BUSINESS FRAUD TRIAL
Supreme Court sends Trump immunity case back to lower court, dimming chance of trial before election
The Supreme Court has extended the delay in the Washington criminal case against Donald Trump on charges he plotted to overturn his 2020 presidential election loss. The historic 6-3 ruling by the justices stated that former presidents have absolute immunity from prosecution for their official acts and no immunity for unofficial acts. The outcome means additional delay before Trump could face trial in the case brought by special counsel Jack Smith.
Adult actor Stormy Daniels advises Donald Trump’s wife Melania. Here’s what she said
The adult actor has a piece of advice for Melania Trump. She has asked her to leave her husband, who is the former US President for two reasons. His conviction in a recent case has been listed as one of the reasons.
Stormy Daniels says Trump should be jailed after conviction
Stormy Daniels, the adult film actor who testified against former US president Donald Trump, has said she believes he should be jailed and should be sentenced to community service. Daniels broke her silence after Trump was found guilty on 34 counts of business fraud for trying to cover up hush money payments to her on the eve of the 2016 presidential election.
Donald Trump's attorney says he was 'shocked' the former president took the verdict with 'solemness'
Donald Trump's lawyer, Todd Blanche, expressed surprise at Trump's composed reaction to being convicted, making him the first former U.S. president convicted of a crime, in a Manhattan courtroom by a jury foreman repeating 'guilty' 34 times.
How one-time Donald Trump fixer Michael Cohen helped get the former president convicted
Michael Cohen, once loyal to Donald Trump, testified against him in a New York trial, leading to felony charges. He revealed Trump's involvement in hush money payments to a porn star, marking a dramatic shift in their relationship. Cohen's testimony highlights his journey from a staunch supporter to a vocal critic, facing legal consequences and disbarment. Despite Trump's denials and legal battles, Cohen's testimony has been pivotal in holding Trump accountable, showcasing a complex tale of loyalty, disillusionment, and pursuit of truth.
Here's what every key witness said at Donald Trump's hush money trial
Key witnesses in Donald Trump's trial, such as Hope Hicks and Robert Costello, provided insights into the events following the 'Access Hollywood' leak. Testimonies also included details from Trump's lawyers and associates.
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Trump trial reaches its end game
The historic trial of Donald Trump, accused of falsifying business records to buy Stormy Daniels' silence about a 2006 encounter, nears its end. If convicted, Trump faces up to four years in prison on each of 34 counts, but unlikely to get jail time. The trial's outcome could impact the 2020 election.
Donald Trump's attacks on his trial judges trigger widespread calls for violence
New York Justice Juan Merchan, Trump declared on Truth Social, is a "highly conflicted" overseer of a "kangaroo court." Trump supporters swiftly replied to his post with a blitz of attacks on Merchan. The comments soon turned ugly. Some called for Merchan and other judges hearing cases against Trump to be killed.
Michael Cohen: A challenging star witness in Donald Trump's hush money trial
Michael Cohen, once fiercely loyal to Trump, now stands as a key witness against him in a hush money trial. Despite his criminal past and history of lies, prosecutors present him as corroborative evidence. Cohen's credibility is challenged by his erratic behavior and anti-Trump stance, yet his testimony remains pivotal.
SFIO chargesheet sparks summons on 2013 'fraud'
A court case unfolds a decade after the Winsome scam, involving Jatin Mehta's family, BLS, and fraudulent activities with UAE clients. The case includes criminal conspiracy, breach of trust, and corporate law violations.
Judge tells Trump lawyer in hush money trial he is 'losing all credibility'
The judge overseeing Donald Trump's criminal hush money trial on Tuesday told Trump's lawyer he is "losing all credibility" as he considered whether the former president should be punished for violating a gag order that prevents him from publicly criticizing witnesses and others involved in the case.
In Trump hush money trial, tabloid publisher testifies he helped candidacy
Former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker testified about suppressing stories damaging to Donald Trump's 2016 campaign. The trial involves hush money payments to silence individuals like Karen McDougal and Dino Sajudin. Trump faces fines for violating the gag order.
Trump did not commit any crimes, defense says in hush money case
Former U.S. President Donald Trump's defense lawyer asserts his innocence in the hush money trial, denying any criminal wrongdoing related to payments made to his former lawyer in 2017. Prosecutors allege Trump sought to conceal these payments to cover up unflattering information before the 2016 election. The trial, seen as less consequential than other cases against Trump, could impact his candidacy. Prosecutors aim to show Trump's involvement in a "catch and kill" conspiracy with his former lawyer and a tabloid publisher to silence damaging stories. The trial is expected to last six to eight weeks.
On first day of Donald Trump hush money trial, prosecutors say he corrupted 2016 election
In the first-ever trial of a former U.S. president, Trump is charged with falsifying business records to cover up a $130,000 payment to porn star Stormy Daniels in 2016 to keep quiet about a sexual encounter she says they had 10 years earlier. Trump has pleaded not guilty and denies the encounter took place.
Donald Trump brings his campaign to the courthouse as his criminal hush money trial begins
Donald Trump, a criminal defendant, faces trial for falsifying business records to conceal hush money payments. His courtroom demeanor contrasts with his feisty public image. Trump is navigating legal battles while maintaining a political narrative to combat perceived persecution.
Trump's criminal trial to begin Monday in Manhattan as jury pool convenes
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has charged Trump with 34 felonies, accusing him of falsifying documents to conceal a sex scandal involving a porn star. The case, one of four indictments facing the former president and presumptive Republican nominee, could reshape the political landscape.
Appeals court rejects Donald Trump's latest attempt to delay April 15 hush money criminal trial
Trump's lawyers had wanted the trial delayed until a full panel of appellate court judges could hear arguments on lifting or modifying a gag order that bans him from making public statements about jurors, witnesses and others connected to the hush-money case.
US criminal case against China's Huawei heads toward 2026 trial
At a status conference on Thursday in Brooklyn, New York, Assistant US Attorney Alexander Solomon told US District Judge Ann Donnelly that "settlement discussions ended in an impasse. We believe it would be prudent to schedule a trial date."
Donald Trump defies judge, gives courtroom speech on tense final day of New York civil fraud trial
Trump spoke as the judge was trying to find out if the former president would follow rules requiring him to keep his remarks focused on matters related to the trial. Asked whether he would comply with the guidelines, Trump defied the judge and simply launched into his speech.
NY seeks $370 million in penalties in Trump's civil fraud trial. His response: 'They should pay me'
New York seeks $370M from Trump in civil trial over business fraud; Trump counters, claiming innocence and political maneuvering. Trial's conclusion to impact his business dealings in the state and potentially impose hefty penalties.
Trump decides against testifying in civil fraud trial as case nears conclusion
Former President Trump declines further testimony in the civil fraud trial, citing previous extensive statements. The trial, probing inflated asset values and financial fraud allegations, involves NY Attorney General Letitia James seeking $250 million in damages. Trump's decision amid tensions with Judge Arthur Engoron reshapes the trial's trajectory. A reinstated gag order and contentions between both sides mark key trial developments. Closing arguments expected in the new year, with Judge Engoron's final ruling imminent.
Ivanka Trump set to testify in civil fraud trial, following her father's heated turn on the stand
Ivanka Trump is set to face questioning in the civil fraud trial involving the Trump family business. In this non-jury trial, New York Attorney General Letitia James alleges that Donald Trump's asset values were inflated on financial statements to secure loans and insurance. Although Ivanka is no longer a defendant, she's due to testify. The trial covers allegations of conspiracy, insurance fraud, and falsifying business records.
Not a political rally: Judge chides Trump during New York civil fraud case
Supreme Court Judge Arthur Engeron during the trial of former President of US Donald Trump kept reminding the latter about the court not being a political trial.
Trump takes the stand in New York civil case alleging financial fraud
Former US President began testifying in his civil fraud trial worth $250 million. Trump's role in his company's decision-making, in its valuing of his properties, and in preparing his annual financial statements will be discussed during the trial. Trump is likely to be asked about loans and other deals that were made using the statements and what intent, if any, he had in portraying his wealth to banks and insurers the way the documents did.
Donald Trump to testify in civil fraud trial today as business empire lies at stake
The trial brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James, is seeking USD 250 million in damages and barring the former president from doing business in the state.
Trump's adult sons, codefendants in fraud trial, set to testify
Both are executive vice presidents of the Trump Organization, a sprawling network of companies managing residential and office skyscrapers, luxury hotels and golf courses around the world.
Trump's former lawyer Michael Cohen takes stand at ex-president's civil trial
Former lawyer and fixer for Donald Trump, Michael Cohen, testified in a civil fraud case in Manhattan against the former president. The case, brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James, alleges that Trump inflated the value of his properties to secure better loan terms. Cohen, who has become a fierce critic of Trump, pleaded guilty to campaign finance violations and lying to Congress in 2018.
Trump business empire under threat as New York fraud trial opens
Former US president Donald Trump was in court Monday for what he slammed as a "sham" civil fraud trial against him and two of his sons, with the case threatening the Republican's business empire as he campaigns to retake the White House. James accused the former president on Monday of "persistent and repeated fraud" and said "justice will prevail."
Donald Trump used 'materially inaccurate' financials, New York says as civil fraud trial begins
Kevin Wallace, a lawyer in state Attorney General Letitia James' office, said in his opening statement that Trump described his finances to banks and insurers in a "materially inaccurate way" for a decade. Trump, the frontrunner for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, is accused by James of inflating the value of his assets by billions of dollars to secure better loan and insurance terms.
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