Politics in New York City

Associated Press

A-

19h

New York appeals court overturns Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction from landmark #MeToo trial

apnews.com/article/weinstein-metoo-appeal-ed29faeec862abf0c071e8bd3574c4a3

Quick Glance: Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 Rape Conviction Overturned

New York's highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, disappointing those who celebrated historic gains during the #MeToo era.

The ruling was based on legal technicalities and did not exonerate Weinstein's behavior, according to #MeToo advocates.

Weinstein, convicted in Los Angeles for another rape, will face retrial in New York, despite remaining in prison.

The court criticized the admission of uncharged sexual acts as evidence, deeming it an abuse of judicial discretion.

28

16h

Federal judge rejects Donald Trump's bid for new E. Jean Carroll defamation trial, upholds $83M judgment

abcnews.go.com/Politics/federal-judge-rejects-donald-trumps-bid-new-jean/story

Quick Glance: Court Rejects Trump's Bid for New Trial Against E. Jean Carroll

A federal judge rejected former President Donald Trump’s request for a new trial—or to throw out the $83.3 million defamation ruling—against writer E. Jean Carroll, marking the latest legal loss for the former president.

In the Thursday ruling rejecting the request for a new trial or the judgment to be dismissed, U.S. District Judge Lewis Kaplan said Trump’s argument was “without merit,” made “conspicuously without success” and “defies common sense.”

Robbie Kaplan, Carroll’s lawyer, told Forbes in a statement they are “pleased with though not surprised by” the court’s decision, adding the award was “entirely reasonable” because of Trump’s continued defamation, “hatred and disdain.”

In January, a jury determined Trump had to pay Carroll $83.3 million in damages after she accused him of sexual assault. Previously, another jury found Trump liable for sexual assault in the 1990s and subsequent defamation, ordering him to pay $5 million.

290

12h

Live updates: Pro-Palestinian protests at USC, Columbia University, college campuses nationwide

edition.cnn.com/business/live-news/columbia-usc-university-protests-04-25-24/h_f411ea664f958431577c94e4f3268f2f

Quick Glance: Wave of Protests Leads to USC's Main Commencement Cancellation

The University of Southern California canceled its main graduation ceremony due to nationwide protests against the Israel-Hamas war.

Universities are negotiating with protesters and changing rules to prohibit encampments.

Students are urging schools to sever financial connections with Israel and divest from supporting companies.

Protests at various universities have resulted in arrests and police interventions, prompting some schools to adjust rules to manage the demonstrations.

122 similar articles

37

719

PBS

A-

12h

Ex-tabloid publisher testifies at hush money trial about scheme to shield Trump from damaging stories

pbs.org/newshour/politics/ex-tabloid-publisher-testifies-at-hush-money-trial-about-scheme-to-shield-trump-from-damaging-stories

Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order

Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.

Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.

Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.

Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.

320

9h

5 Takeaways from David Pecker’s Testimony in Trump’s Hush-Money Trial: David Pecker told jurors of a universe in which favors for celebrities were demanded and ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/25/nyregion/pecker-mdcougal-daniels-testimony-takeaways.html

Quick Glance: Trump Trials Insights: The Payment to Playboy

During the seventh day of Donald Trump's criminal trial in Manhattan, the defendant's relationship with the National Enquirer was explored further.

Pecker was granted protection from state prosecutors in 2019.

Pecker was aware that the payment to the Playboy model violated election laws.

Trump and Pecker's relationship extends prior to the election.

91

14h

Biden campaign trolls Trump for golfing on day off from court: President Biden’s reelection campaign trolled former President Trump for golfing on his day off ...

thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4621546-biden-campaign-trolls-trump-golfing-court/

Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Florida's abortion ban and holds Trump accountable

President Biden condemns the upcoming 6-week abortion ban in Florida.

He blames Trump for appointing justices who overturned Roe v. Wade.

Biden's campaign focuses on abortion rights to mobilize voters.

Efforts to leverage Florida's abortion laws for political gain are highlighted.

270

1h

Opinion | How a Loss in the Emergency Abortion Case Could Become a Win for Biden: A ruling in the emergency abortion case heard at the high court on Wednesday ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/25/opinion/supreme-court-abortion-biden.html

Quick Glance: Supreme Court Divided on Emergency Abortion Access: Highlights

The Supreme Court seems divided on access to emergency abortions in states with near-total bans.

The 1986 Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act could impact abortion access in emergencies.

The debate raises questions about fetal personhood and abortion rights conflict.

The court's decision could affect abortion access in 14 states with strict abortion bans.

25

20h

Supreme Court to Hear Trump Immunity Case, and Campus Protests Spread: Plus, new airline refund rules.

nytimes.com/2024/04/25/podcasts/trump-immunity-campus-protests.html

Quick Glance: US Supreme Court discusses Trump's Immunity

Conservative US Supreme Court justices signal sympathy for the argument that presidents have some immunity against criminal charges for certain actions taken in office.

Former President Donald Trump appealed after lower courts rejected his request to be shielded from four election-related criminal charges.

The Supreme Court hearing could distort the presidency without immunity and affect decision-making when bold and fearless action is most needed.

The Supreme Court's decision on immunity is expected and could lead to Trump's trial occurring before the election.

68

17h

Prosecutors Say Trump Keeps Breaking Gag Order, With Four New Violations: The judge in his criminal case is already considering whether to punish the former ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/25/nyregion/trump-gag-order-violations.html