Justices Skeptical Of Trump Immunity Claim In Court Fight
The Supreme Court signaled doubt on absolute immunity for Donald Trump in the case over election interference. Justices voiced concerns about delays and future presidencies, with rulings potentially sending the matter back to lower courts before any trial. Justice Barrett and others pressed pathways for a trial, while Kavanaugh, Gorsuch, and Alito warned of broad implications for the presidency.
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Ex tabloid publisher testifies in Trump hush money case
David Pecker testified that the National Enquirer bought damaging stories to protect Donald Trump in 2016 but refused to pay for Stormy Daniels tale. He said he did not want to be involved in payoffs and noted debt on other Trump stories. Prosecutors push this as evidence of unlawful interference in the election. Trump and lawyers cross-examined Pecker as he recalled years-old events amid other courtroom matters.
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Arizona indicts 18 in 2020 election interference case
An Arizona grand jury indicted 18 individuals including former Trump chief of staff Mark Meadows and lawyer Rudy Giuliani for roles in the bid to overturn the 2020 election in Arizona. The indictment lists 11 Republicans who filed a false certificate with Congress asserting Trump victory, with charges of conspiracy fraud and forgery. Trump was not charged, labeled an unindicted co conspirator.
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New York Court Overturns Weinstein Rape Conviction
New York's Court of Appeals voided Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, ruling the trial allowed prejudicial testimony about uncharged acts. He remains imprisoned for a 2022 Los Angeles rape conviction. The decision triggers a retrial in New York, drawing fresh MeToo debate and dissent calling it a dangerous reversal.
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U.S. Growth Slows Sharply in First Quarter
U.S. gross domestic product rose at a 1.6 percent annual pace in January through March, down from 3.4 percent late in 2023. A surge in imports and reduced inventories shaved growth, while core components and consumer spending remained solid, indicating underlying momentum. Paul Ashworth of Capital Economics notes fluctuations in imports and inventories.
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