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Whether Trump did or didn’t let loose, there’s a whiff of defeat about him: Just when you thought the most buffoonish member of the US right could not get any ...
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Whether Trump did or didn’t let loose, there’s a whiff of defeat about him
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David Pecker gave prosecutors just what they were looking for in Trump hush money testimony
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David Pecker gave prosecutors just what they were looking for in Trump ...
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.
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Trump lawyer backs off absolute immunity argument at Supreme Court: D. John Sauer conceded there are allegations in the indictment that do not involve official ...
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Trump lawyer backs off absolute immunity argument at Supreme Court
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.
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Giuliani, Meadows indicted on Arizona ‘fake elector’ charges: An Arizona grand jury handed up felony charges against Rudy Giuliani, Mark Meadows and other ...
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Giuliani, Meadows indicted on Arizona ‘fake elector’ charges
Quick Glance: Giuliani, 17 Others Indicted in Arizona for Fake Elector Scheme; Trump Named Co-Conspirator
  • Rudy Giuliani, a former lawyer for Donald Trump, is among 18 individuals indicted in Arizona for allegedly illegally attempting to claim the state's 2020 electoral votes for the former US president, with Trump identified as an unindicted co-conspirator.

  • The indictment in Maricopa County Superior Court lists 11 defendants and redacts the names of seven others. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes stated that these names would be disclosed after serving all defendants with the indictment.

  • The indictment alleges that the defendants pressured state officials to change election results, including fraud, forgery, and conspiracy, carrying potential sentences ranging from six months to over 12 years upon conviction.

  • Several individuals posing as electors for Trump have been charged in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, and Nevada. The fake elector scheme is also a focal point in the federal case against Trump led by Special Counsel Jack Smith.
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After battle with Republicans, Biden to sign Ukraine aid package: President Joe Biden will sign a bill into law on Wednesday that provides billions of dollars of ...
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After battle with Republicans, Biden to sign Ukraine aid package
Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
  • President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.

  • Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.

  • The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.

  • Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
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Arizona indicts Trump aides over 2020 election scheme: A grand jury in Arizona has charged 18 Republicans, including lawyer Rudy Giuliani and reportedly former ...
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Arizona indicts Trump aides over 2020 election scheme
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Trump aides and 2020 'fake electors' charged with state crimes in Arizona: A state grand jury in Arizona on Wednesday indicted so-called "fake electors" who ...
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Trump aides and 2020 'fake electors' charged with state crimes in Arizona
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5 takeaways from historic Supreme Court arguments on Trump's immunity claim: The novel question stoked an array of hypotheticals and plenty of debate.
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5 takeaways from historic Supreme Court arguments on Trump's immunity ...
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Experts break down what the Constitution, framers said about 'presidential immunity'
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Experts break down what the Constitution, framers said about 'presidential ...
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.
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The pro-Trump Arizona fake electors scheme: what’s in the charging document?: The indictment details the steps to push the concept of alternate electors in an ...
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The pro-Trump Arizona fake electors scheme: what’s in the charging ...
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GOP lawyer for 'election integrity' charged in fake electors scheme. That's just so Trump.
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GOP lawyer for 'election integrity' charged in fake electors scheme ...
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Prosecutor appeals ruling that voided Crystal Mason’s voter fraud conviction: The Tarrant County woman was sentenced to five years in prison for casting a ...
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Prosecutor appeals ruling that voided Crystal Mason’s voter fraud ...
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Donald Trump Snatches Final Shred of William Barr’s Dignity: William Barr endorsed Donald Trump but didn’t use his name, saying, ‘I will vote the Republican ...
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Donald Trump Snatches Final Shred of William Barr’s Dignity
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Can a female VP pick salvage Trump’s chances with American women?: As Donald Trump faces headwinds among women voters, South Dakota governor Kristi Noem has been ...
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Can a female VP pick salvage Trump’s chances with American women?
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Trump Asks Georgia Judge to Toss Two Counts in Election Case: Donald Trump asked a judge to toss two counts in the Georgia election-fraud case ...
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Trump Asks Georgia Judge to Toss Two Counts in Election Case
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How Mike Johnson defied the Trumpists in Congress over Ukraine: On 20 April the US House of Representatives authorised $95bn in spending, including $60bn for ...
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How Mike Johnson defied the Trumpists in Congress over Ukraine