Opening statements have now concluded in former President Trump's criminal trial, where he faced accusations of falsifying business records to cover up hush money payments made to adult film stars. The trial, held in New York City, has already seen intense legal arguments and key witness testimonies.
Opening statements in former President Trump's hush money criminal trial in New York are underway. Scott Pringle reports
The judge is calling it a day in the criminal. . .
Former President Donald Trump is currently in a New York City courtroom, where jury selection is underway for his hush money criminal trial. Trump's arrival was marked by strong statements, labeling the trial as persecution and an assault on America. The trial centers on accusations that Trump falsified business records to conceal payments made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels before the 2016 election.
In a recent development, prosecutors faced restrictions as Judge Juan Merchan ruled that audio or video from Trump's "Access Hollywood" tape would not be. . .
As former President Donald Trump faces a barrage of legal challenges, his first criminal case in New York is set to commence on Monday. This trial, centered on hush money payments, has drawn considerable attention as it marks a significant legal milestone for Trump since leaving office.
The case revolves around allegations of lies and tabloid schemes, according to insiders familiar with the proceedings. MSNBC's Ari Melber has reported extensively on the upcoming trial, shedding light on the intricate legal dynamics at play. Joining the discussion is Jacob Weisberg, Co-founder of Pushkin Industries, who brings unique insights into. . .
In a recent development in the legal saga surrounding former President Donald Trump, an appeals court in New York has denied his request to delay the upcoming hush money trial. This decision paves the way for the trial to proceed as scheduled, with significant implications for Trump's legal battles.
The appeals court's decision comes amidst Trump's efforts to contest a gag order imposed in the case. Trump had sought a delay in the trial proceedings to continue his fight against the gag order, but the court's. . .
A New York judge overseeing the upcoming hush money trial of former President Donald Trump has imposed a gag order on him, preventing him from publicly commenting on witnesses, prosecutors, and court staff. This decision comes as Trump's trial is set to commence on April 15th.
The gag order, issued by Judge Amy Berman Jackson, is intended to maintain the integrity of the trial proceedings and prevent any potential influence or interference from external sources. Trump's legal team had argued against the gag order, citing concerns about free speech rights, but Judge Jackson ruled in favor of implementing. . .
In a legal showdown in New York, former President Trump finds himself at the center of two critical legal battles as his lawyers navigate the complexities of the judicial system.
The Manhattan District Attorney's Office has announced that it does not oppose a delay in the trial concerning hush money payments allegedly made by former President Donald Trump. Scheduled to commence on March 25th, the trial's start may be postponed by up to 30 days, according to the DA's office.
The Manhattan District Attorney's Office says it's not against a delay in former President Trump's hush money criminal trial. Lisa Taylor has more.
The Manhattan District Attorney's Office is asking. . .
Prosecutors in New York are intensifying their legal battle against former President Donald Trump by seeking a gag order in his criminal hush money case. The case revolves around allegations that Trump attempted to conceal hush money payments made to adult. . .