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www.nytimes.com
2 days ago
New York City

Stormy Daniels, Porn Star Who Says She Had Sex With Trump, Testifies at Trial

Stormy Daniels testifying against Trump in criminal trial. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
1 day ago
New York City

Did You Touch His Skin?' Here's Stormy Daniels Testimony on Brief' Sex With Trump Including What He Said After

The full transcript of Stormy Daniels's testimony about her encounter with Donald Trump is distressing, intense, and often marked by objections from Trump's attorneys. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 day ago
US Elections

Stormy Daniels Tells a Story of Sex With Trump as He Listens in Disgust

A chance encounter two decades ago between Donald Trump and Stormy Daniels led to a series of events resulting in the first criminal trial of an American president. [ more ]
morestormy-daniels
house-judiciary-committee
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US politics

Poised and Precise, Hur Enters Fray Over Special Counsel's Report on Biden

Robert K. Hur corrected an error about a Democratic lawyer during his testimony.
Despite facing criticism, Robert K. Hur maintained composure during his testimony. [ more ]
emptywheel
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

What If the Problem Is Not with Special Counsels, But Instead the Presidency? - emptywheel

Hur hired high-profile Republican defense attorney for his House testimony.
Hur's resignation raises concerns about potential impact of his testimony. [ more ]
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e-jean-carroll
New York Post
3 months ago
US politics

Donald Trump testifies at E. Jean Carroll's defamation trial for just under three minutes

Donald Trump testified for less than three minutes in the defamation trial against E. Jean Carroll.
Trump was restricted in what he could say and his statements were repeatedly disregarded by the judge. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 months ago
Law

Trump Manages Three Whole Minutes On Witness Stand Without Getting Held In Contempt

Donald Trump's testimony in the E. Jean Carroll defamation trial was brief, but filled with bile and denials of the plaintiff's claims.
Trump's counsel, Alina Habba, demonstrated an unexpected courtroom style, seeking a mistrial and attempting to impeach her own witness. [ more ]
www.bbc.co.uk
3 months ago
Law

Trump testifies in E Jean Carroll defamation case

E Jean Carroll's former editor described her as a 'truth teller' and a non-fact-checking journalist.
Donald Trump was unable to repeat his claim that Carroll was lying, as the previous jury had already found her not lying. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 months ago
Law

Trump Will Testify Tomorrow. Unless He Doesn't.

Donald Trump is scheduled to testify in his own defense in the E. Jean Carroll defamation case.
Trump's attorney claimed to feel ill but still attended a campaign event in New Hampshire. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
New York City

Trump's Defamation Trial Delayed Until Thursday

The trial of E. Jean Carroll's defamation lawsuit against Donald J. Trump has been postponed for another day and will resume Thursday.
The trial was originally postponed due to a juror reporting flu-like symptoms and getting a Covid test.
If Mr. Trump testifies, it would likely happen on Thursday or Friday. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
New York City

As Trump Continues to Insult E. Jean Carroll, 2nd Defamation Trial Opens

Former President Trump's defamation trial with E. Jean Carroll will focus on separate statements he made in June 2019 after she accused him of rape.
The judge has ruled that Trump cannot contest Carroll's version of events and cannot offer any testimony suggesting she fabricated her account or had any motive to do so. [ more ]
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hunter-biden
HuffPost
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

Lawyer For Hunter Biden Benefactor Says Rep. James Comer Misrepresented His Testimony

House Oversight Committee chair James Comer misrepresented testimony from Kevin Morris, a friend of Hunter Biden, in the Republican impeachment inquiry against President Joe Biden.
Morris's attorney is demanding the release of a full transcript of the interview after Comer's misleading characterization of Morris's statements. [ more ]
HuffPost
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

Hunter Biden Finally Scheduled To Sit For Closed-Door Deposition With House GOP

Hunter Biden will sit for a closed-door deposition with House lawmakers next month as part of the ongoing impeachment inquiry against President Joe Biden.
Republicans have been seeking evidence of corruption involving Hunter Biden and are now looking forward to his testimony. [ more ]
emptywheel
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

The David Weiss and Leo Wise Inconsistencies Left Out of Hunter Biden Arraignment Coverage - emptywheel

David Weiss testified to the House Judiciary Committee that the investigation into Hunter Biden was continuing, contradicting previous claims that the case was coming to a close.
Former Hunter Biden attorney Chris Clark submitted a declaration stating that Weiss' claim conflicts with what Weiss' associate Shannon Hanson told him on June 19, 2023. [ more ]
HuffPost
3 months ago
US news

Hunter Biden Crashes Committee Vote On Contempt Resolution Against Him

Hunter Biden made a surprise appearance at a House Oversight Committee hearing
Hunter Biden has offered to testify in public, but Republicans want him to testify in private. [ more ]
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Above the Law
4 months ago
Law

Rudy Shambles In To Court As Trump Runs For The Hills

Rudy Giuliani is facing a defamation trial related to false claims about election fraud.
Donald Trump initially planned to testify in his own defense but changed his mind. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 days ago
US Elections

Trump and His One-Time Confidante Meet Again, This Time in a Courtroom

Hope Hicks testifies against former president Donald J. Trump at his criminal trial, displaying unease and emotional discomfort. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 days ago
US Elections

Hope Hicks Reluctantly Confronts the Man She Totally Understands' in Court

Donald Trump's Manhattan criminal trial features a significant testimony by long-time aide Hope Hicks. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
US Elections

Who is Rhona Graff, Trump's Former Assistant Who Is Testifying Against Him?

Rhona Graff, former personal assistant to Donald Trump, has become the second person to testify against him in his criminal trial. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US Elections

In Trump Tower, a Secret-Keeper Is Praised Before the Inauguration

David Pecker described a meeting with key figures in Trump's administration, showcasing his close ties and role in suppressing damaging stories for Trump. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US Elections

Ex-Enquirer Publisher Says He and Others Around Trump Feared His Anger

The testimony highlighted how people feared Donald Trump's anger and how it influenced their actions. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US Elections

Trump Told Pence Certifying Election Would Be Career Killer,' Valet Testified

Former President Trump directly threatened Mike Pence to overturn election results or face career consequences.
Testimony by Trump's valet provides rare insight into Trump's behavior on Jan. 6, 2021. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
New York City

Harvey Weinstein faces New York retrial after 2020 rape conviction overturned

Weinstein's retrial in New York following 2020 rape conviction being overturned. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
New York City

Eagles' Don Henley Testifies That Stolen Lyrics Were Deeply Personal

Don Henley and Glenn Frey followed a routine while writing songs
Pages of Mr. Henley's handwritten notes and drafts were stolen and became the center of a prosecution. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Hunter Biden's ex-business partner calls out Democrats' lies and corruption in new Tucker Carlson documentary

Tony Bobulinski, former business partner of Hunter Biden, is a patriotic figure with a strong background in wrestling, military service, and business.
Bobulinski testified publicly in the House impeachment inquiry, accusing President Joe Biden of being a serial liar and committing high crimes and misdemeanors. [ more ]
The Atlantic
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

A Study in Senate Cowardice

Republicans had the opportunity to end Trump's political career but chose not to act.
Former aide's testimony reveals shocking details of Trump's behavior during the Capitol attack. [ more ]
HuffPost
5 months ago
Left-wing politics

What Hunter Biden Might Say If He Testifies On Capitol Hill

Hunter Biden will only comply with a subpoena for his testimony if it is in a public hearing on live TV.
He has defended himself against corruption accusations in various interviews and writings. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Left-wing politics

Hunter Biden Offers to Testify in House Inquiry, but Only in Public

Hunter Biden is willing to testify publicly in Congress regarding the investigation into his family.
Hunter Biden's lawyer criticized the Republican inquiry as a partisan crusade and proposed a public hearing for his testimony. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Centners were granted immunity to testify in criminal case against Miami commissioner

State prosecutors offered immunity to wealthy private school operators in exchange for testimony against Miami city commissioner.
The Centners agreed to provide prosecutors with information related to the investigation in exchange for immunity from prosecution. [ more ]
www.cnn.com
2 months ago
US politics

Fulton County prosecutor's divorce attorney testifies in Fani Willis case

Bradley's expected testimony is crucial in the Fulton County case to determine the timing of the romantic relationship between Wade and Willis.
Bradley's communication with defense attorney Merchant may provide evidence supporting claims of an improper relationship between Willis and Wade. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
US politics

Legal experts were skeptical about a conflict of interest, but said the hearing did not help the prosecutors.

Legal experts doubt clear conflict of interest was demonstrated in the hearing
Testimony from a former friend of Ms. Willis contradicted the timeline presented by the prosecutors [ more ]
Washington Post
3 months ago
US politics

On trial, Oxford shooter's mom says she wishes he'd 'killed us instead'

Jennifer Crumbley testifies in her trial for involuntary manslaughter in connection with her son's school shooting.
Crumbley denies prior knowledge of her son's plans and expresses remorse for the shooting. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
Los Angeles

Rebecca Grossman, accused of killing two boys with her SUV, will not testify in her trial

Rebecca Grossman, accused of running down two boys, won't testify in her murder trial.
The defense rested after emotional testimony by Grossman's daughter. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
Los Angeles

Rebecca Grossman's doctor husband defends socialite accused of killing 2 children

The husband of Rebecca Grossman testified that he has never seen her speeding despite evidence that she was driving 81 mph when two children were killed.
Rebecca Grossman's defense claims that her former lover, former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Scott Erickson, is responsible for the deaths of the children. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Bell CEO, other execs called to committee to answer questions about job cuts | CBC News

Members of Parliament have invited top executives from BCE Inc. and Bell Canada to testify about the company's decision to cut jobs.
The House of Commons heritage committee agreed to invite BCE Inc. CEO Mirko Bibic, Bell Media president Sean Cohan, and the parent company's CFO Curtis Millen to address the cuts. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 months ago
Law

Trump Still Gagged, Still Whining In DC Elections Case

Donald Trump successfully delayed testifying in the E. Jean Carroll case.
Trump's appeal to lift a gag order was rejected by the DC Circuit Court. [ more ]
Washington Post
3 months ago
Austin

Defense chief Austin asked to testify before Congress on hospital secrecy

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been called to testify before Congress to explain why he kept his recent hospitalization a secret, including from the White House.
The House Armed Services Committee Chairman has requested Austin's direct testimony to understand the decisions made to withhold information from the President, Congress, and the American people. [ more ]
Jezebel
3 months ago
Medicine

Doctors Say Patients Are Scared to Ask Basic Pregnancy Questions in Chilling Senate Briefing

Abortion providers and feminist author testify about the impact of abortion bans
Patients and doctors are afraid to ask questions due to fear of legal consequences [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Europe politics

Boris Johnson to Face Tough Questions at Covid Inquiry

Boris Johnson will testify before an inquiry into his government's handling of the pandemic, facing questions about lockdown timing and social gatherings that violated rules.
Johnson is expected to admit mistakes while highlighting successes like the vaccine rollout and reopening the economy. [ more ]
BBC News
5 months ago
UK news

Covid Inquiry felt like the trial of Matt Hancock

The Covid Inquiry has been like a trial of Matt Hancock, with accusations and claims against him being addressed.
Witnesses accused Hancock of lying, but he denied the allegations and offered evidence to debunk them. [ more ]
Engadget
5 months ago
Marketing

Meta, X, TikTok, Snap and Discord CEOs will testify before the Senate over online child safety

CEOs of Meta, TikTok, Snap, Discord, and X are set to testify in front of the US Senate Judiciary Committee on "their failure to protect children online."
Snap, Discord, and X initially refused to have their CEOs participate and were even subpoenaed.
The hearing originally scheduled for December will now take place on January 31. [ more ]
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