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A New York judge ruled that the jurors in Luigi Mangione’s murder trial will remain anonymous to protect their identities, and an overflow courtroom will be provided for press and public access as the trial—over Mangione’s charges related to the December 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson—prepares to begin with jury selection on September 8.
Manhattan prosecutors will not retry Harvey Weinstein on the third‑degree rape charge tied to Jessica Mann after Mann declined to testify again, following a mistrial and a deadlocked jury in the latest proceedings. The dismissal aligns with a survivor‑centered approach and Mann’s wish not to pursue further litigation, while Weinstein remains imprisoned for a separate California conviction; Mann, in a statement, described enduring years of legal battles and referred to Weinstein as 'Jack the Rapist.'
New York City fashion designer Andrea Mary Marshall, founder of the Salon 1884 atelier, has been charged with running a sweatshop and stealing about $54,000 in wages from nine employees, with reports of up to 17-hour shifts. She pleaded not guilty and was released without bail as the Manhattan DA's office continues its investigation; prosecutors say workers were forced to work exploitative hours and begged for owed pay, while Marshall's high-end designs have appeared in Vogue and sold at Neiman Marcus and Moda Operandi. If convicted, she faces 5 to 15 years in prison.
Former President Donald Trump posted a late-night spree on Truth Social railing at prosecutors, the FBI Mar-a-Lago raid, and the hush-money case, insisting he’s an innocent man who’s been horribly treated while targeting Letitia James and Alvin Bragg, criticizing the media, and endorsing conservative candidates.
Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg has filed an 82-page motion opposing Donald Trump's attempt to dismiss his hush-money case, citing Trump's "history of malicious conduct" as too serious to ignore. Bragg argues against Trump's claim of presidential-elect immunity, stating it does not exist. The case involves Trump's alleged falsification of business records to conceal a payment to Stormy Daniels before the 2016 election. Bragg highlights Trump's history of threatening and attacking legal participants, which weighs against dismissal. The DA requests sentencing before inauguration or a case hold until after a potential second term.
Donald Trump's sentencing in the hush money case involving Stormy Daniels has been delayed indefinitely, with legal experts calling for the case's dismissal. Attorney David Gelman criticized the case as politically motivated and a mockery of the justice system, arguing that it should be dismissed due to Trump's presidential immunity and the unreasonable delay in sentencing. The case's future remains uncertain, with Trump's legal team expected to file a motion to dismiss, while the prosecution has until December 9 to respond.
New York District Attorney Alvin Bragg has agreed to indefinitely postpone the sentencing of Donald Trump following his re-election victory, raising questions about the motivations behind the legal actions against him. The case, which involved alleged payments to silence Stormy Daniels, has been criticized for lacking clarity on its legality and for appearing politically motivated. Bragg's decision to delay proceedings suggests the case may have been more about influencing the 2024 election than upholding justice.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg is set to propose the next steps in Donald Trump's hush money case following his election as president, despite his conviction on 34 felony counts earlier this year. Trump's sentencing is scheduled for November 26, but his defense is seeking dismissal, citing presidential immunity and the Presidential Transition Act. The Supreme Court's recent ruling on presidential immunity is central to the defense's argument, while prosecutors have requested more time to determine the case's future in light of Trump's election.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has faced a wave of threats following Donald Trump's conviction on 34 felony counts related to a hush money scheme. The DA's office argues for maintaining a gag order to protect prosecutors, jurors, and their families from Trump's inflammatory public attacks, citing numerous threats and violent rhetoric. The DA's filing emphasizes the need to safeguard the integrity of the criminal justice process and the safety of those involved.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's decision to drop charges against 32 pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University has sparked outrage among Trump supporters and Jewish activists, who accuse him of being lenient on "actual" criminals while pursuing political vendettas.
Larry Kudlow criticizes the conviction of Donald Trump in New York, calling it a sham and expressing hope for its overturn on appeal. He contrasts this with Hunter Biden's trial for gun violations and tax evasion, suggesting that the justice system can still be restored under a neutral administration. Kudlow emphasizes Trump's vision of success through economic rejuvenation and judicial fairness.
ABC's George Stephanopoulos interrupted Trump attorney Will Scharf during an interview after Scharf claimed, without evidence, that President Joe Biden was involved in the hush money case against Trump. Stephanopoulos emphasized that there was no evidence to support Scharf's claims and pointed out that Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's role is unrelated to the Justice Department.
In an interview on "Face the Nation," former U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara criticized GOP characterizations of Donald Trump's trial as "completely silly," emphasizing the trial's transparency and fairness. Bharara discussed the implications of Trump's criminal conviction on future cases and potential grounds for appeal. He also highlighted the impartiality of the judicial system, noting the ongoing trial of President Biden's son, Hunter, by the Biden Justice Department.
Sen. Mitt Romney criticized Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg for making a "political decision" to move forward with the trial against former President Donald Trump, calling it "political malpractice." Trump was found guilty of falsifying business records related to payments to an adult film actress. Romney suggested President Biden should have pardoned Trump to avoid political fallout. Trump plans to appeal the conviction, which comes amid other legal challenges.
Sen. Mitt Romney criticized Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg for committing "political malpractice" by pursuing criminal charges against former President Donald Trump, suggesting Bragg should have settled the case instead. Romney, a known Trump critic, argued that Bragg's decision was politically motivated and could backfire. He also expressed confusion over why President Biden did not pardon Trump to prevent the federal indictments from proceeding. Trump was recently convicted of 34 criminal charges related to a hush money payment to Stormy Daniels.