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Fire at Judge's Home Sparks Controversy and Speculation

10/9/2025

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Judge's Home Fire

On October 4, South Carolina Judge Diane Goodstein's home burned; three hospitalized, including her husband who jumped to escape.
Investigators found no evidence of arson, despite rumors tying fire to Goodstein's ruling against Trump on voter data; officials urged caution.
Democratic Rep. Daniel Goldman claimed without evidence that the 'extreme right' was responsible.
Stephen Miller, former aide to Donald Trump, responded.

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Rinderknecht Ignites Inferno

Jonathan Rinderknecht, 29, was arrested for allegedly igniting the Palisades fire in Los Angeles.
The Palisades fire destroyed over 6,800 structures and killed 12.
Evidence suggests the initial ignition occurred on New Year’s Eve as the fire rekindled from an earlier blaze.
He reportedly called 911 after starting the fire but could not connect. He later asked ChatGPT about liability.

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Judge's Home Fire

On October 4, South Carolina Judge Diane Goodstein's home burned; three hospitalized, including her husband who jumped to escape.
Investigators found no evidence of arson, despite rumors tying fire to Goodstein's ruling against Trump on voter data; officials urged caution.
Democratic Rep. Daniel Goldman claimed without evidence that the 'extreme right' was responsible.
Stephen Miller, former aide to Donald Trump, responded.

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