defended

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Protests over a fiercely contested Ebola quarantine centre for US nationals in Kenya have killed one man, a rights group said Tuesday, as President William Ruto defended the planned centre.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

De la Espriella also defended David Murcia, convicted of running a pyramid scheme that impoverished families across southern Colombia.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

The Justice Department has defended the initiative as a lawful settlement mechanism, but federal courts have already paused parts of the program as legal challenges proceed.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

Massey later defended her shot put title with a throw of 52-9.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

“Then you defended him after the riot. You were trying to make me jealous.”

From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas