Republicans and Democrats have radically different stories on big threats to election system A red flag after the last presidential election. Axios · May 14, 2024
Cohen declines to bite at combative questions from Trump’s man Todd Todd Blanche seemed to be looking for a ‘gotcha’ – instead there was laughter in the viewing room and one irked judge The Guardian - US · May 14, 2024
Trump’s team tries to destroy Michael Cohen’s credibility The former attorney and fixer returned to the stand on Tuesday and offered more incriminating testimony about his ex-boss The Guardian - US · May 14, 2024
False invoices and why Michael Cohen flipped: Trump trial key takeaways, day 17 Star witness in hush-money trial walked through key elements of case as defense lawyers sought to undermine his credibility The Guardian - US · May 14, 2024
Trump surrogates push the line on his gag order A New York appeals court on Tuesday rejected a bid by Trump's team to throw out the gag order. Axios · May 14, 2024
Galveston County redistricting case draws divide among federal appeals court judges The 5th Circuit expressed skepticism about arguments from both sides in considering whether a coalition of Black and Latino voters should be granted the same protections as a single racial group under the Voting Rights Act. The Texas Tribune · May 14, 2024
Key takeaways as Cohen faces more questioning on day 17 of Trump’s trial Former Trump lawyer faces cross-examination in New York after accusing ex-president of taking part in hush-money scheme. Al Jazeera · May 14, 2024
Despite more polls showing decreasing support, President Biden thinks the surveys have it all wrong President Biden believes the poor reports regarding the elections don't reflect his actual support and the ground he's gained across the country. Latin Times · May 14, 2024
Former President Trump's Gag Law Appeal Rejected By Appeals Court Michael Cohen and Trump's legal battle continues with a gag order; Senator Vance supports Trump amidst trial scrutiny. Top News · May 14, 2024
Governor Burgum Cleared To Oversee Trial, No Conflict Of Interest. The ongoing trial involving Governor Doug Burgum raises questions about impartiality and political motivations, drawing attention away from pressing societ... Top News · May 14, 2024
Michael Cohen's Leveraging Of Title Criticized During Testimony Michael Cohen's testimony raises questions about loyalty and personal gain in politics and relationships. Top News · May 14, 2024
Michael Cohen Faces Intense Cross-Examination In New York Court Michael Cohen testifies in trial facing credibility challenges due to past lies and lack of corroboration. Top News · May 14, 2024
Latino lawmakers urge Biden to extend work permits for undocumented people With presidential election looming, officials in swing states like Nevada and Arizona are prioritizing issues crucial to constituents The Guardian - US · May 14, 2024
US court hears Texas case that threatens to erode Black and Latino voters’ rights Galveston county appeals after its electoral maps were thrown out for ‘stark and jarring’ violations of Voting Rights Act The Guardian - US · May 14, 2024
Latin Times · May 14, 2024 Biden's new Spanglish campaign ad targets Latinos, even with some grammar mistakes The mix of English and Spanish is slowly surging in political campaign outreach
The Texas Tribune · May 14, 2024 Under scrutiny from legislators, Texas university leaders attest to how they’re complying with the state’s DEI ban Tuesday’s Texas Senate hearing comes as lawmakers are expected to propose new laws next year to enforce the DEI ban and prevent antisemitism.
The Texas Tribune · May 14, 2024 After U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar’s indictment, why aren’t Republicans trying to flip his district? Instead, Republicans are trying to tie Cuellar’s allegations of bribery and corruption to Democrats in other competitive races in South Texas.
The Texas Tribune · May 14, 2024 Heat intensifies around Houston Democrat Shawn Thierry ahead of bitter runoff Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, a Dallas Democrat who previously served in the Texas House with Thierry, spoke at a campaign event where she condemned her former colleague.
The Guardian - US · May 14, 2024 Louisiana moves to add abortion pills to list of controlled dangerous substances State lawmakers add amendment to anti-abortion bill to reclassify mifepristone and misoprostol as Schedule IV drugs
Salon · May 14, 2024 Trump "surrogates" get around gag order GOP lawmakers extend their support of Trump by attacking the jury, the witnesses, and Judge Merchan in his stead
Salon · May 14, 2024 Stewart: "Legal corruption" in Congress The charges against Menendez are not unlike the "status quo of government patronage and influence," Stewart says
WEKU · May 14, 2024 The cross examination of Michael Cohen, Trump's ex-fixer, has begun in New York trial Cohen once boasted of being Donald Trump's "protector" but now he is testifying to lying for Trump's benefit, including about payments made to an adult film star ahead of the 2016 election.
Latin Times · May 14, 2024 Influential Hispanic civil rights group to endorse Biden for re-election at Arizona event, media reports UnidosUS will endorse the Biden-Harris campaign at an event in Phoenix, where Latino issues have come into the spotlight in recent months
Salon · May 14, 2024 Jury will "notice" Melania Trump absence Trump's sole concern was the campaign and the “jury is going to take notice of that” according to ex-aide
International Business Times · May 14, 2024 Michael Cohen Faces Defense Grilling At Trump Trial Donald Trump's former personal attorney, turned foe, Michael Cohen will undergo a grueling cross-examination Tuesday while senior Republicans increasingly politicize the trial by filing in to support the White House candidate six months before election day.