President Biden warns Israel over civilian protection while a judge advances Trump's classified documents case. Topics also include airport security breaches, Final Four games, and a total solar eclipse announcement.
Federal judge rejects Trump's bid to dismiss classified documents case, allowing it to proceed among four ongoing criminal cases.
Biden warns Israel that U.S. support will depend on protecting civilians during military campaigns in Gaza, marking a conditional stance for the first time.
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Trump's legal case rejected by judge
A federal judge in Florida rejected Donald Trump's bid to dismiss his classified documents case. Trump's legal team argued he was protected by a federal records law, but the judge disagreed, defending her handling of the issue. This decision allows the case to proceed among the four ongoing criminal cases against Trump, who is running for president again.
President Biden warns Israel on Gaza support
President Biden cautioned Israel that U.S. support for its actions in Gaza will depend on protecting civilians. During a call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Biden emphasized the need for specific steps to address civilian harm and aid workers' safety. This stance marked the first time the president implied that U.S. support is not unconditional regarding Israel's military campaigns.
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President Biden's Warning to Israel and Legal Developments on Trump's Classified Documents Case