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Mea Culpa turns its spotlight on the First Lady in this revealing episode about the true nature of Melania Trump. Michael speaks with Stephanie Winston Wolkoff, the New York Times bestselling author of Melania and Me, and the First Lady's former best friend and confidante. She takes Michael deep into the East Wing of the White House; describing a hornets nest of deceit and complicity. Here we see a new side to Melania, gleefully taking the reins of power with the Trump marriage of convenience a twisted, real life version of House of Cards. Learn how she plotted against the equally petty Ivanka for a place in the spotlight and her secret plan to keep the First Daughter out of her way. Plus, explosive, never-before heard tapes of Melania denouncing porn star Stormy Daniels. Don't miss this episode! (Please note the interview with Ms. Winston-Wolkoff took place prior to the President and First Lady's Covid-19 diagnosis.) Post-Script: "When I wrote 'Melania and Me' I knew that every w... Mea Culpa turns its spotlight on the First Lady in this revealing episode about the true nature of Melania Trump. Michael speaks with Stephanie Winston Wolkoff, the New York Times bestselling author of Melania and Me, and the First Lady's former best friend and confidante. She takes Michael deep into the East Wing of the White House; describing a hornets nest of deceit and complicity. Here we see a new side to Melania, gleefully taking the reins of power with the Trump marriage of convenience a twisted, real life version of House of Cards. Learn how she plotted against the equally petty Ivanka for a place in the spotlight and her secret plan to keep the First Daughter out of her way. Plus, explosive, never-before heard tapes of Melania denouncing porn star Stormy Daniels. Don't miss this episode! (Please note the interview with Ms. Winston-Wolkoff took place prior to the President and First Lady's Covid-19 diagnosis.) Post-Script: "When I wrote 'Melania and Me' I knew that every word of it would be subject to potential scrutiny, so I made sure everything in the book was not only accurate, but fully provable I will not sit back and allow the first Lady's chief of staff, Stephanie Grisham, continue claiming I am a "delusional paranoid liar," and other similar names to discredit the veracity of Melania and Me. Because the White House's false claims about my character and integrity continue, I've had to take all appropriate steps to defend my name, which is why I released the tapes." -Stephanie Winston Wolkoff Also, make sure to check out Mea Culpa: The Election Essays for the definitive political document of 2020. Fifteen chapters of raw and honest political writings on Donald Trump from the man who knows him best. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08M5VKQ6T/ For cool Mea Culpa gear, check out meaculpapodcast.com/merch To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a solemn, moving pre-game ceremony, Storm channelled the ANZAC Spirit in trying conditions, getting their 20th consecutive win over the Rabbitohs in Melbourne. In a game where Storm always looked to be in control, unlike previous weeks, Melbourne did not rely on their attacking flair to establish victory over Souths. Wet weather is the great equaliser, which brought both teams into an arm wrestle. But Storm were patient, built pressure and dug in defensively to notch up another win on ANZAC Day at AAMI Park. Stormy Daniel back from Melbourne covers off on your listener questions, what's making Storm news, throw back team list and who's in and who's out for Team List Tuesday en route to Brisbane for Magic Round, where Ricky's Raiders will be waiting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Baffled, perplexed, bewildered. Just some of the adjectives to describe how many Storm fans and Coach Craig Bellamy were feeling about the disappointing loss to the Dolphins. A heavy defeat, conceding 40 unanswered points was embarrasing and not something you would expect from a Melbourne Storm team, one that is under the coaching of Craig Bellamy. Stormy Daniel reviews the heavy defeat at length, with many listener questions asking what happened? Something that I'm sure Bellsa himself is still scratching his head over and why the performance was so poor. Stormy Daniel covers off on what's making Storm news, throwback team list, along with team list Tuesday for the Storm's ANZAC Day clash with the Rabbitohs. 'Lest We Forget'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, in honor of 4/20, Joel, Andy and guest Li watch Rob Van Dam's 2010 action film Wrong Side of Town, which features cameos by Dave Bautista, Viscera and Stormy Daniels.

When we talked to former Donald Trump lawyer and confidant Michael Cohen last week, he spoke to us in a way few people can about how he's dealing — very personally — with life under this regime. You'll want to see the entire conversation, but what really struck us was his ability to look back on his own experience of misplaced loyalty (he went to prison on campaign finance charges stemming from the Stormy Daniels payoff scandal) to find lessons for us all about living bravely through this moment.We know some of you prefer reading to watching, so we're publishing text excerpts of the conversation below. If you missed our live conversation, we encourage you to watch the video above.In the public interest, we are opening this video and transcript to all. But we're also asking candidly that folks support the half dozen or so people who now write for and edit and otherwise support the work of The Ink by becoming a paying subscriber today.Take a moment to support fearless, independent reporting, and to help us keep bringing you conversations like this one. Or give a gift or group subscription.Your support allows us to open these ideas to as many people as possible, with no paywall.How do you, given what you're holding… you've held what you've dealt with what you've gone through to fight this administration what you're holding now in terms of all the knowledge and of what's happening and the same way everybody else in this stream and everybody on the stream has not gone to prison the way you have but are experiencing the blizzard of of insanity the way you are. How do you attempt to keep healthy, keep your mind, you know, working?Like, what do you, at a very practical level, because I think a lot of people are dealing with this just when they open up the news on their phone. What are you trying to do to stay sane, given all of this?The busier that I keep myself, the less I have time to think. The more time that I have to think, the worse the PTSD gets. Sleeping is a disaster because that's when your mind works overtime. I haven't had a good night's sleep in probably seven years.Remember, as of yesterday, yesterday was the seven-year anniversary of the raid on my home, the hotel room I was staying at, and my law office by the FBI that sparked this entire chaos.My journey is not a journey that is anti-Trump. I don't care if the last name was Trump, if it was Jones, if it was Smith, if it was Cohen. It makes no difference to me what the last name of the president is. My concern is for what he is doing. So I tried to take my past affection and my loyalty to him. And I have pushed that way off to the side. I don't think of this as a Trump policy. I think of it as a President Trump policy.And it may be hard for people to understand, but you know, I was incredibly close with him, 15 years basically sitting shoulder to shoulder with him, protecting him from basically everything,providing him with advice and guidance that would only benefit him, not harm him. And sometimes, as I'm watching and I can't discern the difference between yesterday and then today.And I'm wondering, where is the Michael Cohen in this inner circle? Where is the Michael Cohen in this administration? To say to him, before he announces this willy-nilly, self-inflicted tariff policy stupidity, “Mr. President, you can't do this. Let me just give you my prediction on how this is going to end up. You, of course, you're gonna do whatever you want, but let me give you my prediction.”I did that in 2017 after Steve Miller, the immigration ban, which was really a Muslim ban. And I was in the office shortly thereafter, like a day or so, and he asked me what I thought because they were intending on doing a second round of it. And I said, “Mr. President, can I speak freely?”He goes, yeah.I said, “You're f*****g crazy.” Just like that, in his office.Are you f*****g kidding me? You know I have hundreds of friends who are Muslim, right? Some of whom are my best friends since 1984.So I said, “You're basically telling them they have to leave the country. How is it possible that you think it's OK to ban an entire religion from the country if it has to do with just Somalia? OK, I understand that. But you can't make it this broad.” And he took my advice to heart. And that's why you didn't see a 2.0.There is no Michael Cohen there. And sometimes based upon my loyalty that I had in my relationship that I had to him going back to like 2005, I sometimes I almost feel like I want to pick up the phone, call him and say, “What the f**k are you doing? Why? Knock it off. Do something that will give you a legacy that future generations with the last name Trump will be proud of. Not wrecking the global economy. Who gives a s**t if Xi Jinping comes on his f*****g knees begging to you, begging you for forgiveness? How does that benefit Trump? Your legacy, how does that benefit the American people? How does it benefit future generations?”It does not. And that's the problem. This entire group of enablers — they're only worried about themselves. This is all.Do you think you could break through to him in some way because of that history of loyalty in spite of everything that's happened? If you made that call, do you think it would go anywhere?Today?Today?No, I don't think he would even take the call. I don't think he would even take the call.If the two of us were sitting in a room, just us, and we both were able to lower the fences that we have built around us to protect ourselves from each other. Yeah, I'm certain he would have listened. It wouldn't have taken a Bill Ackman or a Jamie Dimon to get him to reverse what he was doing here.Because somebody breathed into his ear this notion that these tariffs are going to be great for him. It's gonna be a major win. And ultimately, America will be better off for it. It's gonna bring back manufacturing. No, it's not.We're never going back to being a manufacturing country. Too expensive in this country to manufacture. Other countries do it better and much cheaper.And so these are the struggles that I live with. I live with anger. I live with sadness. I live with confusion. I live with yesterday being in solitary confinement with no food, no ability to shower, no change of clothing for 51 days, or my 13 months in Otisville, the unconstitutional remand, when they first took me, because I refused to sign a counterfeit document. Imagine how far Bill Barr's administration, his Department of Justice, went in order to unconstitutionally remand me.They gave me a document that doesn't exist, that they wrote specifically for me. And when the very first paragraph is a massive First Amendment constitutional violation because I refuse to sign that document, I was handcuffed, shackled, stripped out, put into a paper jumpsuit, put into a freezer for three hours to the point I thought my teeth were gonna fall out of my jaw because I was so cold and my jaw was rattling so hard, I thought my teeth were gonna break. I've never felt cold like that before.And then to be transported back to Otisville to be put back into solitary until, thank God, a million times for Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein and my attorney, Danya Perry, who filed that habeas corpus, and the judge determined it was retaliatory and a violation of my First Amendment, constitutional rights. A federal court judge had to enjoin the United States government, the DOJ, the Attorney General, from continuing to violate my constitutional rights?How does something like this even happen? So for me, this is what unfortunately is on the loop that exists in my brain all the time.It's what I wrote in my whole book. Revenge talks about this. And that's why I think it's important for me to continue to speak up so that it never happens to anyone else ever again.That's almost the journey that unfortunately my life has taken me into. And I'm willing to accept it.Well, I know everybody watching this joins me in feeling immensely grateful for your truth-telling voice now and sorry for what you have to go through every day, not just in the limelight, but just in your own life and the quiet of your own life to do that.We are seeing in real time the opposite, generally in this society, a society with no bravery, no courage, people capitulating left and right. So it almost is like an alien phenomenon when you see someone who's willing to tell the truth, willing to stand up.As you can see from all the hearts there, a lot of people are very grateful. So thank you. Always appreciate talking to you, and always appreciate your voice, and take care of yourself.Watch the entire show, with philosopher Olufemi O. Taiwo joining Anand and Michael Cohen, at the link below.And you'll also want to see the powerful town hall Cohen hosted last night with Jim Acosta. It's not to be missed.A programming note: More Live conversations next weekWe're on the road this week, so we'll be taking a break from our regularly scheduled Live conversations. We'll be back next week with some very special guests. On Tuesday, April 22, at 12:30 p.m. Eastern, we'll talk with the economist Dani Rodrik. And on Wednesday, April 23, at 1:00 p.m. Eastern, we'll be speaking with the writer, lawyer, and former Secretary of Labor Robert Reich. You won't want to miss either one, so mark your calendars now!To join and watch, download the Substack app (click on the button below) and turn on notifications — you'll get an alert that we're live, and you can watch from your iOS or Android mobile device. And if you haven't already, subscribe to The Ink to access full videos of past conversations and to join the chat during our live events.Readers like you make The Ink possible and keep it independent. 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A comprehensive 42-14 win over the Wahs, making it 17-straight wins over the New Zealand based franchise, despite many perceiving that the Warriors were the Storm's bogey team. History and results would suggest otherwise. The Storm now head north to Brisbane to take on a spirited Dolphins side, who after a slow start to Season 2025 have found form, knocking off the defending 4-peat premiers in the Panthers last week. Kristian Woolf will certainly have his players up for the Round 7 clash, led by former Storm player in Felise Kaufusi. Stormy Daniel covers off on what's making Storm news, throwback team list, answers your listener question's and goes through team list Tuesday with a preview of Storm's clash with the Dolphins on Good Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been a whirlwind of courtroom drama and legal battles surrounding Donald Trump's trials this past week. Just days ago, the Trump administration faced a major challenge in the Supreme Court over its use of the Alien Enemies Act, a centuries-old law invoked to expedite the deportation of Venezuelan nationals accused of gang ties. The court proceedings revealed a chaotic rush to deport individuals before their legal rights could even be argued. Justice Sonia Sotomayor's dissent was scathing, highlighting what she called a covert move by the administration to bypass due process—a hallmark of constitutional law. Critics argue that this case underscores a broader pattern within the administration's legal maneuvering.Meanwhile, Trump's legal issues in New York remain a focal point. While he may now have the title of president again, his conviction on 34 counts of falsifying business records is still a topic of debate. He was sentenced earlier this year to an “unconditional discharge,” meaning no jail time or fines, but the conviction officially stands. Overwhelming evidence presented in the case centered around hush money payments made to Stormy Daniels during his 2016 campaign. Trump's team sought to dismiss the charges, claiming political motivation, but Judge Juan Merchan rejected this argument, emphasizing the strength of the evidence and Trump's own role in delaying the proceedings. At the federal level, Trump's legal battles have proven equally dramatic. Although two federal cases against him were dismissed following his 2024 election victory, the fallout from earlier indictments continues to ripple through the judiciary and political landscape. His legal team has argued that his actions as president should shield him from prosecution, setting up a contentious debate on executive power.On a broader policy front, Trump's aggressive deregulation efforts have made waves. This week, he instructed agencies to repeal regulations he deemed unlawful, bypassing traditional public notice procedures. The move, rooted in recent Supreme Court rulings like *Loper Bright Enterprises*, has sparked a fiery response from legal advocacy groups, which argue that his actions undermine democratic accountability and marginalize public involvement.Whether in the courtroom or the White House, Trump's legal entanglements and controversial policies show no signs of slowing down, keeping both his supporters and critics on edge.

As I stand outside the Manhattan courthouse on this chilly Sunday morning of March 30, 2025, the air is thick with anticipation. Just days ago, President Donald Trump received his sentence in the New York hush money case - unconditional discharge. It's been a whirlwind few months for the former and current president, with legal battles raging across multiple fronts.Let's rewind to January 10th, when Justice Juan Merchan handed down the sentence in the case involving falsified business records related to payments made to adult film star Stormy Daniels. While Trump avoided jail time, the conviction itself was a significant blow to his image.But the legal saga doesn't end there. The federal cases against Trump in Florida and Washington D.C. took unexpected turns after his 2024 election victory. In July last year, Judge Aileen Cannon dismissed the classified documents case in Florida, citing improper appointment of Special Counsel Jack Smith. The Justice Department's subsequent appeal was dropped in November, effectively ending that prosecution.The January 6th case in D.C. met a similar fate. After the Supreme Court remanded the case back to the district court in August 2024, Judge Tanya Chutkan ultimately granted the government's motion to dismiss in December. The presidential immunity claim that had initially delayed the trial became moot after Trump's re-election.Now, all eyes are on the ongoing Fulton County, Georgia case. District Attorney Fani Willis's sprawling racketeering indictment against Trump and 18 co-defendants continues to wind its way through the courts. Just last week, Trump's legal team filed an emergency application with the Supreme Court, seeking to halt removals under the Alien Enemies Act - a controversial 1798 law invoked by the president to target alleged members of a Venezuelan gang.This latest move has sparked heated debate about executive power and national security. Critics argue it's an overreach, while supporters claim it's necessary to combat transnational criminal organizations. The Supreme Court's decision on this matter could have far-reaching implications for immigration policy and presidential authority.As we await further developments, one thing is clear: the intersection of law and politics has never been more contentious. With the 2025 legislative session in full swing and the aftermath of these legal battles still unfolding, the coming months promise to be a crucial period for American democracy. This is Sarah Johnson, reporting from New York City, where the story of Trump's trials continues to captivate the nation.

Good morning, listeners. It's Sunday, March 23, 2025, and I'm here to bring you up to speed on the latest developments in the ongoing saga of Donald Trump's legal battles.Just a few days ago, on March 21, the American Civil Liberties Union sounded the alarm over President Trump's latest directive threatening lawyers and law firms. This unprecedented move has sent shockwaves through the legal community, with ACLU National Legal Director Cecillia Wang calling it a "chilling and unprecedented attack on the foundations of liberty and democracy."But let's rewind a bit. You might recall that back in January, the former president faced sentencing in the New York hush money case. On January 10, Justice Juan Merchan handed down his decision, sentencing Trump to unconditional discharge. This marked a significant moment in American history, as Trump became the first U.S. president to be convicted of a felony.The New York case, which began in April 2024, centered around 34 counts of falsifying business records related to hush money payments made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels. The trial, which lasted from April 15 to May 30, 2024, captivated the nation and ended with a guilty verdict on all counts.But the legal drama didn't end there. Trump's legal team has been working tirelessly, filing various motions and appeals. Just last week, on March 15, Judge Merchan issued a decision on a motion to dismiss, which Trump's attorneys had filed in December.Meanwhile, the federal cases against Trump in Washington, D.C., and Florida were dismissed following his 2024 election victory. The Georgia case, however, is still ongoing, with 18 co-defendants alongside the former president.As we speak, tensions are high in the legal community. Trump's recent directive has raised concerns about potential repercussions for lawyers working in areas such as national security, public safety, and election integrity. The directive specifically targets prominent voting rights attorney Marc Elias, along with unnamed lawyers who have worked on immigration cases.Despite these challenges, many in the legal profession remain undeterred. As Cecillia Wang put it, "Good lawyers, regardless of ideology or party, will remain undeterred in the honorable pursuit of our profession. We will continue to stand up for the people and the rule of law."As we move forward, all eyes will be on the courts and the White House, waiting to see how this unprecedented situation unfolds. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to follow this developing story.

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Here's a narrative script on the recent court trials involving Donald Trump:Donald Trump, the newly elected President of the United States, has been at the center of several high-profile court trials. Just a few weeks ago, on January 10, 2025, Trump was sentenced in a New York trial court to an unconditional discharge for 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. These crimes stemmed from his efforts to illegally influence the 2016 presidential election by hiding reimbursements made to adult film star Stormy Daniels.The trial, which began on April 15, 2024, saw a Manhattan jury find Trump guilty on May 30, 2024. Despite the conviction, Justice Juan Merchan decided not to impose any serious punishment, opting instead for an unconditional discharge. This decision has been seen as symbolically significant, marking Trump as the first criminal elected to the presidency.However, Trump's legal battles are far from over. Before his sentencing, Trump had asked the Supreme Court to intervene in his hush money case, arguing that the criminal proceedings should be put on hold while his claims of presidential immunity are addressed. Trump cited the Supreme Court's decision in Trump v. United States, which could potentially reshape the constitutional framework for constraining the behavior of U.S. presidents.In his appeal to the Supreme Court, Trump argued that forcing him to prepare for a criminal sentencing while preparing to lead the country as President imposed an intolerable and unconstitutional burden on him. Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who handles emergency appeals from New York, directed prosecutors to respond to Trump's request, but ultimately, the sentencing proceeded as scheduled.Trump's legal entanglements also include dismissed federal cases in the Southern District of Florida and Washington, D.C. In Florida, a federal grand jury indicted Trump and his aide Waltine Nauta on charges including willfully retaining national defense information and obstruction of justice. However, Judge Aileen Cannon dismissed the indictment, ruling that Special Counsel Jack Smith was improperly appointed and funded. The Justice Department later dismissed the appeal against Trump and his co-defendants.As Trump navigates these complex legal landscapes, his presidency remains under scrutiny. The question on everyone's mind is how long he can maintain his position as the first criminal president of the United States. Only time will tell if Trump's legal battles will ultimately lead to his exoneration or further entanglements.

As we navigate the complex landscape of Donald Trump's court trials, let's dive straight into the latest developments. Just a few weeks ago, on January 10, 2025, President Trump was sentenced to an unconditional discharge in the New York case involving falsifying business records. This outcome was a result of his conviction on 34 felony counts in May 2024, related to hiding reimbursements made to adult film star Stormy Daniels in the run-up to the 2016 presidential election[1][3].Before the sentencing, Trump made a last-minute appeal to the Supreme Court, asking the justices to halt the criminal sentencing scheduled for January 10. In a 40-page filing, Trump argued that preparing for sentencing while preparing to lead the country as President imposed an "intolerable, unconstitutional burden" on him. However, Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who handles emergency appeals from New York, directed prosecutors to respond to Trump's request, which ultimately did not alter the course of events[1].The New York case is just one of several legal battles Trump has faced. In the Southern District of Florida, Trump and his aide Waltine Nauta were indicted on charges including willfully retaining national defense information and obstruction of justice. However, Judge Aileen Cannon dismissed the federal indictment in July 2024, ruling that Special Counsel Jack Smith was improperly appointed and funded. The Justice Department later dismissed the appeal against Trump and his co-defendants[3].In another case, in the District of Columbia, Trump was indicted on charges including corruptly obstructing an official proceeding and conspiracy to defraud the United States. However, Judge Chutkan granted the government's unopposed motion to dismiss the case in December 2024, following the Supreme Court's remand of the case back to the district court[3].These developments highlight the ongoing legal challenges Trump faces, even as he prepares to take office. The unconditional discharge in the New York case, while not imposing jail time, leaves the fact of his conviction intact, a significant legal and political consequence. As these trials continue to unfold, they remain a critical part of the broader narrative surrounding Trump's presidency and legal battles.

As the world watches, the legal saga surrounding Donald Trump continues to unfold. Just a few weeks ago, on January 10, 2025, a New York trial court sentenced Trump to an unconditional discharge over 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. These crimes stemmed from efforts to illegally influence the 2016 presidential election, specifically involving payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels.The trial court's decision, made by Justice Juan Merchan, was seen as a symbolic victory for the prosecution, despite the lack of punishment. Trump's legal team, however, has been relentless in their pursuit to overturn the conviction. They argue that the trial court failed to follow the new constitutional framework established by the Supreme Court in Trump v. United States, a landmark decision from last summer.This decision, written by Chief Justice John Roberts, created sweeping new protections for U.S. presidents, making it more difficult for prosecutors to use evidence related to a president's "official acts" in criminal cases. Trump's legal team claims that some of his actions, which were deemed criminal, could be considered "unofficial" acts and thus should not have been admitted as evidence.In the days leading up to his sentencing, Trump made a last-ditch effort to halt the proceedings. On January 8, 2025, he filed an emergency appeal to the Supreme Court, arguing that the sentencing would impose an "intolerable, unconstitutional burden" on him as he prepared to take office. Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who handles emergency appeals from New York, directed prosecutors to respond to Trump's request, but ultimately, the sentencing went forward as planned.Despite the unconditional discharge, Trump's legal woes are far from over. His team continues to fight the conviction, and the Supreme Court's decision in Trump v. United States has given them new ammunition. As Will Thomas, an assistant professor of business law at the University of Michigan, notes, Trump's best path to exoneration may lie in this landmark decision, which could ultimately lead to the reversal of his New York conviction.The world waits with bated breath as this saga continues to unfold, with Trump's presidency hanging in the balance. Will he succeed in overturning his conviction, or will the courts uphold the trial court's decision? Only time will tell.

As we navigate the complex landscape of Donald Trump's legal battles, a recent development has taken center stage. Just a few weeks ago, on January 10, 2025, President Trump was sentenced in the New York case to an unconditional discharge by Justice Juan Merchan. This sentencing came after a Manhattan jury found Trump guilty of 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in May 2024[3].However, before the sentencing, Trump made a last-minute appeal to the Supreme Court, asking the justices to halt the criminal sentencing scheduled for January 10. In a 40-page filing, Trump argued that preparing for a criminal sentencing while preparing to lead the country as President imposed an "intolerable, unconstitutional burden" on him. He cited the Supreme Court's decision in *Trump v. United States*, arguing that the criminal proceedings in state court should be put on hold while his claims of presidential immunity are addressed[1].Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who handles emergency appeals from New York, directed prosecutors to respond to Trump's request by January 9. Despite Trump's efforts, his request was ultimately denied, and the sentencing proceeded as scheduled.The New York case revolves around Trump's reimbursement of adult film star Stormy Daniels in the run-up to the 2016 presidential election. Trump was found guilty of falsifying business records to hide these reimbursements. The judge in the case, Juan Merchan, had previously indicated that he did not intend to sentence Trump to jail time, opting instead for an unconditional discharge[1].This development marks a significant chapter in Trump's ongoing legal battles, which include cases in the Southern District of Florida, Washington, D.C., and Fulton County, Georgia. The legal landscape continues to evolve, with Trump's legal team navigating multiple fronts in his defense[3].As we reflect on these recent events, it becomes clear that the legal challenges facing President Trump are far from over. The unconditional discharge in the New York case may have brought a measure of closure to one chapter, but the broader narrative of Trump's legal trials remains very much in progress.

In the latest twist in Donald Trump's ongoing legal battles, the former president turned to the Supreme Court for help. On January 8, 2025, Trump asked the justices to intervene in his New York hush money case, seeking to halt the criminal sentencing scheduled for January 10. Trump's lawyers argued that forcing him to prepare for sentencing while preparing to take office as President of the United States imposed an "intolerable, unconstitutional burden" on him.Trump was found guilty in May of 34 counts of falsifying business records to hide reimbursements made to adult film star Stormy Daniels before the 2016 presidential election. Judge Juan Merchan indicated that he did not intend to sentence Trump to jail time, instead planning to give him an "unconditional discharge," which would mean no serious punishment but the conviction would remain on his record.In his appeal to the Supreme Court, Trump cited the justices' decision in *Trump v. United States*, arguing that the criminal proceedings in state court should be put on hold while his claims of presidential immunity are addressed. Trump also claimed that prosecutors improperly relied on evidence of his official acts to obtain his convictions, which he argued conflicted with the court's decision in *Trump v. United States*.However, New York prosecutors quickly countered Trump's request. In a 38-page filing on January 9, they urged the Supreme Court to allow Trump's sentencing to proceed as scheduled. The prosecutors emphasized that Trump's conviction rests on conduct for which he is not entitled to immunity and that he can attend the hearing by video to minimize any burden. They also pointed out that Trump can appeal after he is sentenced, making the Supreme Court's intervention unnecessary at this stage.Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who handles emergency appeals from New York, directed the prosecutors to respond to Trump's request by January 9. The Supreme Court could act on Trump's request at any time, but as of now, the outcome remains uncertain. Trump's legal team also sought emergency relief from the New York Court of Appeals, the state's highest court, but a judge turned him down on January 9.The drama surrounding Trump's legal battles continues to unfold, with the nation watching closely to see how the Supreme Court will respond to his latest appeal.

Here's a narrative script on the recent court trials involving Donald Trump:As we stand today, February 10, 2025, the legal landscape surrounding Donald Trump continues to unfold with unprecedented twists and turns. Just a few weeks ago, on January 8, Trump made a dramatic appeal to the Supreme Court, seeking to halt his criminal sentencing scheduled for January 10 in his New York hush money case. Trump, who was found guilty of 34 counts of falsifying business records to hide reimbursements made to adult film star Stormy Daniels, argued that preparing for sentencing while preparing to lead the country as President imposed an "intolerable, unconstitutional burden" on him[1].Trump's legal team, led by John Sauer, his intended nominee for solicitor general, urged the court to put the proceedings on hold to allow him to appeal. They cited the Supreme Court's decision in *Trump v. United States*, which they argued granted Trump presidential immunity that should be addressed before any further criminal proceedings. Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who handles emergency appeals from New York, directed prosecutors to respond to Trump's request by January 9.Despite Trump's efforts, the sentencing proceeded as scheduled, with Judge Juan Merchan granting Trump an "unconditional discharge," meaning Trump would not face any serious punishment but the fact of his conviction would remain. This decision, however, may not be the final word. Trump's legal team has been pointing to the *Trump v. United States* decision, which could potentially lead to the reversal of his New York conviction.According to Will Thomas, assistant professor of business law at the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business, the Supreme Court's decision in *Trump v. United States* has created a new constitutional framework that could reshape Trump's ongoing state prosecutions in New York and Georgia. The high court's ruling that evidence related to a president's "official acts" cannot be admitted in subsequent criminal cases unless prosecutors clear a high legal threshold could be crucial in Trump's appeal[3].The stage is set for Trump to challenge his New York conviction, with the Supreme Court likely to have the last word. Trump has already sought to skip to the end, asking the Supreme Court to take his case now, a request that was declined but with four conservative justices signaling their readiness to take up the issue sooner rather than later. As the legal battle continues, one thing is clear: Donald Trump's presidency is marked by unprecedented legal entanglements that will continue to cast a shadow over his term in office.

Here's a narrative script on the recent court trials involving Donald Trump:Donald Trump, the President-elect of the United States, has been at the center of a high-profile court case in New York. On January 10, 2025, Trump was sentenced to an unconditional discharge in his hush money case. This means that while he won't face any serious punishment, the fact of his conviction remains.The case revolves around Trump's falsification of business records to hide reimbursements made to adult film star Stormy Daniels in the run-up to the 2016 presidential election. Trump was found guilty of 34 counts of falsifying business records in May. The judge in the case, Juan Merchan, had indicated that he did not intend to sentence Trump to jail time, opting instead for an unconditional discharge.However, Trump sought to halt the sentencing process, arguing that as President-elect, he should be granted immunity from criminal proceedings. Trump's legal team filed an emergency appeal with the Supreme Court, asking the justices to intervene and put the sentencing on hold. In a 40-page filing, Trump argued that preparing for a criminal sentencing while preparing to lead the country as President imposed an "intolerable, unconstitutional burden" on him.Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who handles emergency appeals from New York, directed prosecutors to respond to Trump's request by January 10. Trump's appeal cited the Supreme Court's decision in *Trump v. United States*, arguing that the criminal proceedings in state court should be put on hold while his claims of presidential immunity are addressed.Despite Trump's efforts, the sentencing proceeded as scheduled on January 10, 2025. Trump's legal team also sought emergency relief from the New York Court of Appeals, the state's highest court, but their request was denied.In another legal development, a federal court recently considered a case involving Trump's executive orders on federal funding. The court found that the states are likely to succeed on the merits of some of their claims, including allegations that Trump's actions violated the separation of powers and the Spending Clause of the U.S. Constitution. The court issued a temporary restraining order, citing the potential disruption to health, education, and other public services due to the pause in federal funding.These recent court cases highlight the ongoing legal challenges facing Donald Trump as he prepares to take office as President of the United States.

It's been a whirlwind few days for Donald Trump, the first criminal president in U.S. history. On January 20, Trump returned to office despite being convicted of 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in a New York trial court. The case stems from his efforts to illegally influence the 2016 presidential election by hiding reimbursements made to adult film star Stormy Daniels.The trial court granted Trump an "unconditional discharge," meaning he won't face imprisonment, probation, or a fine. However, the conviction remains on his record, making him the first and only criminal elected to the presidency. Trump's legal team has been working to overturn the conviction, pointing to the landmark Supreme Court decision in Trump v. United States, which could potentially lead to the reversal of his New York conviction.In Trump v. United States, the Supreme Court established a new constitutional rule that evidence related to a president's "official acts" cannot be admitted in subsequent criminal cases unless prosecutors clear a high legal threshold. Trump's team argues that the trial court failed to follow this new framework, which could render the conviction invalid.Before his sentencing, Trump asked the Supreme Court to intervene and block the proceedings, claiming that the charges were politically motivated and that he was entitled to presidential immunity. However, New York prosecutors urged the justices to allow the sentencing to go ahead as scheduled, emphasizing that Trump's conviction rests on conduct for which he is not entitled to immunity.The prosecutors argued that Trump can attend the sentencing hearing by video to minimize any burden and that he can appeal after being sentenced. They also dismissed Trump's suggestion that he cannot be sentenced because he is the president-elect, stating that no judicial decision or guidance from the Department of Justice has ever recognized that the unique temporary immunity of the sitting president extends to the president-elect.Despite Trump's efforts to have the Supreme Court intervene, the justices declined his request. However, four conservative justices – Alito, Gorsuch, Kavanaugh, and Thomas – publicly noted their disagreement with this decision, signaling that they may be ready to take up the issue of Trump's conviction sooner rather than later.As the case heads to the New York Court of Appeals, Trump's legal team is likely to continue arguing that the Supreme Court's decision in Trump v. United States requires the conviction to be erased. The Supreme Court's eventual involvement seems inevitable, and the outcome could have significant implications for Trump's presidency and the institution of the presidency as a whole.

Here's a narrative script based on recent events involving Donald Trump's court trials:As we step into February 2025, the legal entanglements surrounding Donald Trump continue to unfold. Just a few weeks ago, on January 8, Trump made an urgent appeal to the Supreme Court, seeking to halt his criminal sentencing in a New York hush money case. Trump, who was found guilty of 34 counts of falsifying business records to hide reimbursements made to adult film star Stormy Daniels, argued that preparing for sentencing while preparing to lead the country as President imposed an "intolerable, unconstitutional burden" on him.In his 40-page filing, signed by John Sauer, Trump's intended nominee for solicitor general, Trump cited the Supreme Court's decision in *Trump v. United States*, arguing that the criminal proceedings in state court should be put on hold while his claims of presidential immunity are addressed. Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who handles emergency appeals from New York, directed prosecutors to respond to Trump's request by January 9.However, Judge Juan Merchan, who presided over Trump's trial, had already indicated that he did not intend to sentence Trump to jail time, instead planning to give him an "unconditional discharge." This meant that Trump would not face any serious punishment, but the fact of his conviction would remain.Despite Merchan's intentions, Trump's legal team has been working to overturn his conviction. They argue that the trial court erred by admitting evidence related to Trump's official acts, which, according to the Supreme Court's decision in *Trump v. United States*, should have been excluded unless prosecutors cleared a high legal threshold.Will Thomas, an assistant professor of business law at the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business, notes that this new framework has placed Trump's New York conviction in jeopardy. Trump's legal team has taken aim, pointing to language in *Trump v. United States* to argue that the conviction should be erased. The case is now headed to the New York Court of Appeals, which might agree with Trump's team that the Supreme Court's decisions require the conviction to be overturned.The Supreme Court's decision in *Trump v. United States* has transformed Trump's New York case into a federal matter, making it likely that the Supreme Court will eventually weigh in. Trump has already tried to skip to the end, asking the Supreme Court to shortcut New York's appeals courts and take his case now. While the high court declined his request, four conservative justices publicly noted their disagreement, signaling that they are ready to take up the issue of Trump's conviction sooner rather than later. The stage is set for Trump to challenge his New York conviction, and if things go his way, he may not only avoid punishment for his crimes but also stop being a criminal.

Send us a textFilling in for GLS, Damian Santoro joins Ken Kidd to welcome Tony Santoro for a fun, insightful, and unfiltered conversation. Tony shares wild stories from his career in the adult industry, adventures at the AVN Awards, and lessons from family life. They swap hilarious Hollywood party tales, spotlight favorite comedians, and dive into the vibrant LA comedy scene.From lab-grown diamonds to the dos and don'ts of friendship dynamics, nothing's off the table. The Santoro brothers share heartfelt childhood memories and reflect on Rhode Island roots versus the glitz of Los Angeles. Expect personal anecdotes, discussions on dating culture, podcasting ambitions, and a bit of Stormy Daniels chatter—all wrapped up with humor and heart.

Here's a narrative script based on the recent court trials involving Donald Trump:Donald Trump, the President-elect of the United States, has been at the center of a high-profile legal battle in New York. On January 8, 2025, Trump's lawyers filed an emergency appeal to the Supreme Court, asking the justices to halt his criminal sentencing scheduled for January 10, 2025. Trump was found guilty in May of 34 counts of falsifying business records to hide reimbursements made to adult film star Stormy Daniels in the run-up to the 2016 presidential election.Trump's lawyers argued that forcing him to prepare for sentencing while he is preparing to take office as President imposes an "intolerable, unconstitutional burden" on him. They cited the Supreme Court's decision in Trump v. United States, arguing that the criminal proceedings in state court should be put on hold while his claims of presidential immunity are addressed.Judge Juan Merchan, who presided over Trump's trial, had previously rejected Trump's plea to delay sentencing until after his inauguration. Merchan emphasized that all that remains outstanding in the case is the imposition of sentence and noted that Trump himself had sought to have sentencing put off until after the November election.On January 3, 2025, Merchan denied Trump's motion to dismiss the case based on presidential immunity. Trump promptly filed an interlocutory appeal and notified the trial court that proceedings are automatically stayed pending that appeal. However, the New York courts refused to honor the stay, leading Trump to seek emergency relief from the Supreme Court.In his filing, Trump asserted that as President-elect, he is entitled to immunity from criminal process, including during the presidential transition period. He argued that the doctrine of sitting-President immunity shields him from criminal proceedings until his claims are resolved.The Supreme Court has yet to rule on Trump's request for a stay. Meanwhile, Trump's legal team continues to argue that the prosecution is politically motivated and that the trial court's actions are in violation of standard practice, due process, and New York criminal law. The outcome of this case remains uncertain, with significant implications for the presidency and the rule of law.

Today, January 20, 2025, marks a pivotal moment in American history as Donald Trump is set to be inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States. However, the days leading up to this event have been anything but ordinary, especially in the legal arena.Just last week, on January 9, 2025, the Supreme Court made a crucial decision regarding Trump's criminal sentencing in New York. Trump had been convicted on 34 counts of falsifying business records to hide reimbursements made to adult film star Stormy Daniels. Despite his plea to halt the sentencing proceeding, the Supreme Court rejected his request in a brief unsigned order.The trial judge in New York, Juan Merchan, had indicated that he did not intend to sentence Trump to jail time and allowed Trump to appear by video at the sentencing hearing. However, Trump argued that as the president-elect, he was entitled to immunity from criminal proceedings. He also claimed that prosecutors improperly relied on evidence of his official acts, such as his posts on the social-media platform X, then known as Twitter, to obtain his convictions.Four of the court's conservative justices – Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito, Neil Gorsuch, and Brett Kavanaugh – indicated that they would have granted Trump's request. However, Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Amy Coney Barrett joined the court's three liberal justices in voting to allow the sentencing to proceed.The New York prosecutors urged the justices to allow Trump's sentencing to proceed as scheduled, stating that there was no need for the justices to take "the extraordinary step of intervening" now. They called Trump's suggestion that he should not be sentenced because he is the president-elect "baseless" and added that the evidence of Trump's guilt was "overwhelming."In a related development, there was a controversy surrounding Justice Samuel Alito. Shortly before Trump's request to block his sentencing proceeding was filed, Trump spoke with Alito about one of Alito's former law clerks, William Levi, who is seeking a job in the new administration. Alito maintained that he had not discussed Trump's request or any other Supreme Court cases with Trump. However, Rep. Jamie Raskin, a Democrat from Maryland and the ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, called on Alito to recuse himself, citing the need for impartial justice under the Constitution.As Trump prepares to take office, these legal battles underscore the complex and contentious nature of his presidency. Despite these challenges, Trump's inauguration is set to proceed as planned, marking a new chapter in American politics.

Here's a narrative script based on the recent court trials involving Donald Trump:As we approach the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States, a significant legal development has unfolded. On January 9, 2025, the Supreme Court cleared the way for Trump's criminal sentencing in New York to proceed. This decision came after Trump's plea to halt the sentencing was rejected by the justices in a brief, unsigned order.The case in question revolves around Trump's conviction on 34 counts of falsifying business records to hide reimbursements made to adult film star Stormy Daniels. Trump argued that as the president-elect, he is entitled to immunity from criminal proceedings. He also claimed that prosecutors improperly relied on evidence of his official acts, such as his posts on the social-media platform X, then known as Twitter, to obtain his convictions.However, the trial judge in New York, Juan Merchan, declined to put Trump's sentencing on hold. Merchan contended that Trump himself was responsible for the delays in sentencing and should not now be able to avoid sentencing by asserting that the hearing will take place too close to the inauguration.Trump then appealed to the Supreme Court, citing the court's July 2024 ruling in a similar case. However, the justices were not swayed by Trump's arguments. In their order, they explained that Trump's complaints regarding the use of evidence of his allegedly official acts could be addressed on appeal. They also noted that the burden that sentencing will impose on the President-Elect's responsibilities is relatively insubstantial, given the trial court's stated intent to impose a sentence of "unconditional discharge" after a brief virtual hearing.Interestingly, four of the court's conservative justices – Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito, Neil Gorsuch, and Brett Kavanaugh – indicated that they would have granted Trump's request. However, Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Amy Coney Barrett joined the court's three liberal justices in voting to allow the sentencing to proceed.This development has sparked controversy, particularly after it was reported that Trump spoke with Justice Samuel Alito about one of Alito's former law clerks, William Levi, who is seeking a job in the new administration. Rep. Jamie Raskin, a Democrat from Maryland and the ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, called on Alito to recuse himself, citing the need for impartial justice under the Constitution.As Trump prepares to take office, the legal landscape surrounding his presidency continues to evolve. The Supreme Court's decision to allow his sentencing to proceed sets a significant precedent, one that will likely be closely watched in the days to come.

In this episode of Passing Judgment, we unravel the current status of the four pending criminal cases against former President Trump. Host Jessica Levinson explains that while Trump was convicted in the New York State hush money case, he received no real sentencing. The Georgia election interference case stalled due to conflict of interest allegations against the district attorney. Jessica provides a detailed overview of each case and what it means now that Trump is set to return to office. Here are three key takeaways you don't want to miss:New York State Hush Money Case: Trump was convicted of 34 felony counts related to falsifying business records for hush money payments to Stormy Daniels. However, the sentence resulted in no jail time, fines, or probation due to constitutional concerns about punishing a sitting president.Georgia Election Interference Case: This case, involving Trump's attempts to overturn the 2020 election results, stalled due to conflict of interest allegations against District Attorney Fani Willis. The delay and constitutional concerns have put the case on indefinite hold.Federal Cases: Both the DC election interference and Mar-a-Lago classified documents cases stalled due to legal challenges and questions of immunity. Following Trump's recent election victory, Special Counsel Jack Smith resigned, and the cases were effectively closed.Follow Our Host: @LevinsonJessica

Here's a narrative script based on the recent court trials involving Donald Trump:In a dramatic turn of events, the Supreme Court has cleared the way for Donald Trump's criminal sentencing to proceed in New York. On January 9, 2025, the court issued a brief unsigned order rejecting Trump's plea to halt the sentencing proceeding in his hush money case. Trump was convicted on 34 counts of falsifying business records to hide reimbursements made to adult film star Stormy Daniels.The trial judge in New York, Juan Merchan, has indicated that he does not intend to sentence Trump to jail time and will allow Trump to appear by video at the sentencing hearing. However, Trump sought to have the sentencing put off, arguing that as the president-elect, he is entitled to immunity from criminal proceedings. He also claimed that prosecutors improperly relied on evidence of his official acts, such as his posts on the social-media platform X, then known as Twitter, to obtain his convictions.Merchan declined to put Trump's sentencing on hold, contending that Trump himself was responsible for the delays in sentencing. Trump should not now be able to avoid sentencing, Merchan wrote, by asserting that the hearing will take place too close to the inauguration.After a New York appeals court judge also rejected Trump's request to block his sentencing, Trump came to the Supreme Court on Wednesday, asking the justices to intervene. Citing the Supreme Court's July 2024 ruling in Trump v. United States, in which a majority of the justices held that former presidents have broad immunity from criminal prosecution for their conduct while in office, Trump contended that requiring him to prepare for a criminal sentencing in a felony case while he is preparing to lead the free world as President of the United States in less than two weeks imposes an intolerable, unconstitutional burden on him.However, the Supreme Court disagreed, stating that Trump's complaints regarding the use of evidence of his allegedly official acts could be addressed on appeal. The court also noted that the burden that sentencing will impose on the President-Elect's responsibilities is relatively insubstantial in light of the trial court's stated intent to impose a sentence of 'unconditional discharge' after a brief virtual hearing.Notably, four of the court's conservative justices – Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito, Neil Gorsuch, and Brett Kavanaugh – indicated that they would have granted Trump's request. This development has sparked controversy, particularly after it was reported that Trump spoke with Justice Samuel Alito about one of Alito's former law clerks, William Levi, who is seeking a job in the new administration, shortly before his request to block his sentencing proceeding was filed. Rep. Jamie Raskin, a Democrat from Maryland and the ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, has called on Alito to recuse himself, citing the need for impartial justice under the Constitution.

In a Manhattan courtroom on Friday January 10th 2025, president-elect Donald Trump was sentenced in his New York hush money case after being convicted on 34 counts of falsifying business records. The Judge in the case, Juan Merchan, elected to unconditionally discharge Trump, meaning he'll receive no further penalties. Once sworn in on January 20th, Trump will be first convicted felon to occupy the White House.

Here's the script:It's been a tumultuous few days for President-elect Donald Trump. On Thursday evening, the Supreme Court cleared the way for Trump's criminal sentencing to proceed in his New York hush money case. Trump had urged the court to halt the sentencing, arguing that as president-elect, he is entitled to immunity from criminal proceedings. However, the justices rejected his plea in a brief unsigned order.The case revolves around Trump's conviction on 34 counts of falsifying business records to hide reimbursements made to adult film star Stormy Daniels. The trial judge, Juan Merchan, has indicated that he does not intend to sentence Trump to jail time and is allowing Trump to appear by video at the sentencing hearing.Trump's request to block the sentencing was denied by a 5-4 vote, with Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Amy Coney Barrett joining the court's three liberal justices in voting to allow the sentencing to proceed. Four conservative justices - Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito, Neil Gorsuch, and Brett Kavanaugh - indicated that they would have granted Trump's request.The Supreme Court's decision came after a New York appeals court judge also rejected Trump's request to block the sentencing. Trump had argued that requiring him to prepare for a criminal sentencing while preparing to take office as president imposes an intolerable and unconstitutional burden on him.However, New York prosecutors countered that Trump's suggestion that he should not be sentenced because he is the president-elect is baseless. They added that the evidence of Trump's guilt was overwhelming and that a jury would have found him guilty even without the evidence that he now claims was based on his official acts as president.The Supreme Court's order noted that Trump's complaints regarding the use of evidence of his allegedly official acts could be addressed on appeal. It also stated that the burden that sentencing will impose on the president-elect's responsibilities is relatively insubstantial in light of the trial court's stated intent to impose a sentence of unconditional discharge after a brief virtual hearing.The drama surrounding Trump's sentencing has also raised questions about the impartiality of Justice Samuel Alito. It was reported that Trump spoke with Alito about one of Alito's former law clerks, William Levi, who is seeking a job in the new administration. Alito maintained that he had not discussed Trump's request or any other Supreme Court cases with Trump. However, Rep. Jamie Raskin, a Democrat from Maryland, called on Alito to recuse himself, citing the need for impartial justice under the Constitution.

Here's a narrative script based on the recent court trials involving Donald Trump:Just days before his inauguration, President-elect Donald Trump faced a historic moment in court. On January 10, 2025, Trump was sentenced in the New York "hush money" case, a trial that has captivated the nation. Trump, who was found guilty in May of 34 felonies for authorizing a scheme to falsify records in 2017, appeared virtually from his Mar-a-Lago home.The case revolves around a $130,000 payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels, made by Trump's former lawyer and "fixer" Michael Cohen, in exchange for her silence about an alleged sexual encounter with Trump years earlier. Multiple witnesses testified that Trump was pleased voters did not learn of Daniels' story before the 2016 election.Despite Trump's lawyers battling Manhattan prosecutors at every turn, including multiple appeals to the Supreme Court, Justice Juan Merchan indicated he was inclined to give Trump an unconditional discharge. This sentence includes neither jail time nor any other restriction that might impede Trump after his inauguration on January 20.In the sentencing hearing, Merchan noted the unique circumstances of the trial and its powerful defendant. Trump was given the opportunity to speak but chose not to. Merchan, who had held Trump in contempt 10 times during the trial for violating a gag order, emphasized the importance of preserving the jury's verdict and proclaiming a final sentence just 10 days before Trump's inauguration.Trump, however, vowed to appeal the decision, aiming to potentially get the conviction off his record. This move comes as no surprise, given Trump's history of challenging legal proceedings. The appeal could potentially involve the Supreme Court, indicating that this will not be the last development in the Manhattan case.Meanwhile, another legal case looms for Trump. A federal appeals court in Atlanta recently allowed Special Counsel Jack Smith to release a report on Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Attorney General Merrick Garland has indicated that only one volume of the special report will be released, focusing on the January 6 attacks and Trump's attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. Trump is looking to get the Supreme Court involved in this case as well, setting the stage for further legal battles in the days to come.

Justo en una semana, el próximo lunes 20 de enero, Donald Trump asumirá su segundo mandato, esta vez como el cuadragésimo séptimo Presidente de los Estados Unidos. Trump, polarizador por excelencia, maestro de los hechos alternativos y mucho más poderoso en el ejercicio del poder en este nuevo cuatrienio, es el primer mandatario estadounidense en ejercer como convicto tras la sentencia judicial -la semana pasada- como culpable por 34 delitos en el conocido caso de la actriz Stormy Daniels. Todo un precedente histórico. Además de las ya anunciadas (y hasta ahora solo pretendidas) deportaciones millonarias de inmigrantes, ahora añade nuevos objetivos de política exterior como la anexión de territorios extranjeros -caso de Groenlandia y Canadá- y hasta si fuera necesario por la fuerza militar, del Canal de Panamá. A las amenazas de imposiciones arancelarias contra China, Canadá y México, también irrita a los aztecas con la pretensión de cambiarle el nombre al Golfo de México por el de Golfo de América. Otros temas que ya anunció tienen relación con el desarrollo energético, las normas federales sobre la mano de obra, las políticas de género en las escuelas y los mandatos de vacunación. Del otro lado del mundo, la expectativa inmediata versa en torno a la guerra ruso-ucraniana próxima a cumplir tres años y el conflicto en Medio Oriente, particularmente las relaciones con su aliado Israel. No menos significativa es la situación con los europeos a los que presiona con que deberán aumentar a un 5% de sus PIB el presupuesto para sostener la Organización del Tratado del Atlántico Norte, OTAN. Para analizar este segundo mandato conversaremos mañana con el Dr. Constantino Urcuyo Fournier. 

An Encore Presentation: President Trump's verdict is in – guilty on all 34 counts. Dr. Phil uses 15 years of trial science expertise to break down errors made by the trial judge in this historic conviction and how this impacts the country. A Trump verdict discussion like no other. Dr. Phil Primetime will focus on how this conviction is a judicial travesty. A former president, and current Republican nominee now facing up to four years in prison. And if given prison time, the ramifications are unprecedented. Dr Phil is joined by former prosecutor and The News on Merit Street anchor, Loni Coombs, and a constitutional attorney to discuss errors made by the trial judge, how this verdict is a travesty of monumental proportion and has potential catastrophic implications for the democracy.  We'll delve into why this is not really about Trump but about weaponizing the justice department to a level never seen before which has set off a series of politically motivated events that could take down the country. This is an episode not to be missed!  Thank you to our sponsors: Tax Network USA: Visit https://TNUSA.com/DRPHIL or call 1-800-958-1000. Lumen: Visit lumen.me/DRPHIL for 20% off your Lumen  

Fires across the Los Angeles area have devastated entire neighborhoods and sent tens of thousands of people fleeing. The Los Angeles County coroner's office said it's investigating 11 deaths related to the fires. President-elect Donald Trump has been sentenced a rare unconditional discharge for his conviction in the Stormy Daniels so-called "hush money" case – meaning he'll be released with no restrictions. It now makes Trump the first U.S. president to assume office as a convicted felon. The Supreme Court seemed likely to uphold a new law that could force TikTok to shut down in the U.S., with conservative and liberal justices expressing skepticism about the company's legal challenge during oral arguments on Friday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join Jim and Greg for 3 Martini Lunch as they react to Donald Trump's sentencing in the Stormy Daniels case, Gavin Newsom's poor preparation and response to California wildfires, and the DEI focus of some Los Angeles Fire Department officials.First, they discuss Donald Trump's sentencing following his 2024 convictions in Manhattan, which resulted in an unconditional discharge. While Trump faces no actual penalty, he is now officially a convicted felon—which is what Democrats hopede to achieve with this case. Next, they turn their attention to California Governor Gavin Newsom's handling of the recent wildfires. Jim and Greg highlight an encounter where Newsom faced a distraught resident who lost her home and children's school. The governor's unimpressive interaction and his even worse policies are on full display and may inflict long-term damage on his political plans.Finally, they shake their heads at the Los Angeles Fire Department video explaining how having firefighters that look like the residents is a high priority and casually dismissing concerns about whether women firefighters could carry men out of a burning building. However, they are quick to stress that LA firefighters are working tirelessly and with great courage throughout these horrible fires. It's the leadership that doesn't always seem to be focused on what matters most.Please visit our great sponsors:NetSuitehttps://NetSuite.com/MARTINIDownload your FREE CFO's Guide to AI and Machine Learning at NetSuite.com/MARTINIOmaha Steakshttps://OmahaSteaks.com/3MLGo to OmahaSteaks.com/3ML to subscribe and get 12 FREE burgers, FREE shipping, and an EXTRA 10% OFF for the life of your subscription. Minimum purchase may apply. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks!

Today, we look at Donald Trump avoiding jail, and any punishment, over charges of fraud relating to hush money paid to adult-film star Stormy Daniels.Adam is joined by Caitriona Perry, the BBC's chief presenter in Washington, and Gary O'Donoghue, the BBC's senior North America correspondent.And, 2024 was the first year to exceed the key global warming threshold of 1.5°C above pre-industrial temperatures. Adam talks to Emma Pinchbeck, CEO of the Climate Change Committee, which marks the UK government's homework on… climate change.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Teodora Agarici and Anna Harris. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Join Jim and Greg for 3 Martini Lunch as they react to Donald Trump’s sentencing in the Stormy Daniels case, Gavin Newsom's poor preparation and response to California wildfires, and the DEI focus of some Los Angeles Fire Department officials. First, they discuss Donald Trump's sentencing following his 2024 convictions in Manhattan, which resulted in […]

It is Friday on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. On this episode, there is a lot of topics that the RSMS crew discussed. R&B singer Jhene Aiko lost her home in the Los Angeles fires that have been ragging for days. All her and her children’s belongings were destroyed. Rickey spoke about the mean things people were saying to her on social media. Beyoncé’s beauty line has been making a lot of strides, as she diversifies her portfolio. Not only is the company doing well, but she has also put together a remarkably diverse staff of women as her top executives within the company. Donald Trump will be sentenced Friday morning in New York City. This is due to his conviction in the Stormy Daniels case, where he was found guilty of giving the ex-porn star hush money with campaign funds. All of this and more on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump will be sentenced Friday morning in New York City. This is due to his conviction in the Stormy Daniels case, where he was found guilty of giving the ex-porn star hush money with campaign funds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of A&G features... Ian Bremmer talks to A&G Robot girlfriends Looting at lost homes & Trump's Stormy Daniels sentencing The insurance backlash of the CA wildfires Acts of censorship committed by Meta & funny Babylon Bee "fact checks" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicolás Maduro ha sido investido presidente de Venezuela por tercera vez consecutiva. Analizamos su discurso y las repercusiones que está teniendo fuera del país.Donald Trump tenía hoy que escuchar la sentencia del juez que lleva el caso Stormy Daniels y el magistrado le ha condenado a libertad sin cargos. Vamos a hablar de ello con nuestra corresponsal en Washington, María Carou. Sabremos más de la legislación que ha aprobado la Cámara de Representantes de Estados Unidos para sancionar a cargos del Tribunal Penal Internacional. Estaremos en Mozambique porque el principal líder opositor ha vuelto al país a pocos días de la toma de posesión del presidente. También hablaremos de Francia y Argelia, que pasan un mal momento en su relación bilateral y de los nuevos datos que ha ofrecido el Servicio de Cambio Climático de la Unión Europea. Escuchar audio

En una decisión histórica, el juez Juan Merchán condenó a Donald Trump en el caso relacionado con pagos a Stormy Daniels. Este fallo convierte al expresidente en el primer líder estadounidense en enfrentar una sentencia criminal tras dejar el cargo. ¿Qué impacto tendrá este veredicto en su legado político y sus aspiraciones futuras?

Sube la cifra de muertes y estructuras destruidas por los incendios de Los Ángeles; este viernes se espera la sentencia a Trump en el llamado caso Stormy Daniels y la Corte Suprema escucha argumentos sobre la ley que busca vetar TikTok, entre otras noticias. Más información en UnivisionNoticias.com.

En el sur del país las tormentas aterran a sus habitantes.Trump pide aplazar la sentencia en el caso de Stormy Daniels.La presidenta Sheinbaum responde a las declaraciones de Donald Trump.

Al menos cinco muertos en los devastadores incendios de Los Ángeles; el juez Alito confirmó que habló con Trump antes de que este presentara un recurso en el caso Stormy Daniels y este jueves se realizará el funeral el expresidente Jimmy Carter, entre otras noticias. Más información en UnivisionNoticias.com.

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Trump's lawyers have made a new court filing and made yet another demand for the “immediate dismissal” of Trump's conviction (that's not a thing), and canceling of his sentencing (ditto) for the 34 felony count conviction a jury returned in May in the Stormy Daniels hush money election interference NY criminal case. Michael Popok, who practices in NY courts, pieces together Trump's bizarre new argument and explains why it should fail. Cook Unity: Go to https://cookunity.com/LEGALAF or enter code LEGALAF before checkout for 50% OFF your first week! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown Lights On with Jessica Denson: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/lights-on-with-jessica-denson On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back from the wayOUT Gala where we honored Harper Steele and Bryan spent a lot of money on a joke (for a good cause). Erin shares some disturbing gender disparity details regarding drug testing in this country and how changes could improve medicine and the economy. Bryan stumbles upon Stormy Daniels' OutTV show For The Love of DILFS, and shares some positivity from newly-elected Congresswoman Sarah McBride and Governor Andy Beshear. For Groceries and this week's bonus This New Thing We're Doing! visit www.patreon.com/attitudesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Guests: Stuart Stevens, Alexi McCammond, Dan Pfeiffer, Claire McCaskill, Rachel Maddow, Rick HasenKamala Harris forces the truth onto Trump TV as Donald Trump underscores his fascist threat. Tonight: the brutal day of campaigning with just 20 days to go. Then, is the plain spoken Harris campaign working in battleground states? And just when you thought the Stormy Daniels saga was over, a special report from Rachel Maddow. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

The adult film star turned stand-up comic joins the Heisman Trophy winner turned our spiritual advisor, to compare the full-moon foundations of the presidential candidates, while Stugotz interrupts with his Top 5 Athletes Who Connote a Storm on the Horizon. Then Stormy hangs around to talk about the ongoing toll of that night at the celebrity golf tournament 18 years ago, plus the four-and-a-half months of pain and resilience since she testified in Trump's hush-money trial... and why she's now barnstorming the country in an R.V. to get out the vote — and tell some jokes while she's at it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices