Former President Trump’s social media posts have landed him in hot water, with prosecutors arguing that they violate a gag order issued by a judge in his New York criminal trial. The judge is set to rule on the issue in the coming days.
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Trump Media & Technology Group, the company behind former President Donald Trump’s Truth Social platform, applied for an H-1B visa for a worker in June 2022. This contradicts Trump’s previous statements against H-1B visas, which he has called “very bad” and “unfair” for U.S. workers. The company claims the application was made under prior management and was terminated in November 2022. Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, also applied for an H-1B visa for his investment firm, but at a significantly higher salary level.
David Pecker, former publisher of the National Enquirer, testified in court on Tuesday, revealing his close relationship with then-presidential candidate Donald Trump and his willingness to suppress harmful stories about Trump in exchange for privileged information. Pecker claimed to have agreed to act as Trump’s ‘eyes and ears,’ notifying Trump’s attorney of negative stories or rumors he heard in the marketplace. Prosecutors presented evidence of flattering headlines about Trump and disparaging stories about his opponents published in the National Enquirer, highlighting their efforts to influence the election illegally.
Former President Donald Trump’s early lead over President Joe Biden has dwindled in the past two months due to his ongoing trials in Manhattan. Several recent polls indicate that Biden would prevail over Trump in a November election. A Marist poll shows Biden leading 51% to 48% in a two-way race, and his lead widens to five points with the inclusion of third-party candidates. NBC and Morning Consult polls also show Biden with a narrow lead over Trump. Biden’s campaign schedule and fundraising efforts have contributed to his polling boost, while Trump has been preoccupied with his legal cases and has held fewer public events.
Manhattan prosecutors have accused former President Donald Trump of violating a New York election law in addition to falsifying business records. Prosecutors claim the alleged conspiracy aimed to conceal payments made to silence porn star Stormy Daniels during the 2016 presidential election. Trump’s defense attorney, Todd Blanche, maintains that the payments were not illegal and that the former president is innocent.
Prominent anti-Trump legal commentators have been holding weekly Zoom meetings to plan talking points for upcoming media appearances. The meetings, hosted by former Obama administration official Norman Eisen, have been attended by conservative commentators Bill Kristol and MSNBC legal analyst Andrew Weissmann. Others who have attended include former Nixon White House counsel John Dean, Anti-Trump Lincoln Project co-founder George Conway, and Washington Post opinion writer Jennifer Rubin. The meetings focus primarily on Trump’s upcoming legal battles, particularly his trial for allegedly falsifying business records. Some participants have expressed concern that the meetings could be seen as a conspiracy against Trump. However, Eisen has emphasized that the meetings are simply a forum for legal professionals to exchange ideas and prepare for media appearances.
Former President Donald Trump’s hush money trial resumed on Tuesday with a hearing focusing on allegations that Trump violated a gag order imposed on him. Prosecutors claim he has breached the order 10 times by attacking witnesses and court officials. They are seeking a fine of $1,000 for each violation. The hearing will be followed by the continuation of testimony from former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker.
In the realm of cryptocurrency, Bitcoin ETFs have experienced a significant net inflow of $35 million on their first post-halving trading day. Ark Invest predicts a remarkable potential rally for Bitcoin, projecting a surge of over 3,000% within the next 12 months. Standard Chartered analysts anticipate Bitcoin’s value to double to $150,000 by year-end. Meanwhile, crypto analysts foresee a rise in Bitcoin’s value post-halving. Turning to politics, Biden has convened a meeting withAOC, Sanders, and other lawmakers amid disputes over Israel policy. Trump allegedly breached a gag order multiple times, raising questions about potential leniency from the judge in contempt charges. Trump has reversed his stance on TikTok, accusing Biden of favoring Meta. In economic news, Calix reports mixed results, joining other major stocks in a downward trend. Investor optimism shows improvement, but the Fear & Greed Index remains in the ‘Fear’ zone. Analysts highlight General Motors, Tesla, and three other stocks to watch. The EU warns China over Russia ties and trade imbalance, emphasizing the need for self-assertion. Nvidia’s high-end chips find their way into Chinese hands despite US restrictions. Home equity investments emerge as a growing asset class, surpassing $32 trillion in the US market. In the world of technology, Microsoft unveils a new AI model rivaling GPT-3.5, while Apple plans to make Quest OS the Android of mixed reality. Apple and Nvidia’s chip supplier face ongoing stock woes. Soccer broadcasting rights become a target for Apple after the success of Major League Soccer rights. Microsoft strengthens its AI capabilities with the acquisition of a former Meta executive. Tesla CEO Musk criticizes Waymo, suggesting Cybertruck’s potential for robotaxis amid vandalism concerns. Analysts express cautious optimism about Tesla’s Q1 earnings, seeking answers about robotaxis and Model 2. Adient, a seating maker, plans to cut jobs in Europe. Telecommunications company Calix faces a downturn, while ‘China’s Netflix’ targets the aging population with AI content. Analyst predicts TikTok’s shutdown in the US ahead of a Senate vote. LGBT dating app Grindr faces legal action for allegedly disclosing users’ HIV status. Boeing anticipates slower 787 production due to supplier shortages, but it will deliver Q1 earnings despite the ongoing air safety scandal. UBS Group considers westward expansion with a new office in Menlo Park. Visa’s Q2 earnings are expected to rise, based on recent analyst forecasts. California achieves a milestone in energy storage, surpassing gas and renewables for the first time. Musk labels Social Security as a Ponzi scheme, while SpaceX’s injury rates remain a concern.
Alvin Bragg’s decision to prosecute Trump for alleged hush payments is a politically motivated stunt that defies legal logic. The payments may have been unethical, but they were not illegal. Bragg’s creative reinterpretation of the law to turn a misdemeanor into a felony is a blatant abuse of prosecutorial discretion.
Former President Donald Trump has accused President Joe Biden of pushing for a ban on TikTok and warned of potential consequences for younger voters. The House of Representatives passed a bill that would give ByteDance, TikTok’s Chinese owner, nine months to divest its U.S. operations or face a ban. If the bill passes the Senate, Biden has indicated he will sign it into law. TikTok has argued that a ban would violate First Amendment rights, and the White House has stated it prefers to ensure American ownership of the app to protect sensitive data. Trump has suggested that a TikTok ban would benefit Facebook, whose parent company Meta he has criticized.