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The Epstein files revealed a network that was hidden, vast and tied to clearly disqualifying conduct.

From Salon Jun. 20, 2026

A special-needs trust is also a specialized, discretionary trust, but one that is designed to provide for a beneficiary with a disability without disqualifying them from government benefits like Medicaid or Social Security Disability Insurance.

From MarketWatch Apr. 16, 2026

The factory pedals had been swapped out for motorcycle pegs, disqualifying it from being classified as an e-bike.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 4, 2026

Media outlets have reported that candidates made it into ICE training who fell short of physical or academic standards, had disqualifying criminal backgrounds, or failed drug tests.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 20, 2026

“There was nothing on the audition flyer about the talent show disqualifying certain types of acts, right?”

From "The First Rule of Punk" by Celia C. Pérez