All articles tagged with #cross examination
In the Stefon Diggs assault trial, Judge Jeanmarie Carroll warned Mila Adams that continuing to avoid answering questions or inserting her own narrative could lead to striking her entire testimony; after the break, the cross-examination resumed but the session ended without the testimony being struck, leaving the outcome dependent on the remaining evidence and arguments.
The criminal trial of Stefon Diggs began with jury selection and opening statements, as Mila Adams testified she was slapped and choked by Diggs in December 2025, a claim Diggs and his lawyers deny. The first day highlighted questions about Adams’s credibility during cross-examination, and Diggs’s decision to testify remains undecided. The case, seeking a guilty verdict beyond a reasonable doubt, will resume Tuesday morning.
On the stand for nearly three hours, Elon Musk explained why he sued OpenAI and its cofounders, criticizing OpenAI’s shift toward a for‑profit subsidiary amid Microsoft’s $10 billion investment and recounting his initial interest in a CEO-like role—ultimately choosing not to due to optics and commitments at SpaceX and Tesla. The testimony scrutinized Musk’s communications with Shivon Zilis, including notes about forming a for‑profit entity and potential staff moves between OpenAI, Tesla, and Musk ventures, as well as Musk’s envisioned compensation plans for OpenAI staff. He also described his reaction to the Microsoft investment as a “bait and switch” and discussed the broader controversy over OpenAI’s governance and structure.
The judge overseeing Sean 'Diddy' Combs' trial denied his second request for a mistrial, citing effective cross-examination and evidence that challenged the prosecution's claims, including allegations of false testimony and inconsistencies about an incident where Combs was accused of dangling a friend over a balcony. The trial continues with the judge emphasizing the vigorous legal proceedings and the importance of fair evidence evaluation.
The prosecutor in the historic school shooting case of Jennifer Crumbley concluded his cross-examination by challenging her decision not to bring her son home on the day of the massacre, emphasizing the power she had to be with him. He also questioned her about her parenting, personal interests, and her husband's purchase of the gun used in the shooting. Crumbley faces involuntary manslaughter charges for her alleged role in the shooting, and her husband goes to trial in March.
Prosecutors cross-examined Jennifer Crumbley, mother of school shooter Ethan Crumbley, highlighting her preoccupations with hobbies and an extramarital affair instead of noticing her son's deteriorating mental state. They questioned her decision not to take her son home after a meeting about a disturbing drawing, and emphasized her lack of action despite warning signs. The prosecution also pointed out her husband's issues and her focus on her pursuits, including an extramarital affair. Crumbley faces involuntary manslaughter charges for failing to store the firearm securely and exercise reasonable care of her son.
In the defamation trial brought by E. Jean Carroll against Donald Trump, the judge has repeatedly shut down attempts by Trump's lawyers to veer into salacious topics and has limited their line of questioning. The trial, which is focused on determining damages, has seen the judge interrupting and lecturing Trump's lawyer, Alina Habba, and forbidding her from approaching certain subjects. Despite Trump's attempts to discredit Carroll and call for the case to be dismissed, the trial continues with the judge steering it towards a likely conclusion of Trump being held accountable for his disparaging comments.
Sam Bankman-Fried's lawyer, David Mills, has described him as the "worst person" he has ever seen do a cross-examination, stating that he may be reconsidering his career after handling the FTX founder's defense. Mills believes Bankman-Fried is innocent, but his case became "unwinnable" due to the testimonies of FTX's other co-founders. Mills expressed concern about his relationship with Bankman-Fried's parents and doubts that their friendship will survive the guilty verdict.
Sam Bankman-Fried's defense attorney, David Mills, stated that the FTX cofounder's case was "almost impossible to win" and described him as "the worst person I've ever seen do a cross examination." Bankman-Fried was convicted on seven counts of fraud and conspiracy last month, with prosecutors alleging that he orchestrated a scheme to defraud customers and investors of billions of dollars. The defense was further weakened by the testimony of three influential figures in the FTX saga, who claimed that Bankman-Fried was the mastermind behind the scheme. Bankman-Fried's sentencing is scheduled for March 2024, and he faces a maximum sentence of 115 years.
Grace Jabbari, the ex-girlfriend of actor Jonathan Majors, broke down in tears while testifying in his assault trial after being forced to watch body-camera footage from the night of the alleged incident. Defense attorneys focused on surveillance video of Jabbari at a Manhattan bar after the attack, questioning her drinking habits and behavior. Jabbari had previously accused Majors of attacking her in a car after finding a suspicious text on his phone. The trial continues with Jabbari set to testify for a final day on Friday.
Jonathan Majors' ex-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari, sobbed and abruptly left the courtroom during a grueling cross examination in the assault case against the actor. The emotional display came after she was shown police body-cam footage and CCTV footage of the night in question, which elicited tears from her. Jabbari accused Majors of assaulting her, while Majors claimed she was the aggressor. The defense attorney pressed Jabbari on her incoherence and inability to recall how she got hurt, causing discomfort among the jury. Jabbari will continue her testimony on Friday.
Grace Jabbari, the ex-girlfriend of actor Jonathan Majors, broke down in tears while testifying in his assault trial after being forced to watch body-camera footage from the night of the alleged incident. Defense attorneys focused on surveillance video of Jabbari at a Manhattan bar after the attack, questioning her about her alcohol consumption and behavior. Jabbari had previously accused Majors of attacking her in a car after finding a suspicious text on his phone. Majors' lawyers attempted to undermine Jabbari's credibility throughout her testimony, suggesting she was the aggressor. The trial continues.
Grace Jabbari, the ex-girlfriend of actor Jonathan Majors, broke down in tears and fled the courtroom during a grueling cross-examination about her conversation with police following an alleged attack by Majors. Jabbari returned after a break, apologizing for her outburst. Defense attorney Priya Chaudhry played police body-camera footage and asked detailed questions about Jabbari's movements and actions, including whether she used a lime with her tequila shot. The cross-examination also touched on the alleged altercation, Majors' phone, and Jabbari's interactions with strangers after the incident. Majors has pleaded not guilty to four misdemeanors related to the domestic dispute.
The cross-examination of Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of cryptocurrency exchange FTX, began in his fraud trial. Assistant US Attorney Danielle Sassoon questioned Bankman-Fried about his public statements regarding the safety and transparency of FTX, highlighting inconsistencies in his responses. The prosecutor also raised his controversial comment about regulators and questioned his motives for expressing support for regulation. Bankman-Fried's defense attempted to shift blame to Binance's treatment of FTX and emphasized his efforts to improve the company's safety. Bankman-Fried admitted to making management mistakes but denied defrauding customers or misappropriating funds. The trial continues.
Sam Bankman-Fried's defense attorney struggled to effectively challenge the testimony of Caroline Ellison, his former girlfriend and the government's key witness in his criminal fraud trial. Ellison testified that Bankman-Fried directed her to use money from FTX customer accounts to fund investments and trading strategies at his cryptocurrency hedge fund, Alameda Research. She also claimed that Bankman-Fried instructed her to withdraw FTX deposits for various purposes, including political donations and hiding losses. The defense attorney faced difficulties in his questioning, frequently changing topics and dates, and even apologizing for referencing the wrong document. The judge intervened multiple times, seeking clarity on the attorney's line of questioning. Bankman-Fried has pleaded not guilty to fraud charges.