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The Supreme Court appeared likely to reject former President Donald Trump’s claim of absolute immunity from prosecution over election interference, but it seemed possible Trump could still benefit from a lengthy trial delay, possibly beyond November’s election.
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Supreme Court seems skeptical of Trump’s claim of absolute immunity but decision’s timing is unclear
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Thursday appeared likely to reject former President Donald Trump’s claim of absolute immunity from prosecution over election interference, but several justices signaled reservations about the charges that could cause a lengthy delay, possibly beyond November’s election.
A majority of the justices did not appear to embrace the claim of absolute immunity that would stop special counsel Jack Smith’s prosecution of Trump on charges he conspired to overturn his 2020 election loss to Democrat Joe Biden. But in arguments lasting more than 2 1/2 hours in the court’s first consideration of criminal charges against a former president, several conservative justices indicated they could limit when former presidents might be prosecuted, suggesting that the case might have to be sent back to lower courts before any trial could begin.
At Supreme Court, Trump lawyer backs away from absolute immunity argument
Trump attorney D. John Sauer conceded there are allegations in the indictment that do not involve "official acts," meaning they would not be subject to any presidential immunity.
www.nbcnews.comEx-tabloid publisher testifies he scooped up possibly damaging tales to shield his old friend Trump
Manhattan jurors will hear more witness testimony from a veteran tabloid publisher, and Trump faces a looming decision over whether he violated a gag order imposed by the judge.
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Trump attorney, Supreme Court justice clash on whether a president who 'ordered' a 'coup' could be prosecuted
Former President Donald Trump's attorney in the presidential immunity case clashed with Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan over whether a president "who ordered a coup" can be prosecuted.
Key moments from landmark Supreme Court arguments on Trump's immunity claims
There was talk of drone strikes and presidential bribes, of a potential ruling “for the ages” and of the Founding Fathers, too.
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US Supreme Court divided on whether Trump can be prosecuted
The justices discussed immunity, coups, pardons, Operation Mongoose - and the future of democracy.
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Trump has good day arguing immunity but that doesn't nix Jan. 6 prosecution: ANALYSIS
At Trump's Supreme Court immunity hearing, a majority of justices clearly didn’t buy the full sweep of his assertion of executive power -- but that may not matter much
US expected to provide $6 billion to fund long-term weapons contracts for Ukraine, officials say
U.S. officials say the Pentagon is expected to announce that it will provide about $6 billion in long-term military aid to Ukraine.
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Gorsuch steers Supreme Court in Trump immunity case: ‘We’re writing a rule for the ages’ - Washington Examiner
Neil Gorsuch took control of the debate at the Supreme Court in a case where Donald Trump is asking whether he has full immunity from criminal prosecution.
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18 indicted in 2020 Arizona election case, Donald Trump 'unindicted co-conspirator'
An Arizona grand jury listed Donald Trump as an unindicted co-conspirator as they indicted 18 for their roles in the 2020 "fake electors" scandal.
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Supreme Court questions Donald Trump obstruction counts while weighing immunity from all charges
Supreme Court justices raised questions about an obstruction charge against Donald Trump and hundreds of others -- while hearing a different case.
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McConnell says university presidents need to "get control of the situation" amid protests
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell appears on "Face the Nation" as pro-Palestinian protests roil American politics.
www.cbsnews.comHow Republican-led states far from the US-Mexico border are rushing to pass tough immigration laws
Oklahoma is poised to become the latest Republican-led state to impose criminal penalties for those who reside in the state illegally.
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McConnell reiterates that presidents should not have absolute immunity from criminal prosecution | CNN Politics
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell stood by his past comments that presidents should not have absolute immunity from criminal prosecution for their actions while in office.
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New poll reveals how voters' views on abortion have changed as Dems seek to make issue a central 2024 theme
A new poll has revealed a record level of support for abortion among American voters as Democrats seek to make the issue a central theme in the 2024 election.
Could a president stage a coup? And 9 more key moments from Trump's Supreme Court immunity hearing
Here are 10 key moments and exchanges from Trump's immunity hearing before the Supreme Court
Supreme Court seems open to middle ground on Trump immunity - Washington Examiner
The Supreme Court appeared open to a middle-ground approach to a bid by former President Donald Trump to invoke presidential immunity for his criminal charges.
www.washingtonexaminer.comUkraine pulls US-provided Abrams tanks from the front lines over Russian drone threats
Two U.S. officials say Ukraine has sidelined U.S.-provided Abrams M1A1 battle tanks for now in its fight against Russia.
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‘First we take Columbia’: Pro-Palestinian activists spread occupation guidebook to overrun schools - Washington Examiner
Pro-Palestinian protesters are circulating a guidebook to activists across the country encouraging more occupations and teaching them how to be successful.
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Trump trial hears new details about alleged "catch and kill" scheme as Pecker continues testimony
Former National Enquirer boss David Pecker appeared on the stand for the third day, detailing an agreement the tabloid made with a former Playboy model.
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U.S. Army Begins Building Floating Aid Pier off Gaza
Army engineers on Thursday began construction of a floating pier and causeway for humanitarian aid off the coast of Gaza, which, when completed, could help relief workers deliver as many as two million meals a day for the enclave’s residents, Defense Department officials said.
The construction on the “initial stages of the temporary pier and causeway at sea” means that the project’s timing is in line with what Pentagon officials had predicted, Maj. Gen. Patrick S. Ryder, the Defense Department’s press secretary, said. The construction is meant to...
Continue reading...The construction on the “initial stages of the temporary pier and causeway at sea” means that the project’s timing is in line with what Pentagon officials had predicted, Maj. Gen. Patrick S. Ryder, the Defense Department’s press secretary, said. The construction is meant to...
Rep. Schiff reportedly robbed in San Francisco, forced to attend ritzy campaign dinner with no suit to wear
California Senate candidate Rep. Adam Schiff was given a rude welcome to San Francisco on Thursday as he was reportedly a victim of a carjacking just hours before a ritzy campaign dinner.
According to The San Francisco Chronicle, thieves broke into his car that was parked in a downtown parking garage and stole his bags. Without business clothes to wear, Schiff still proceeded to the event in shirt sleeves and a hiking vest, according to the Chronicle, with others dressed in suits.
At the dinner, Schiff thanked attorney Joe Cotchett for supporting...
Continue reading...According to The San Francisco Chronicle, thieves broke into his car that was parked in a downtown parking garage and stole his bags. Without business clothes to wear, Schiff still proceeded to the event in shirt sleeves and a hiking vest, according to the Chronicle, with others dressed in suits.
At the dinner, Schiff thanked attorney Joe Cotchett for supporting...
WATCH: Olympic champion soars to new ski jump record
Japanese Olympic champion Ryoyu Kobayashi soared to a world record 291m (around 954 ft.) ski jump, shattering the ski flying and ski jump world records.
Continue reading...Philippine police kill militant implicated in 15 beheadings and other atrocities
Philippine forces have killed an Abu Sayyaf militant who had been implicated in past beheadings including of 10 Filipino marines and two kidnapped Vietnamese
Continue reading...Biden won’t sanction Israeli units accused of human rights violations in West Bank
The State Department has determined that Israeli units accessed of human rights violations in the West Bank will remain eligible for US aid.
Continue reading...China-U.S. ties "beginning to stabilize," but it won't be an easy road
Beijing — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met Friday with Chinese President Xi Jinping and senior Chinese officials, warning of the dangers of misunderstandings and miscalculations as the United States and China butted heads over a number of contentious bilateral, regional and global issues. Blinken met with Xi in Beijing after holding talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Public Security Minister Wang Xiaohong.
Talks between the two sides have increased in recent months, even as differences have grown.
"We are committed to...
Continue reading...Talks between the two sides have increased in recent months, even as differences have grown.
"We are committed to...
Trump trial moves to cross-examination of first witness
Former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker will field questions from former President Donald Trump's defense team.
Continue reading...Biden touts labor endorsements, but members worry about Trump's "cultish" support
Washington — President Biden often calls himself the most "pro-union president in history," and the ballroom packed with labor members Wednesday needed no more convincing.
The crowd at the North America's Building Trades Unions (NABTU) conference booed at the sight of former President Donald Trump during an video before Mr. Biden's speech, with some chanting "lock him up!" before the president took the stage.
"Donald Trump is incapable of running anything," said NABTU president Sean McGarvey in the video, where the union announced its endorsement...
Continue reading...The crowd at the North America's Building Trades Unions (NABTU) conference booed at the sight of former President Donald Trump during an video before Mr. Biden's speech, with some chanting "lock him up!" before the president took the stage.
"Donald Trump is incapable of running anything," said NABTU president Sean McGarvey in the video, where the union announced its endorsement...
NewJeans: The controversy shaking the K-pop world
The infighting between K-pop powerhouse Hybe and its label Ador has put fans on edge.
Continue reading...AI Tupac track vanishes from Drake's Instagram
The megastar had been ordered to delete the track by the late rapper's estate for "abusing his legacy".
Continue reading...LA college cancels graduation as Gaza protests spread
Protests against the Gaza war grip dozens of campuses across America, with hundreds of arrests.
Continue reading...Trump's lawyers will grill ex-tabloid publisher as 1st week of hush money trial testimony wraps
After prosecutors’ lead witness painted a tawdry portrait of “catch and kill” tabloid schemes, defense lawyers in Donald Trump’s hush money trial are poised Friday to dig into an account of the former publisher of the National Enquirer and his efforts to protect Trump from negative stories during the 2016 election.
David Pecker will return to the witness stand for the fourth day as defense attorneys try to poke holes in the testimony of the former National Enquirer publisher, who has described helping bury embarrassing stories Trump feared could...
Continue reading...David Pecker will return to the witness stand for the fourth day as defense attorneys try to poke holes in the testimony of the former National Enquirer publisher, who has described helping bury embarrassing stories Trump feared could...
China and US should be partners, not rivals, Xi tells Blinken
China's president and America's top diplomat hold talks in Beijing as both sides seek to stabilise relations.
Continue reading...Japan comes face to face with its own space junk
A Tokyo company's satellite encounters a big lump of space debris high above the Earth.
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