Search results
Aug 2, 2023 · Former President Donald J. Trump was indicted on Tuesday in connection with his widespread efforts to overturn the 2020 election following a sprawling federal investigation into his attempts to...
13 hours ago · A few teens opted to spend their day in Trump's trial. Sahil Kapur Asked to respond to Pecker’s testimony on the stories about him, Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, said: “Not interested in revisiting ...
Videos - Donald Trump
Analyst: Trump 'lucky' contempt order not more severe
Reuters Videos3 hours agoSTORY: The former president is in court for the second day of his trial on charges he falsified business records to cover up a $130,000 payment before the 2016 election to buy port star Stormy Daniels' silence about a sexual encounter she says they had in 2006. Vida Johnson, an associate law professor at Georgetown University, said that Trump is likely the beneficiary of his wealth and power, and that a less privileged citizen could have already faced penalties as severe as imprisonment. Judge Juan Merchan is considering whether Trump should be punished for violating a gag order that prevents him from criticizing witnesses and others involved in the case. Prosecutors are asking Merchan to fine Trump for criticizing Stormy Daniels and his former lawyer Michael Cohen, both of whom are expected to testify. They also have highlighted Trump's claim last week that people were lying to get on the jury so they could convict him. Merchan could opt to fine Trump $1,000 for each of those violations, as Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's office has requested. Those fines, Georgetown Law’s Vida Johnson told Reuters, are relatively mild. “It is absolutely common in courthouses around the country for judges when they use their contempt power, to hold people in contempt of court and they face jail time,” she said. “It appears to me that Trump is the beneficiary of any politics that might be at play. And I think those politics are that he's a wealthy person with a lot of power, and that's why both the prosecutors haven't asked for more serious sanctions.” Justice Merchan said on Tuesday he would not immediately rule on the fine request, but he appeared unmoved by Trump defense lawyer Todd Blanche's arguments that Trump was responding to political attacks, not intimidating witnesses. "You've presented nothing," Merchan said. "I've asked you eight, or nine times, show me the exact post he was responding to. You've not even been able to do that once." "I have to tell you right now, you're losing all credibility with the court," the judge added. After the session, Trump repeated his claim that the gag order violated his constitutional free speech rights, calling the proceedings a “kangaroo court”. On Tuesday, the first trial witness, former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker, testified that he used his supermarket tabloid to suppress stories that might have hurt Trump's 2016 presidential bid.
Up Next
- 01:06Analyst: Trump 'lucky' contempt order not more severeReuters VideosSTORY: The former president is in court for the second day of his trial on charges he falsified business records to cover up a $130,000 payment before the 2016 election to buy port star Stormy Daniels' silence about a sexual encounter she says they had in 2006. Vida Johnson, an associate law professor at Georgetown University, said that Trump is likely the beneficiary of his wealth and power, and that a less privileged citizen could have already faced penalties as severe as imprisonment. Judge Juan Merchan is considering whether Trump should be punished for violating a gag order that prevents him from criticizing witnesses and others involved in the case. Prosecutors are asking Merchan to fine Trump for criticizing Stormy Daniels and his former lawyer Michael Cohen, both of whom are expected to testify. They also have highlighted Trump's claim last week that people were lying to get on the jury so they could convict him. Merchan could opt to fine Trump $1,000 for each of those violations, as Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's office has requested. Those fines, Georgetown Law’s Vida Johnson told Reuters, are relatively mild. “It is absolutely common in courthouses around the country for judges when they use their contempt power, to hold people in contempt of court and they face jail time,” she said. “It appears to me that Trump is the beneficiary of any politics that might be at play. And I think those politics are that he's a wealthy person with a lot of power, and that's why both the prosecutors haven't asked for more serious sanctions.” Justice Merchan said on Tuesday he would not immediately rule on the fine request, but he appeared unmoved by Trump defense lawyer Todd Blanche's arguments that Trump was responding to political attacks, not intimidating witnesses. "You've presented nothing," Merchan said. "I've asked you eight, or nine times, show me the exact post he was responding to. You've not even been able to do that once." "I have to tell you right now, you're losing all credibility with the court," the judge added. After the session, Trump repeated his claim that the gag order violated his constitutional free speech rights, calling the proceedings a “kangaroo court”. On Tuesday, the first trial witness, former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker, testified that he used his supermarket tabloid to suppress stories that might have hurt Trump's 2016 presidential bid.3 hours ago
- 00:44Trump hosts former Japan PM Aso in New YorkReuters VideosSTORY: During the reception, Trump sent a message to the people of Japan, saying that their country was "doing very well" and that he missed Shinzo Abo, the former prime minister who was assassinated in 2022. Japan has been trying to connect with people close to Trump ahead of the U.S. election on November 5, reflecting concerns that if he wins, the former president could reinstate protectionist trade measures or take other steps that could hurt the Japanese economy or affect the strong defence ties with the United States. The Trump-Aso meeting came two weeks after U.S. President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida unveiled plans for military cooperation and a series of projects to strengthen the U.S.-Japan alliance. The meeting was the latest effort by a foreign country to strengthen ties with Trump, with polls suggesting he and Biden are in a tight race. Aso, 83, is a former prime minister who currently serves as vice president of the Liberal Democratic Party. He served as deputy prime minister under the late Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who forged a close relationship with Trump during his presidency, and has decades of experience shaping US-Japan relations.7 hours ago
- 02:02Biden outpaces Trump in March fundraisingCBS News VideosNew filings with the Federal Election Commission are giving insight into how much money the Biden and Trump campaigns have on hand. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall joins "America Decides" to look at the numbers.9 hours ago
- 03:09Former National Enquirer publisher details alleged "catch and kill" scheme in Trump trialCBS News VideosDavid Pecker, the former publisher of the National Enquirer, detailed an alleged "catch and kill" scheme in which his paper would buy the rights to damaging stories about former President Donald Trump during his 2016 campaign and never publish them. Pecker testified it was this scheme that ultimately led to the payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels. Robert Costa reports.9 hours ago
- 01:29Biden blasts Florida's 6-week abortion ban, blames Trump for 'this nightmare'Associated Press VideosPresident Joe Biden traveled to Florida Tuesday to condemn the state's upcoming 6-week abortion ban and blame rival Donald Trump for that law as well as other restrictions across the country that have imperiled access to care for pregnant women.12 hours ago
- 01:02Donald Trump assails gag order as day two of his hush money trial wraps upAssociated Press VideosDay two of Donald Trump's hush money trial in New York wrapped up Tuesday afternoon with the former president once again railing against the gag order that he's already been accused of violating multiple times.14 hours ago
- 01:21Biden defends abortion access in high-profile speech in Trump's home state of FloridaABC News VideosPresident Joe Biden traveled to Tampa, Florida, on Tuesday to deliver remarks on abortion access and "reproductive freedoms."15 hours ago
- 01:43Trump poised to clinch $1.3 billion stock awardReuters VideosSTORY: Donald Trump’s legal fees may be rising, but so is his personal wealth. The former president on Tuesday was set to secure a stock bonus worth $1.3 billion, thanks to Trump Media & Technology Group, which operates his social media app Truth Social. The award would take Trump’s overall stake in the company to $4.1 billion. While Trump has agreed not to sell any of his shares before September, the windfall represents a significant boost to his wealth, which Forbes pegs at $4.7 billion. The bonus reflects the exuberant trading in Trump Media’s shares, which have been on a roller coaster ride since the company listed on the Nasdaq last month through a merger with a special purpose acquisition company, or SPAC. Many shares were snapped up by speculators and those supporting the Republican's 2024 presidential bid against Democrat Joe Biden. Under the terms of the deal, Trump is entitled to the stock bonus if the share price stays above $17.50 for 20 trading days after the company's debut. The stock ended Monday’s session at slightly more than double that price, making it likely that Trump will secure the bonus at Tuesday’s market close. LSEG data shows that Trump Media, which disclosed millions of dollars in losses earlier this month, has the highest valuation multiple compared to U.S. companies with a similar market cap. The high valuation also comes despite the company warning investors in regulatory filings that its operational losses raise "substantial doubt" about its ability to remain in business.16 hours ago
- 01:10In brief remarks ahead of trial, Trump urges Pennsylvanians to voteAssociated Press VideosDonald Trump arrived at a New York courthouse as the National Enquirer's former publisher is expected to return to the stand in Trump's historic hush money trial, the first-ever criminal trial against a former U.S. president.19 hours ago
- 01:32Eye Opener: The first witness in Trump's criminal hush money trial returns for Day 2CBS News VideosThe first witness in former President Donald Trump's criminal hush money trial is back on the stand on Tuesday. Also, more arrests at protests at colleges across the country after incidents of antisemitism. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.19 hours ago
- 02:51First witness takes the stand in Donald Trump’s New York criminal trialCBS News VideosFormer National Enquirer Publisher David Pecker was the first witness prosecutors called to the stand Monday. He will return to testify Tuesday. Prior to testimony, the first order of business Tuesday is a hearing over whether Trump should be held in contempt of court for defying a gag order.21 hours ago
- 02:57What to know as Trump’s criminal trial continuesCBS News VideosCBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman discusses the first day of the Trump trial and what to expect as testimony continues.21 hours ago
- 01:00Lawyers to cite Nixon case during Supreme Court arguments about immunity of former President TrumpAssociated Press VideosLawyers will cite a civil case involving President Richard Nixon during US Supreme Court arguments about whether former President Donald Trump is immune from prosecution for actions taken while in office.21 hours ago
- 03:20Trump speaks ahead of gag order hearingABC News VideosFormer President Donald Trump addressed Joe Biden's response to university protests over the war in Gaza.23 hours ago
- 01:56Trump gag order hearingABC News VideosProsecutors in the former president's hush-money trial are requesting he be held in contempt, claiming Trump violated a gag order 10 times. ABC News' Em Nguyen reports.1 day ago
- 04:27Donald Trump Hush-Money Case: Meet the Key PlayersWSJA few key individuals connected to the Donald Trump hush-money case were critical to the criminal charges against the former president. Here’s what you need to know about the players involved. Illustration: Ryan Trefes1 day ago
- 02:47Opening statements, first witness called in Trump "hush money" trialCBS News VideosProsecutors alleged in their opening statement that former President Trump committed election interference and falsified business records to pay off adult film star Stormy Daniels in the leadup to the 2016 election. Trump's defense attorneys, however, claimed that no crime was committed. Robert Costa has more on the start of the "hush money" trial.1 day ago
- 04:56How Trump reshaped the GOP, and what it could mean for the nation's futureCBS News VideosA new book titled "Finish What We Started: The MAGA Movement's Ground War to End Democracy" examines the origins, evolution and future of the "Make America Great Again" movement. Author and Washington Post reporter Isaac Arnsdorf joins "America Decides" to discuss what went into the book.1 day ago
- 03:12Prosecutors call first witness in Trump's hush money trialABC News VideosPlus, ABC News' Linsey Davis speaks with ABC News Legal Analyst Kim Wehle about opening statements in former President Donald Trump's hush money trial.1 day ago
- 01:43Trump tried to ‘corrupt’ the 2016 election, prosecutor alleges as hush money trial gets underwayAssociated Press VideosThe start of opening statements in Donald Trump's hush money trial set the stage for weeks of testimony about the former president’s personal life and places his legal troubles at the center of his closely contested campaign against President Joe Biden.2 days ago
- 01:33Prosecutor for Trump Hush-Money Trial: ‘It Was Election Fraud’WSJDonald Trump’s first criminal trial began with opening statements. Prosecutors alleged the former president tried to hide payments to porn star Stormy Daniels, which Trump denied. Photo: Victor J. Blue/AP2 days ago
- 04:06Prosecutors, Trump attorneys give opening arguments in hush money caseABC News VideosProsecutors called their first witness in the case, former National Enquirer executive David Pecker.2 days ago
- 01:47After first day in the NY hush money trial, Donald Trump says the day's hearing 'went very well'Associated Press VideosOpening statements in Donald Trump's hush money trial set the stage for weeks of testimony about the former president’s personal life and places his legal troubles at the center of his closely contested campaign against President Joe Biden.2 days ago
- 03:26Why is David Pecker's testimony important in Trump's trial?CBS News VideosDavid Pecker, the former CEO of American Media Inc., the parent company of the National Enquirer, testified Monday in Donald Trump's criminal "hush money" trial. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe breaks down the significance of Pecker's testimony.2 days ago
- 01:55Opening statements underway in Donald Trump's hush money criminal trialAssociated Press VideosFor the first time in history, prosecutors are presenting a criminal case against a former American president to a jury as they accuse Donald Trump of a hush money scheme aimed at preventing damaging stories about his personal life from being public. (AP Video: David R. Martin)2 days ago
Aug 1, 2023 · Former President Trump has been indicted for his role in attempting to overturn the results of the 2020 election, an effort that reached a bloody crescendo on Jan. 6, 2021. Here's what we're...
Nov 7, 2023 · Trump’s testimony at times mimicked his appearances on the campaign trail, where the former president has made the four criminal cases against him – along with the New York attorney general’s...
Jun 12, 2023 · 9:39 a.m. ET, June 13, 2023. Our live coverage of the federal indictment against former President Donald Trump has moved here. 7:29 p.m. ET, June 12, 2023. Trump is expected to appear in...
1 day ago · Donald Trump has lost a bid to pause a string of lawsuits accusing him of inciting the U.S. Capitol attack, while the former president fights his 2020 election interference criminal case in Washington.
14 hours ago · Donald Trump could be held in contempt of court and fined if the judge rules he violated a gag order. Former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker is then expected to continue his testimony.