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Gen. Dave Deptula, who ran the air campaign for the 1990-91 Gulf War against Iraq.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

He has missed large chunks of this campaign because of a hamstring issue but has played 28 games in all competitions, helping the side to win the Carabao Cup against Arsenal at Wembley.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Los Angeles attorney Richard Giller, who represents plaintiffs in lawsuits against insurers, said that the federal government could still take steps to improve the market.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

It slandered jurors in criminal trials for refusing to find people guilty for alleged crimes against the government.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

I glance at the clock as I choke back a sob of relief, happiness, and gratitude that despite the odds stacked against me I’d still managed to pull it off.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam