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Daily Digest — Fascinating News — Saturday, February 14, 2026

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CNN — Daily Digest — Saturday, February 14, 2026

Today's news reflects significant political tensions and institutional challenges, with Trump administration actions facing pushback from both judicial and corporate sectors while broader economic and international concerns dominate headlines. From Supreme Court interventions and judicial ethics to corporate leadership changes and international controversies, the day highlights friction between executive power and established institutions.

Trump privately criticized Republican lawmakers who spoke out against him over a racist video incident while showing leniency toward the unnamed staffer responsible for the controversy.

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Nobody asked: Trump’s DOJ steps up uninvited recommendations at Supreme Court

The Trump administration is filing amicus briefs at the Supreme Court at an unprecedented rate without being invited, backing conservative causes across high-profile cases.

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Kathy Ruemmler, top Goldman Sachs lawyer, resigning amid Epstein fallout

Goldman Sachs's chief legal officer Kathy Ruemmler is resigning following the Justice Department's release of millions of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.

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How the anti-Trump resistance is slowly stirring

A federal judge dismissed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's attempt to punish Arizona Senator Mark Kelly for alleged sedition, signaling potential resistance to Trump administration actions.

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Pickleball dispute sparks brawl at Florida country club

A pickleball game at a Florida country club escalated into violence when a dispute over rules led to one player attacking another with a paddle and fists.

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New judicial ethics code says judges may speak out against ‘illegitimate’ attacks

New federal judiciary ethics guidance clarifies that judges are permitted to publicly speak out against what they consider illegitimate criticism and attacks.

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Why Trump’s immigration crackdown isn’t boosting hiring

Despite the Trump administration's aggressive immigration crackdown, employers are not significantly increasing hiring, suggesting the policy's promised economic benefits may not materialize.

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Wendy’s will continue closing hundreds of stores through mid-2026

Wendy's is continuing its turnaround strategy by closing hundreds of U.S. locations through mid-2026.

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IOC under fire for selling Nazi-era Olympic Games T-shirt

The International Olympic Committee faces backlash for selling merchandise commemorating the 1936 Berlin Olympics, which Nazi Germany used as a propaganda platform.

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Could this teenage girl be North Korea’s next leader?

A mysterious teenage girl is being discussed as a potential successor to lead North Korea, adding another layer of intrigue to the isolated nation's future leadership.

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