Morning Wire Cohen’s Cross Examination & AstraZeneca Lawsuit | Afternoon Update | 5.14.24
May 14, 2024
A key witness's cross-examination in a hush money trial creates rising tension with Trump's defense. President Biden's new tariffs on Chinese imports particularly affect electric vehicles and highlight the growing foreign-born population in the U.S. Meanwhile, tensions in Israel escalate, with military operations looming in Rafah and the cancellation of a pro-Israel summit. Additionally, a lawsuit against AstraZeneca raises questions about vaccine-related disabilities, shedding light on ongoing legal battles.
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Cohen's Cross-Examination
- Michael Cohen testified against Trump in the hush-money trial.
- Trump's lawyer, Todd Blanche, cross-examined Cohen, focusing on discrediting his testimony.
Biden's China Tariffs
- Biden announced $18 billion in tariffs on Chinese imports.
- Critics see this as an election-year tactic to appear tough on China, contradicting his 2019 stance.
U.S. Foreign-Born Population
- The U.S. foreign-born population reached 51.6 million in March 2024, a record high.
- This represents a substantial increase since Biden took office, with a large portion unemployed.