Supreme Court Leery of Trump Ban, a Super-Pricey Super Bowl, and a Voicemail Treasure

A federal appeals court panel ruled that Donald Trump [isn’t immune from prosecution]( in his 2020 election interference case, just days after prosecutors publicly fretted the court was taking too long. ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ [The Flyover]( [The Flyover]( [Calendar] FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2024 Good Morning! On this day in 1964, the Beatles made their first appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show, bringing Beatlemania to America and transforming the music business. ([See Their Performance Here](). Today's Flyover includes our "Feel Good Friday" section featuring stories of generosity and kindness. Do you have your own feel-good story you'd like to share? Hit reply to share it with us, and we may publish it next week. In case you haven't signed up for The Flyover yet, you can do that here [with one click](. Today’s edition is brought to you by [Noom](. Interested in a sustainable weight loss program? Check out Noom’s [14-day free trial](. [Take Off] [Article Icon 1]Justices Skeptical of States Banning Trump The Supreme Court on Thursday [seemed skeptical of arguments]( made by several states that they could legally keep Donald Trump off election ballots under the “insurrection clause” of the Constitution. Conservative and liberal justices alike indicated concern over individual states deciding who can run for national office without Congress authorizing it first. They focused very little on whether Jan. 6 represented a legal insurrection. The Court has no deadline for its ruling, but the justices seem to be moving quickly. An [analysis of each justice’s]( questions indicated the eventual decision could be nearly unanimous in Trump’s favor. [Article Icon 1] Biden Faces No Charges in Documents Case President Biden mishandled classified documents by storing them in his garage but [shouldn’t face criminal charges]( for it, according to a special prosecutor’s report released Thursday. Prosecutor Robert Hur said because Biden cooperated and immediately returned the documents, he shouldn’t be prosecuted. Hur described Biden as a [“sympathetic, well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory.”]( Hur drew a contrast with the prosecution of Donald Trump for the same actions, saying Trump actively opposed the investigation. He also pointed out that the Justice Department has a policy against prosecuting sitting presidents. [Article Icon 1] Super Bowl Prices Skyrocket [This Sunday’s Super Bowl]( between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers is tracking to be the most expensive in NFL history. Demand by premium buyers is behind the rising prices, with the [cheapest tickets]( for the game in Las Vegas costing nearly $8,000. Last year, the cheap seats were $6,000. Even the families of star players like Travis Kelce and Christian McCaffrey say they won’t be watching from luxury boxes, which cost around $2 million. A 20-person suite comes with a bar and a full buffet of upscale Super Bowl fare, which [you can see here](. The cost of TV ads for the game, the biggest showcase for big-brand commercials all year, hit a record [$7 million for 30 seconds](, or roughly $233,333 per second. --------------------------------------------------------------- We're happy to report that The Flyover keeps growing, approaching 600,000 readers thanks to our advertisers and readers like you. 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Topics include Ukraine, NATO, and imprisoned Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich. ([See Interview]() ➤ House Republicans plan to vote again on impeaching Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas as early as Tuesday. Rep. Steve Scalise, returning from a hospital stay, will add another GOP vote. ([More]() ➤ The Senate took the first step in approving stand-alone aid to Ukraine, voting 67-32 to advance the legislation to the next steps. At least five more votes will be needed to move the bill to the House. ([More]() ➤ Pro-Palestinian groups are pressuring Hulu TV to drop what they call a "shocking" Israeli ad that showcases the “stunning beaches” and “vibrant nightlife” that would exist in Gaza if not for Hamas. ([See Ad]() Flying together with: [The Flyover]( [Noom]( is more than just an app; it's a community that believes in science-driven behavior change. Their goal isn't just to help you lose weight; it's to guide you toward lasting health. With Noom, you're not alone in your journey – you're part of a [family committed to your success](. Take their quick [health assessment]( and begin your 14-day free trial today. [Sports] ➤ The NBA trade deadline passed Wednesday, and several high-profile players got new homes, including Gordon Hayward moving to the OKC Thunder and Buddy Hield becoming a 76er. ([See Trades]() ➤ UConn women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma became the third coach in NCAA basketball history to reach 1,200 total wins. He joins Tara VanDerveer of Standford and Duke’s Mike Krzyzewski in the 1,200 club. ([More]() ➤ The PGA Tour has set aside $750 million in grants for its top 36 golfers based on their popularity and their career performance in the last five years. ([More]() ➤ Recycled iron from the Eiffel Tower will be embedded in the medals awarded at this year’s Olympic Summer Games in Paris. The metal was harvested from girders and other parts from the tower. ([See Video]() Flying together with our sponsor ➤ Want laser-like precision and distance every time you step up to the tee? Check out Flightpath: the world's most advanced golf tee. ([See It Here]() [Finance] [Trend Line]Market Report 2/8/24 ▲ NASDAQ Natl. Assoc. of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations 15,793.71 +0.24% ▲ SPX S&P 500 4,997.91 +0.06% ▲ DJI Dow Jones Industrial Average 38,726.13 +0.13% ▲ BTC Bitcoin $45,293.0 +2.15% ▲ ARM Arm Holdings plc $113.89 +47.89% ➤ Big Stock Move: Arm stock shot up 48% Thursday after the computer chip manufacturer reported strong earnings and an upbeat forecast for the year. ([More]() ➤ Uber reported its first annual profit since becoming a public company in 2019, buoyed by growth in its Uber Eats business and reduced operational costs. ([More]() ➤ Travel on U.S. roads set a new yearly record in 2023, with drivers covering 3.263 trillion miles, boosted by more workers returning to the office and lower gas prices. ([More]() Flying together with our sponsor It's time to step away from one-size-fits-all solutions and embrace a weight loss journey that's uniquely yours. [Noom's]( personalized approach starts with a quick assessment that shapes your path toward lasting change. They don't just focus on the numbers on the scale; they focus on the behaviors driving those numbers. By understanding the psychology of your choices, you'll unlock the keys to sustained weight loss. With [Noom](, you're not just losing weight; you're gaining knowledge, empowerment, and a healthier future. Begin your journey with a [14-day free trial.]( [Science & Technology] ➤ Iceland saw its third volcanic eruption since December 2023. Lava was visible to residents in Reykjavik, about 30 miles away. ([See Video]() ➤ Scientists in the UK reported they were able to produce five seconds of nuclear fusion power, a record in the quest for clean fusion energy. ([More]() ➤ Atlas, a humanoid robot, showed off its ability to move medium-weight car parts as an example of how it could work on an assembly line. ([See Video]() [The Rotator] [Feel Good Friday] ➤ A grandmother saved 17 years' worth of voicemails from her granddaughter, who discovered them late last year and stitched them together into a touching video—which now has over 3 million views. ([See Video]() ➤ A family who lost a priceless wedding photo of their grandparents in a tornado in 2008 found it again this year when it showed up on Facebook with a note asking: "Does anyone recognize this couple?” ([See Video]() ➤ A German Shepherd K9 dog tracked the scent of a missing 12-year-old for two miles in the freezing cold late at night last week, leading police to the child. ([See Photos]() [Et Cetera] ➤ Apple will release new emojis this spring in its next iPhone software release, including a phoenix, a lime, a brown mushroom, a broken chain, and new smiley faces that shake their heads. ([See Emojis]() ➤ A polar bear taking a snooze on a block of ice won The People’s Choice Awards for best wildlife photo, beating out four other top finalists. ([See Photos]() ➤ A New York man was arrested after taking his pickup truck for a spin in shallow ocean water near Daytona Beach, at one point trying to do a donut in the surf. Editor's note: the mugshot is the real story here. He's bruised and confused, but he's smiling like he just won the lottery! ([See Video]() [Poll Position] Super Bowl Pick: Chiefs or 49ers? - [Chiefs]( - [49ers]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Thursday's Results: Have you ever used a clothesline? - Yes: 95% - No: 5% [Quote Box]Daily Quote [Quote] "What’s a state doing deciding who other citizens get to vote for president?” — [Justice Elena Kagan]( expressing skepticism about efforts to disqualify Donald Trump from state ballots. 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