A trial date has been set for the hush money case involving former President Donald Trump in New York, diverting his attention from the political arena to the courtroom. The case revolves around allegations related to payments made to conceal information. . .
Supreme Court Orders Special Counsel to Address Trump's Bid for Immunity in Federal Election Trial
The Supreme Court has given Special Counsel Jack Smith one week to respond to Donald Trump's request to maintain a hold on his federal election trial. This development follows an emergency motion filed by Trump's legal team, urging the justices to block a lower court ruling that denied him presidential immunity from indictment. The outcome of this legal maneuver will significantly impact the timeline of the trial and whether it will precede the upcoming presidential election.
Illinois Political Figure Faces Consequences as Legal Drama Unfolds
In a significant development, Timothy Mapes, the former chief of staff to ex-Illinois Speaker of the House Mike Madigan, has been sentenced to prison. The sentencing follows Mapes' conviction last year on charges of perjury and obstruction of justice. The legal proceedings are part of a larger case involving alleged wrongdoing by Madigan, who faces charges ranging from racketeering to wire fraud.
Tim Mapes, a long-time ally and confidant of Mike Madigan, found himself in legal jeopardy as allegations of perjury and obstruction of justice. . .
Portland Police Investigate Shocking Incident Involving Renowned Wrestler
A once-celebrated figure in the world of professional wrestling, 70-year-old William Haynes, known to wrestling enthusiasts as Billy Jack Haynes, now finds himself at the center of a tragic incident. Authorities have arrested the former WWE star in connection with the shooting death of his 85-year-old wife, Janette Becraft, in their Portland home last week.
A former professional wrestler is accused of killing his wife in Portland, Oregon. Police say 70-year-old William Haynes, better known by his ring name Billy Jack Haynes, shot his. . .
Former President Trump Engages in Closed-Door Session Amid Federal Classified Documents Case
In a significant legal development, former President Donald Trump attended a hearing this week in his federal case involving classified documents. The hearing, conducted in a secure room specifically designed for the examination of highly classified materials, saw Trump and his legal team engage in discussions with the judge overseeing the case. The closed-door nature of the meeting excluded prosecutors, allowing for a detailed examination of the case's intricacies.
Former President Trump Requests Supreme Court Intervention in Election Interference Case
In a significant development today, former President Donald Trump has approached the Supreme Court, seeking an extension in the trial for his federal election interference case. Trump contends that he should be granted immunity from the charges, and he is currently appealing a ruling by the D.C. Circuit Court that denied him immunity.
Trump's legal team argues that he should be shielded from prosecution, citing immunity. The former President asserts that he cannot. . .
In a twist to the already sensational Murdaugh family saga, the estate that was once home to the embattled South Carolina family is set to go under the hammer in a high-stakes auction.
Stephanie DeLuca has the details.
The property, located in Colleton County, South Carolina, is steeped in notoriety due to the high-profile legal troubles surrounding the Murdaugh family. This includes the infamous unsolved murders of Margaret "Maggie" Murdaugh, 52, and her youngest son Paul Murdaugh, 22, in June 2021.
The Murdaugh family has. . .
In a significant legal development, three individuals, including two Mount Vernon brothers, have been convicted in an elaborate eight-million-dollar COVID fraud scheme. The convictions come after a trial in the U.S. Southern District of New York, where the trio faced charges related to a conspiracy to commit wire fraud, wire fraud, and aggravated identity theft.
U.S. Attorney Damian Williams announced on Friday that Quadri Salahuddin, Anwar Salahuddin, and Maryland resident Jacob Carter were found guilty of orchestrating a scheme aimed at defrauding the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The SBA, a key player in providing. . .
In a significant development, seven individuals have been indicted in connection with last month's assault on two NYPD officers in Times Square. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg announced the indictments, shedding light on the severity of the charges faced by the suspects, including the five apprehended last week.
Seven people are now indicted in last month's assault on two NYPD officers in Times Square. Christin Marks reports.
Yohenry Brito, currently in custody at Rikers Island, is among those indicted, all of whom are confronting felony charges. Notably, four of the individuals are facing the top charge. . .
Former President Trump's campaign has declared its intention to appeal a recent court ruling that denies him immunity from criminal prosecution in his federal 2020 election interference case. The campaign asserts that prosecuting a President for official acts goes against. . .