new shit has come to light

previously unknown information has been uncovered which has bearing on the current situation

Origin: "The Big Lebowski" (1998)

Tom: "Don't shitcan Jeff, man."
Jack: "Why the hell not? He's a useless motherfucker."
Tom: "Because, man, new shit has come to light. I found out his dad is worth, like, a billion dollars, and he's looking to invest."

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