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Christa Pike Is Alive. And Angry.

October 8, 2026

Christa Pike Is Alive. And Angry.

Lawyers for Christa Pike say she is alive and speaking following a botched execution attempt. Republican candidates are increasingly breaking from President Trump on debate stages. And a couple is under arrest in California after allegedly raising more than 20 children in abusive conditions.

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