Trial

Judge Bars Donald Trump from Delivering Closing Argument in New York Civil Fraud Trial

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NEW YORK – Former President Donald Trump has been barred from delivering his own closing argument in a civil fraud trial in New York. Judge Arthur Engoron ruled that Trump will not be allowed to present his closing statement in court on Thursday. This decision comes as the trial nears its conclusion. The civil fraud trial involves allegations that Trump defrauded the students of Trump University, his now-defunct real estate school. The plaintiffs claim that Trump made false promises about the quality of the education they would receive and the support they would receive from … Read more

Former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick’s Sexual Assault Case Suspended as Judge Deems Him Incompetent to Stand Trial

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A Wisconsin judge has suspended the sexual assault case against former cardinal Theodore McCarrick after a court-appointed psychologist deemed him not competent to stand trial. The judge did not dismiss the case outright, and the final decision will be made by the Walworth County District Attorney. The case is currently scheduled for a review hearing in December 2024. The charge against McCarrick, who is now 93 years old, is one count of fourth-degree sexual assault. This recent development in Wisconsin follows a similar outcome in Massachusetts, where McCarrick faced criminal sex abuse charges. A psychological … Read more

Former US Catholic Cardinal’s Sexual Abuse Trial Suspended Due to Competency Concerns: Wisconsin Judge

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Waukesha, Wisconsin – The sexual abuse trial of former US Catholic cardinal Theodore McCarrick has been suspended by a Wisconsin judge, according to court records. McCarrick, who is 93 years old, is the highest-ranking US Catholic official to face charges related to the systemic sexual abuse of minors in the Church. The allegations against him include sexually assaulting a teenager in Wisconsin in 1977. The decision to suspend the trial came after McCarrick was diagnosed with dementia. Judge David Reddy stated that he “makes a finding of incompetence and suspends the matter due to competency,” … Read more

Jury Selection Begins for Brad Srebnik Trial: High-Profile Case Draws Attention and Scrutiny

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ALPENA, Michigan – Jury selection for the trial of Brad Srebnik, who is charged in the deaths of Brynn Bills and Abby Hill, began on Wednesday at the APlex in Alpena. Srebnik is facing charges including two counts of premeditated murder, weapons charges, and disinterment and mutilation of a body. If convicted, he could be sentenced to life in prison. The decision to hold the proceeding at the APlex was made due to the high profile of the case and the media attention it has received nationwide. Concerns were raised about the difficulty of forming … Read more