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Trump on trial: to the jury

After five weeks of dramatic testimony, and more than 10 hours of closing arguments, it’s all over bar the deliberations

The Guardian - US · May 29, 2024

Prosecutors build their case at bribery trial of Sen. Bob Menendez with emails and texts

Prosecutors are presenting their bribery case against New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez drip-by-drip, showing jurors a steady stream of documents, emails and phone records that they'll explain more thoroughly later in the trial

The Independent UK · May 29, 2024

Closing arguments wrap up in Trump’s hush-money trial: Here’s what to know

Jurors will now deliberate before delivering a verdict in historic New York trial against former US president.

Al Jazeera · May 29, 2024

Hoping for Three More Votes

Gorsuch: "If there are not yet four votes on this Court to take up the question whether Williams should be overruled, I can only hope someday there will be."

Reason · May 28, 2024

The Origin Story of Dobbs

A deep dive into how Dobbs came to be.

Reason · May 28, 2024

Trump judge in Mar-a-Lago case denies prosecutors’ request for gag order

Setback for special counsel Jack Smith as Aileen Cannon denies motion filed after Trump falsely claimed FBI was ready to kill him

The Guardian - US · May 28, 2024

Trump prosecutor: "Documents don't lie"

Joshua Steinglass followed up Todd Blanche's closing argument by shifting the spotlight to the defendant himself

Salon · May 28, 2024

David DePape apologizes for attacking Paul Pelosi and gets 30-year sentence – again

DePape, who didn’t get to speak in court in original trial on assault of Nancy’s Pelosi’s husband, gets no change to original sentence

The Guardian - US · May 28, 2024

Defense Attorney Dismantles Prosecution's Case In High-Stakes Trial

Defense attorney presents compelling argument in former president's immunity case, emphasizing lack of evidence and credibility of key witness.

Top News · May 28, 2024

Ohio Adjusts Ballot Deadline To Ensure Biden's Nomination

President Joe Biden set to be virtually nominated as Democratic presidential nominee to meet Ohio ballot deadline and minimize disruptions.

Top News · May 28, 2024