Jury Selection Begins in Michael Miske Jr. Trial: Challenges Arise as Potential Jurors Disqualified

HONOLULU – The jury selection process began on Monday in the trial of Michael Miske Jr., with more than half of the potential jurors being ruled out for various reasons. Attorneys for the prosecution and defense questioned 19 potential jurors individually, and by the end of the day, 11 had been struck and eight remained in consideration. Miske, who is accused of being a racketeering boss, is facing 22 federal counts in a wide-ranging conspiracy case. He appeared in U.S. District Court alongside his two co-defendants, his half-brother John Stancil and Delia Fabro-Miske. Stancil is … Read more

Jury Selection Kickstarts Trial for Alleged Crime Boss Michael Miske in Honolulu

HONOLULU (AP) — The process of selecting a jury has commenced in the trial of Michael Miske, accused of being the head of a prominent crime organization in Honolulu. This trial, which will determine Miske’s fate, marks an important milestone in the city’s battle against organized crime. Miske, who is known as a powerful figure in the local underworld, is facing multiple charges, including racketeering, murder, and drug offenses. If convicted, he could face a substantial prison sentence. The significance of this trial extends beyond Miske himself, as it sheds light on the broader issue … Read more

Accused Racketeering Boss Michael Miske Jr.’s Federal Trial Begins with Jury Selection and Over 900 Potential Witnesses

HONOLULU, Hawaii – The trial of accused racketeering boss Michael Miske Jr. is set to begin on Monday with the selection of a jury. Miske, a longtime business owner in Honolulu, was arrested more than three years ago in a federal criminal conspiracy case. The trial is expected to involve over 900 witnesses and several former co-defendants who have reached plea deals. Empaneling an impartial jury will be the initial challenge in this high-profile case, which includes allegations of obstruction of justice and witness tampering. Potential jurors have already expressed concerns about their safety and … Read more

Powerful Collaboration Sheds Light on Police Violence: Ryan Coogler and Michael B Jordan’s Award-Winning Film Exposes Heartbreaking Reality

Oakland, California – Director Ryan Coogler and frequent collaborator Michael B. Jordan have teamed up once again for a powerful and thought-provoking film. This haunting tale, based on the real-life shooting of Oscar Grant III, an unarmed Black man, by the police, remains as relevant today as ever. The film, titled “Black Panther,” garnered critical acclaim, receiving both the Grand Jury Prize and Audience Award for its poignant storytelling. Coogler’s masterful direction and Jordan’s commanding performance serve to illuminate the painful realities of racial injustice and police brutality in America. Another film that has left … Read more