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Trump’s Criminal Trial Resumes with Former White House Assistant Testifying

NEW YORK, NY – The criminal trial of former President Donald Trump continued in Manhattan on Friday, with his former White House assistant, Madeleine Westerhout, taking the stand once again. Westerhout is anticipated to provide further testimony regarding her handling of Trump’s appointments, contacts, and personal matters during the early stages of his presidency. Friday’s proceedings are expected to be less eventful compared to the previous day’s testimony, which featured a confrontational exchange between Stormy …

Trump’s Criminal Trial Continues as Biden Awards Medal of Freedom – Friday Contrasts in 2024 Presidential Race

Washington, D.C. – The 2024 presidential race presents a vivid contrast this Friday as President Biden prepares to bestow the Presidential Medal of Freedom upon 19 esteemed Americans spanning various fields in a ceremony at the White House. Meanwhile, in a New York courtroom, former President Donald Trump faces ongoing criminal proceedings related to hush money payments made to an adult-film actress. The ceremony in Washington will honor individuals who have made significant contributions to …

Trial: Donald Trump Faces Tough Crowd as Jury Selection Begins in Criminal Hush-Money Case

New York City, New York – The jury selection process for former President Donald Trump’s criminal hush-money case got underway this week, revealing a challenging start for the defense. Judge Juan Merchan’s initial query to 96 potential jurors about their ability to remain unbiased resulted in over half admitting they might struggle with impartiality. Amidst the jury selection proceedings, Trump, a native New Yorker, faced a surprising level of polarization from his fellow citizens. The …

Trump Jury Selection Continues in Historic Criminal Trial with Prosecutors and Defense Clashing

New York City, New York – Jury selection continues for a second day in the historic criminal trial of former President Donald Trump. The prosecution and defense attorneys are at odds over the selection of potential jurors who should be seated in the trial. One particular dispute arose over a juror’s Facebook posts celebrating Trump’s loss in the 2020 election, prompting an admonishment from Judge Juan Merchan. The judge warned Trump and his attorney to …

Trial: No Jurors Chosen on First Day of Trump’s Manhattan Criminal Case

New York City – The first day of former President Donald Trump’s criminal trial in Manhattan was marked by the absence of any jurors being selected to the panel. As the proceedings got underway, Trump, who appeared weary, was seen dozing off in the courtroom, setting a curious tone for the high-profile trial. Despite the lack of jurors being picked, the trial is expected to proceed as scheduled, with Trump facing charges related to hush …

Expanding Criminal Probe Into Boeing Panel Blowout Raises Concerns

Denver, Colorado – An ongoing criminal inquiry into the Boeing panel blowout incident has expanded, raising more questions about the safety and oversight within the aviation industry. The investigation now includes new details that shed light on the circumstances surrounding the issue. The probe comes after the Boeing CEO confirmed that there are no records identifying who worked on the door panel that detached from an Alaska Airlines 737 Max 9 mid-flight. This revelation has …

Colorado DNA Analyst Manipulated Testing Samples, Hundreds of Criminal Convictions Under Review

Denver, Colorado – Authorities in Colorado are re-examining hundreds of criminal convictions following the discovery of manipulation of DNA testing samples by one of their analysts. Yvonne “Missy” Woods, who worked at the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) crime lab for 29 years, is under scrutiny for allegedly tampering with data in various cases. The CBI disclosed that 652 cases were impacted by Woods’ actions, prompting the need for re-testing of over 3,000 samples. While …

Trump’s Upcoming Criminal Trial: A Self-Inflicted Challenge

Lawsuits against former President Donald Trump are gaining momentum as his criminal trial draws near. With cases in Florida and Georgia, Trump faces legal battles that could have serious consequences. The ex-president’s defense team is strategizing ways to defend their client against the mounting allegations. In a recent court session, attorneys for Trump and Fani Willis, the district attorney in Georgia, clashed over crucial legal matters. The contentious hearing highlighted the intense legal wrangling surrounding …

Trump’s Criminal Charges: How Black Voters Responded to U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds’ Comments on Meet the Press

Naples, Florida – U.S. Representative Byron Donalds, a Republican from Southwest Florida, addressed recent comments made by former President Donald Trump during his appearance on NBC News’ Meet the Press. Trump implied that Black people support Donalds because of his criminal charges, a statement that Donalds did not find offensive. Donalds explained that Black voters are drawn to him for various reasons, including Trump’s economic policies, despite legal issues being a consideration. Donalds, a staunch …

Trump’s Ongoing Legal Battles: Expected Date Cemented for First Criminal Trial in New York

New York, NY – Former President Donald Trump is expected to appear in a New York courtroom Thursday for a hearing that could finalize the date for his first criminal trial, which is currently set for next month. State Judge Juan Merchan will rule on several motions to dismiss the case, which alleges Trump falsified business records to cover up hush money payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels during the 2016 presidential election. The …