handcuffs

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Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s real battle will be against the rate hawks who see a healthier economy and reach for the handcuffs.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

Images of the fashion scion’s arrest in handcuffs and the steady drip of leaks from the police investigation have led to “a kind of unbearable premature social condemnation,” his lawyers said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Allen appeared in court wearing an orange jumpsuit and wearing handcuffs.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

Blain, who was remanded in custody, cried as she was led to the cells in handcuffs.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

He saw Wes lying on the back of the police car in handcuffs.

From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore