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Feb. 27 (UPI) — The Justice Department has sued another five states, including three led by Republicans, for their unredacted voter registration lists, amid the Trump administration’s the information ahead of November’s midterms.

The Trump administration has now sued 29 states and the District of Columbia for voter information, heightening Democrats’ concerns that it is seeking to meddle in the elections.

The five states sued Thursday were Utah, Oklahoma, Kentucky, West Virginia and New Jersey. The litigation effort has so far disproportionately targeted Democratic-led states, with Utah, Oklahoma and West Virginia among the few GOP-led states sued for their voter registration lists.

Attorney General Pam Bondi argues she is charged by Congress with authority to request the sensitive election data under the Civil Rights Act of 1960, though courts have ruled against the government in the three cases that have reached decisions: California in mid-January and Michigan and Oregon earlier this month.

Courts that have so far rejected Bondi’s argument found either that she lacks the authority to compel disclosure of the unredacted voter lists, as in Oregon, or the laws she cites do not permit the government to obtain them, as in Michigan. The judge in the California case also ruled her demand “stands to have a chilling effect on American citizens like political minority groups and working-class immigrants” worried about how their information will be used.

“As several courts have already held, the Department of Justice’s request for voters’ personal information, including their driver’s license numbers and Social Security numbers, is baseless,” New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport said in a statement Thursday rejecting the Trump administration’s lawsuit.

“We are committed to protecting the privacy of our state’s residents, and we will defend against this lawsuit in court.”

Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson of Utah said the Justice Department sued her state after federal prosecutors declined Utah’s previous offer to share publicly available lists with them. The Trump administration’s lawsuit was expected, she said.

“Neither state nor federal law entitles the Department of Justice to collect private information on law-abiding American citizens,” she said in a statement. “Utahns can be assured that my office will always follow the Constitution and the law, protect voters’ rights and administer free and fair elections.”

Attorney General Gentner Drummond of GOP-led Oklahoma even responded to the lawsuit by stating that they are willing to “fully cooperate with any lawful requests related to voter fraud.”

“Oklahomans should have confidence that their state remains firmly committed to both election integrity and the protection of personal information,” he said in a statement.

The Trump administration has argued it requires the lists for election integrity purposes, raising concerns from Democrats already concerned about Trump attempting to interfere in the midterm elections as he has repeatedly expressed worries that he will be impeached if his Republican Party loses control of Congress.

Democrats and civil rights organizations, including the American Civil Liberties Union, Common Cause and the NAACP, have each echoed warnings that the Trump administration wants to use voter registration lists to undermine the upcoming election.

Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division acknowledged Thursday that many states are choosing to fight them in court, but they will not be dissuaded.

“We will not be deterred, regardless of party affiliation, from carrying out critical election integrity legal duties,” Dhillon said in a statement.

This charming village has been dubbed an ‘unspoilt gem’ by visitors and is home to an award-winning bakery that’s been serving up delicious baked goods for over 120 years

Some corners of the world seem to have been shaped with exceptional care and affection – and this pristine Cornwall coastal village is undoubtedly among them.

Nestled along the North Cornwall coastline approximately 10 miles southwest of Newquay, this historically significant and remarkably unspoiled coastal settlement offers breathtaking vistas, vibrant community character, and prize-winning cuisine and beverages.

Concealed within an immaculate section of the Cornish shore, this tiny village represents a gem positioned within both a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a World Heritage Site.

This waterside settlement thrives courtesy of its robust local community, which supports an array of independent retailers and enterprises, including one of Britain’s most ancient bakeries still trading from its founding location.

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Boasting beautiful, canine-friendly shores, exceptional public houses and dining establishments, and access routes to some of Cornwall’s most dramatic coastal paths and walks, it’s little wonder this village is hailed as a traveller’s paradise, reports Cornwall Live.

Prize-winning bakery with unique pastries

The celebrated St Agnes Bakery has been trading from its original site in St Agnes for more than 120 years – having initially welcomed patrons back in 1905.

Famed for producing the most delectable traditional Cornish recipes daily, St Agnes Bakery stands as one of the village’s finest attractions.

Their renowned Cornish Pasty has secured Gold Standard status, whilst the distinctive ‘Giant Sausage Roll’ was created and gained popularity within the bakery’s modest premises.

Buttery flaky buns, delectable Cornish cakes, and freshly baked loaves also feature amongst St Agnes Bakery’s bestselling items.

St Agnes Bakery has collected numerous prestigious accolades – from World Pastry Awards to National Bakery Awards, each testament to the quality of its exceptional offerings.

The bakery’s owners said: “The joy of baking is deeply rooted in both our own childhood memories and experiences. Since taking over the bakery it has been our aim to bake all our breads, cakes, Cornish pasties and giant sausage rolls using time-honoured methods, tried and tested recipes and only the highest quality of ingredients, just like our own mothers showed us.”

St Agnes Bakery procures the majority of its ingredients locally from Cornwall, with most suppliers and producers based near St Agnes.

A fascinating heritage and plenty of attractions

The prize-winning bakery isn’t the only draw St Agnes has to offer. This charming seaside village, with its winding lanes and delightful independent shops, proves irresistible to holidaymakers.

Its narrow streets brim with Cornish character, establishing St Agnes as a treasured destination for visitors. St Agnes boasts several stunning beaches for visitors to discover, including Trevaunance Cove, Chapel Porth, and Porthtowan – all hugely popular spots for surfing enthusiasts, swimmers, and those simply wanting to soak up the sun.

The surrounding coastal area is steeped in captivating history, particularly its mining heritage, exemplified by sites such as the derelict 19th-century tin mine Wheal Coates.

The village possesses a fascinating past and industrial legacy rooted in tin and copper mining, which dominated Cornwall’s economy during the 18th and 19th centuries. Today, remnants of this mining history, including engine houses and mine shafts, still punctuate the landscape.

Despite ranking amongst Cornwall’s larger coastal villages, St Agnes maintains a charming and unspoilt character. One of its most celebrated landmarks is St Agnes Beacon – an elevated vantage point offering panoramic views of the spectacular countryside and historically serving as a watchtower.

The adjacent St Agnes Head is similarly cherished by both residents and tourists, providing magnificent views across the dramatic Cornish coastline.

This enchanting seaside village has frequently been hailed as an ‘underrated gem’ by those who visit, delivering spectacular coastal scenery featuring dramatic cliffs, sandy beaches, and picture-perfect rural countryside.

It’s also the home of The Peterville Inn, an award-winning establishment which previously claimed the coveted ‘Pub of the Year’ title at the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence in 2024. Chapel Porth Beach stands out as another essential spot in St Agnes, with the Chapel Porth to St Agnes Circular Walk coming highly recommended.

Visits to the St Agnes Museum and Perranporth Airfield are also strongly suggested for those seeking enjoyable pursuits, whilst the St Agnes to Trevellas Porth Circular Walk proves a treat for walking enthusiasts.

Admirers of Winston Graham’s bestselling Poldark novels (and its dashing hero Ross Poldark) will be thrilled to learn that the writer lived just moments from St Agnes and has famously revealed he found inspiration in this picturesque village, calling it ‘Poldark Country’.

Despite its modest proportions, St Agnes brims with delightful attractions, making it an essential destination if you’re after a brilliant experience amidst breathtaking scenery.

MILAN — The U.S. won its group and will advance to the quarterfinals of the Milan-Cortina Winter Games as the top seed after routing Canada 5-0 on Tuesday at the Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena.

Two of the goals came Hannah Bilka with Carolina Harvey, Kirsten Simms and Laila Edwards scoring one apiece.

The win was the seventh in a row for the U.S. over Canada, dating to last April’s world championships. And the Americans dominated from the start, taking its earliest lead of the tournament on Harvey’s goal 3:45 into the first period.

The score came following a faceoff, with Haley Winn working the puck to the high slot for Harvey, who fired a neat wrister by Canadian goalie Ann-Renee Desbiens for her second goal in Olympic competition and her second in as many nights.

Abbey Murphy set up the next one, sending a behind-the-back pass from the end boards to the front of the goal for a wide-open Bilka, who made it 2-0 with a right-handed finish with less than three minutes left in the first period.

The U.S. made it 3-0 on a disputed goal 81 seconds into the second period with the referees, after a long review, ruling that Simms had pushed the puck through a mass of bodies in the crease and across the goal line. Canadian coach Troy Ryan challenged the goal but lost, earning a bench minor for delay of game.

The next U.S. goal was indisputable with Bilka blasting a short one-timer by Desbiens seven minutes before the second intermission. Abbey got her third assist and Harvey her second on the play. With eight minutes left, Edwards closed out the scoring from the high slot — almost the exact same place from where Harvey got the opening goal — driving Desbiens from the game with Ryan bringing on Emerance Maschmeyer to close things out.

The U.S. has scored exactly five goals in each of its four games, scoring in all 12 periods it has played in the Olympic tournament.

Aerin Frankel turned away 20 shots in goal, posting the third shutout in as many games for the U.S., which ran it scoreless streak to 151 minutes.

Canada was playng without its captain, Marie Phillip-Poulin, who left Monday’s win over Czechia after taking a heavy hit along the boards from Kristyna Kaltounkova that left her unable to put weight on her right leg.

The three-time Olympic gold medalist and four-time world champion was listed as day-to-day.