described turmoil at the Clark County Public Administrator/Guardian office. In one of them, German wrote that “a half-dozen current and former employees interviewed by the Review-Journal are alleging the hostile work environment was fueled by the elected administrator of the office, Robert Telles, carrying on an ‘inappropriate relationship’ with a staffer that has harmed the office’s ability to deal with the public in overseeing the estates of those who have died.” Prosecutor Christopher Hamner said during closing arguments of the murder trial that German wasn’t finished in his work of exposing Telles, which ultimately led the politician to taking out the veteran journalist. “And he did it because Jeff wasn’t done writing,” Hamner said. “It’s like connecting the dots. He murdered him because Jeff’s writing destroyed his career. It destroyed his reputation. It threatened probably his marriage. Exposed things that even he admitted he did not want the public to know.” TELLES HAD HUNDREDS OF PHOTOS OF GERMAN’S HOME AND NEIGHBORHOOD, JURY IS TOLD Telles testified for several hours at his trial, admitting for the first time that reports of the office romance were true, according to The Associated Press. He denied killing German and said he was “framed” by a broad conspiracy involving a real estate company, police, DNA analysts, former co-workers and others. He also told the jury he was victimized for crusading to root out corruption. However, the evidence included Telles’ DNA being found beneath German’s fingernails. German was found slashed and stabbed to death in a side yard outside his home, where Telles is accused in a criminal complaint of “lying in wait” for German to come outside.Telles’ attorney, Robert Draskovich, has said Telles intends to appeal his conviction. Fox News’ Michael Dorgan and The Associated Press contributed to this report. 



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IN TODAY’S NEWSLETTER:- AI-powered scam targets 2.5 billion Gmail users in sophisticated phishing attacks- AI sector frustrated by Congress’ slow pace keeping up with the advanced tech- Elon Musk unveils Tesla’s Robovan, Robotaxi, humanoid robotsAI-POWERED SCAM: Gmail is used by nearly 2.5 billion users worldwide, making it a frequent target for scammers. If you use Gmail, you’ve probably encountered phishing emails impersonating popular companies like Microsoft, Google, Apple and others. These scams are often easy to spot due to suspicious email addresses and other red flags like poor grammar or urgent requests for personal information. However, a new AI-powered scam is making the rounds, and it’s much harder to detect unless you’re very cautious. TECH CRUNCH: People close to the growing artificial intelligence sector say the industry is frustrated with the pace at which Congress is handling the issue.TESLA’S NEW TECH: Tesla’s recent “We, Robot” event showcased a number of innovations that included the much-anticipated Robovan, the stylish Robotaxi and the humanoid Optimus robot. These autonomous vehicles and robots are set to change how we think about urban transportation, bringing together efficiency, flair and cutting-edge technology.TASTY TECH: In a groundbreaking development for sustainable agriculture, the world’s first large-scale indoor vertical strawberry farm has opened its doors in Richmond, Virginia. This innovative facility, operated by Plenty Unlimited Inc., opened on Sept. 24, 2024, and is set to revolutionize berry production and pave the way for a more sustainable future in farming.FOLLOW FOX NEWS ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook
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Israel reportedly has decided on the targets that it could strike in Iran in retaliation for the barrage of missiles Tehran fired at the country on Oct. 1, with Defense Minister Yoav Gallant vowing that there will be “a precise and deadly response.” The Times of Israel, citing Channel 12 news, reports that the Israeli Defense Forces have presented a list of potential targets to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Gallant as officials are conducting “sensitive coordination” with other countries in the Middle East. “The targets are clear. Now it’s a matter of time,” one source reportedly told Israel’s Kan news. Another source told Kan that “the targets could also change at the 11th hour,” according to The Times of Israel. FROM CEASE-FIRE PUSH TO BOOTS ON THE GROUND IN ISRAEL: US SEEMINGLY ACCEPTS INVOLVEMENT IN ESCALATING WAR The newspaper quoted Gallant as saying Tuesday that he sees “eye-to-eye” with Netanyahu and military chief Herzi Halevi on “both the need and essence of the response” to Iran, which he described as being “precise and deadly.” Following the attack by Tehran, in which the U.S. helped defend Israel against the more than 180 missiles fired at it, Netanyahu vowed to make Iran “pay,” prompting immediate speculation over what the counterattack would look like. BIDEN-HARRIS ADMINISTRATION WARNS ISRAEL OVER GAZA HUMANITARIAN AID, LEAKED LETTER REVEALS No casualties were reported in Israel, though one Palestinian was killed in the West Bank, and Biden has urged Netanyahu to issue nothing more than a “proportionate” counterstrike.  However, speculation has mounted over the type of attack Israel could hit Iran with, and security analysts have begun reviewing strike options that range from hitting military sites, infrastructure important to the Iranian regime like oil refineries and ports, to even an attack on Iran’s expanding nuclear program. Following Iran’s attack in April, during which it levied some 300 missiles and drones at Israel, Jerusalem responded to Western calls for restraint by hitting Iran’s air defenses and destroying part of an S-300 long-range air defense system. Fox News’ Caitlin McFall contributed to this report. 



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Election Day is almost here! To celebrate your right to vote, an election party can help keep the mood high as results roll in. When hosting an election party, decorate your house in red, white and blue everything.From candidate signs to American flags and patriotic platters, this election party decor can help you get your home ready for an exciting election night.Original price: $21.99Be proud of who you vote for and show your support with a lawn sign featuring your pick for president. Amazon has both Harris and Trump lawn signs that you can easily put anywhere in your yard.If you’re an Amazon Prime member, you can get these items sent to your door ASAP. You can join or start a 30-day free trial to start your shopping today.Original price: $18.99Red, white and blue are the signature colors of any election night party, and these red, white and blue foil fringe curtains from Amazon add to the aesthetic. You can also get a set of metallic fringe curtains from Walmart that are easy to hang.You get an “I voted” sticker if you vote in person, but everyone loves more stickers! Reward your guests who voted with more vote stickers. They come in different designs with different sayings, so all your guests can choose the stickers they want most.An American flag tablecloth not only protects your table, but it helps add to the spirit of the night. Get a three pack of plastic American Flag tablecloths from Amazon or just a single flag tablecloth from Walmart.GET READY FOR FALL POTLUCKS WITH THESE COOKING AND PARTY ESSENTIALSWhile you’re waiting for the results to roll in, a political board game can help you pass the time. There’s a Monopoly house divided board game that’s based around government and politics. Instead of the traditional game, you buy states and earn votes as you move around the board.Serve all your snacks on red, white and blue serving trays to keep with the theme. Amazon has American Flag paper plate serving trays that you can just throw away once the party is over. If you prefer to reuse your trays, Amazon also has plastic trays with handles for easy carrying.Toothpicks with flags supporting your candidate are the perfect baked goods topper or help your guests pick up olives, cheese, fruit or whatever else you’re serving. Find Trump toothpick flags and Harris toothpick flags on Amazon.For more Deals, visit www.foxnews.com/category/dealsOriginal price: $8.99Remind anyone who drives by your house that the election is coming up with a vote yard sign or flag. This yard flag can be easily attached to any small flag pole you have, or you can put out an additional lawn sign that features a reminder to vote.



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