The Needle: Local Hero Plays Darth Vader Theme at National Guard and Gets Paid, Freedom 250’s MAGA Sponsors Get Big Contracts, SCOTUS Gives Trump Wins and Losses, Trump Admits to Election Meddling, and 100 Deported Venezuelans Are Missing

A local individual received $50,000 after suing the government over a First Amendment violation during a protest where he played Darth Vader's theme. Federal contracts worth $130 million were awarded to Trump allies for a national celebration. SCOTUS granted Trump partial legal victories and losses, while he admitted to interfering in a California election. Additionally, 100 Venezuelans deported before an earthquake are now missing.