Trump’s trial gets heated, campus protests continue, the hottest April and more
May 3, 2024
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Topics discussed in the podcast include Trump's New York trial, crackdowns on student protests, Boeing whistleblower's death, jobs report, Kentucky Derby, and more. Also mentioned are House Republicans' investigations into college protests, employment statistics, climate records, Russian influence on TikTok, and a preview of the Kentucky Derby.
Trump's defense shifts narrative to victim portrayal in New York trial, intensifying legal battle.
House Republicans investigate pro-Palestinian activism on campuses, leading to crackdowns on student protests.
Deep dives
Trump's Criminal Trial Intensifies with Testimonies and Legal Maneuvers
Donald Trump's New York criminal trial escalates as the defense aims to portray Trump as a victim rather than a hush money schemer. Keith Davidson, representing Stormy Daniels, faced contentious cross-examination, labeled by Trump's attorneys as unscrupulous. The judge reiterates a court gag order, cautioning Trump's social media activity. Testimonies from former White House official Hope Hicks are expected, continuing the trial's intensity.
House Republicans Target College Protesters, Sparking Accusations of Anti-Semitism and Lawlessness
House Republicans initiate investigations into pro-Palestinian campus activism, branding protesters against the Israel-Gaza war as anti-Semitic and lawless. Police crackdowns on nationwide protests lead to arrests, with confrontations reported at UCLA and Columbia University. President Biden urges peaceful protests amidst accusations threatening free speech. Boebert warns of federal funding consequences for those not addressing the protest issues.
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Update on Donald Trump's Criminal Trial and Defense Strategy