Marcus Bennett
Freelance Journalist · Detroit, MI
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Marcus Bennett is a Detroit based freelance journalist whose coverage includes business, government, labor, manufacturing, and public policy. He has a particular interest in economic developments affecting communities and the industries that support them. Bennett frequently combines public records, company information, government data, and interviews with people familiar with the subject. He focuses on establishing a reliable factual record and presenting developments in a balanced and accessible manner.
Articles by Marcus Bennett
175 published articles — showing the 24 most recent
SEC Adopts Amendments Defining Small Entities
The SEC adopted amendments Wednesday updating definitions for small investment entities. The changes eliminate an asset threshold and add inflation adjustments every decade.
Justice Department Defers Local Merger Reviews to States
The Justice Department updated its policy on October 29, 2026, to defer local merger reviews to state attorneys general.
Treasury Sanctions Rwanda Defense Ministry, Zigama Bank
The U.S. Treasury sanctioned the Rwandan Ministry of Defence and Zigama Credit and Savings Society on Wednesday. The action blocks assets for supporting M23 rebels and violates commitments under the Washington Accords.
Three Plead Guilty in $9 Million Romance Scam
Jamal Abubakari, Kamal Abubakari and Amanda Joy Opoku-Boachie pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud. The romance scam defrauded victims of more than $9 million.
Canada Defeats England 31-22 in Ottawa Rugby Match
Canada defeated England 31-22 at TD Place Stadium in Ottawa on Saturday. The loss marks England's first consecutive defeats in a decade.
Von Der Leyen Restores EU Funding For Hungary
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen restored EU funding and program access for Hungary on Friday. The decision follows new anti-fraud rules and the country's entry into the European Public Prosecutor's Office.
Trump Waives Sanctions, Sets 500% Tariff on Russia
President Donald J. Trump waived most sanctions in the Graham Act while imposing a 500% duty on Russian goods. The order also targets third-party energy buyers with 100% tariffs if they purchase Russian oil after October 18.
Bonta Urges Congress to Pass Epstein Files Act II
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and 17 colleagues urged Congress on Thursday to pass the Epstein Files Transparency Act II.
10th Circuit Vacates Kidnapping Convictions in Boy's Death Case
The U.S. 10th Circuit Court of Appeals vacated kidnapping convictions in a case involving the 2026 death of a 3-year-old boy in New Mexico, ruling no federal crime occurred and barring retrial on those charges, while allowing potential new trials on terrorism-related counts.
Study Suggests White Dwarf HS 0209+0832 Hosts Planet
A study published Oct. 5, 2026, suggests white dwarf HS 0209+0832 hosts a candidate second-generation planet. TESS data shows the Jupiter-sized object orbits every 4.4 days while losing atmosphere.
Binghui Liu Pleads Guilty to Money Laundering in Fraud Scheme
Binghui Liu pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit money laundering in a fraud scheme. He faces up to 20 years in prison for helping steal funds from victims.
Salame Joins Neighbors Together as San Antonio Chief
Jesse Salame attends his first Neighbors Together event since becoming San Antonio police chief. The gathering occurs as the city reports a 12% drop in violent crime for 2025.
UK Green Party Votes Zionism Is Racism
The UK Green Party voted to adopt a motion defining Zionism as racism at its conference in Brighton. The measure passed with 1,022 votes in favor while four of the party's five MPs condemned the decision.
Neuralink's Zilis Announces Breakup With Elon Musk
Neuralink executive Shivon Zilis announced her breakup with Elon Musk on X following a report about his social media activity.
Ole Miss Finalizes $140 Million Adidas Deal
Ole Miss is finalizing a seven-year apparel partnership with Adidas starting July 1, 2027. The deal exceeds $140 million total and includes NIL funding worth ten times the previous commitment.
South Korea's Lee Threatens Ukraine Over POW Transfer Disclosure
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung threatened unspecified measures against Ukraine on October 2 unless Kyiv apologizes for revealing a secret prisoner transfer, citing a breach of confidentiality.
Messi Buys Spanish Club CD Eldense as Majority Owner
Lionel Messi completed his purchase of Spanish club CD Eldense on October 1, 2026. The deal makes him majority shareholder of the team currently sitting 19th in the second division.
EASD Meeting Finds GLP-1 Drugs Work Better for Women
Researchers at the 2026 EASD Annual Meeting reported that GLP-1 receptor agonists produce greater weight loss in women than men. The study found 66.5% of women achieved at least 5% weight loss compared to 58.0% of men.
Tokyo Court Rules AI Voice Use Infringes Rights
The Tokyo District Court ruled that unauthorized AI voice use infringes publicity rights in a case involving Kenjiro Tsuda.
Trump Warns EU on Diesel Reserves to Avert Ban
The Trump administration warned Germany and France it may restrict US diesel exports unless they release diesel from reserves.
UK Tribunal Overturns Five-Year Ban on Trustee Campbell
A UK tribunal overturned a five-year ban on Naomi Campbell serving as a charity trustee after finding she was deceived.
Indonesia Deactivates 4.7 Million Child Social Media Accounts
Indonesia deactivated 4.7 million social media accounts belonging to children under 16 in March 2026. TikTok removed 4.1 million profiles while YouTube deleted 600,000 during the enforcement of new age restrictions.
10-Year Treasury Yield Hits 5.34%, Highest Since 2002
The 10-year U.S. Treasury note yield rose to 5.34% on Thursday, reaching its highest level since April 2002. This surge follows a 0.75 percentage point quarterly increase driven by rising energy costs and inflation concerns.
Opposition Alliance Claims Drone Strikes in Addis Ababa
An opposition alliance claimed drone strikes on military headquarters in Addis Ababa early October 1. Officials provided no confirmation of casualties or damage from the overnight explosions.