Trump News for Monday, March 20, 2023
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Trump Grand Jury Hears From Likely Final Witness on Hush-Money Payment
The Wall Street Journal
Lawyer testifies at request of Trump legal team, says key prosecution witness is unreliable
Mar 20, 2023, 11:35 PM
Donald Trump Ready to Surrender 'Loud and Proud,' His Lawyer Says
Newsweek
Trump will not "cower" from an "all-out war" but will surrender if arraigned in New York, according to his lawyer Joe Tacopina.
Mar 20, 2023, 11:34 PM
Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg saw case against Trump as potentially "charge ready" years ago
CBS News
In a 2020 interview with CBS News, Alvin Bragg, then a Democratic candidate for Manhattan district attorney, shared some thoughts about the probe into then-President Trump and his former "fixer," Michael Cohen.
Mar 20, 2023, 11:11 PM
Cohen rips pro-Trump witness, says his testimony was not needed Monday
The Hill
Michael Cohen, ex-personal attorney to Donald Trump, said his testimony was not needed on Monday as a rebuttal witness after the Manhattan grand jury investigating the former president over the hush-money payment to Stormy Daniels heard testimony from a pro-Trump lawyer. “I did not,” Cohen said when asked by MSNBC host Ari Melber whether he…
Mar 20, 2023, 11:09 PM
Former legal adviser to Michael Cohen tries to discredit him in grand jury testimony
POLITICO
“If they want to go after Donald Trump and they have solid evidence, so be it. But Michael Cohen is far from solid evidence,” Robert Costello said.
Mar 20, 2023, 11:06 PM
Judge in Trump case in Fulton County reflects on case: "It's different"
CBS News
For roughly eight months, Fulton County Superior Court Judge Robert McBurney oversaw the special purpose grand jury.
Mar 20, 2023, 11:03 PM
"Significant increase" in threats online ahead of possible Trump indictment
CBS News
Domestic violent extremists have warned that a possible Trump indictment would be met with violence.
Mar 20, 2023, 11:00 PM
WSJ Opinion: The Political Ramifications of a Donald Trump Indictment
Yahoo Canada Finance
Review and Outlook: An indictment of a former President must be for serious offenses with indisputable evidence, not the revival of a seven-year-old case by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. Images: Reuters/AP Composite: Mark Kelly
Mar 20, 2023, 10:59 PM
House Republicans demand testimony, docs about Trump probe from Manhattan district attorney
CBS News
The GOP chairs of three House committees accused Alvin Bragg of preparing to to "engage in an unprecedented abuse of prosecutorial authority."
Mar 20, 2023, 10:59 PM
Trump is using the news of his looming indictment to fundraise on Truth Social, asking supporters to help 'take back our Country'
Yahoo Canada Finance
Trump asked his followers who are "doing well, which was made possible through the great policies of the Trump Administration," to send donations.
Mar 20, 2023, 10:50 PM
Donald Trump indictment would be unprecedented
CP24 Toronto
The decision whether to indict former President Donald Trump over hush-money payments made on his behalf during his 2016 presidential campaign lies in the hands of a Manhattan grand jury that has been hearing evidence in secret for weeks.
Mar 20, 2023, 10:48 PM
Trump indictment looms closer in NY; grand jurors in Stormy Daniels 'hush-money' probe expected back Wednesday
Yahoo Canada Finance
Michael Cohen waited in vain Monday to be called as the final, rebuttal witness. The grand jury is not expected to meet again until Wednesday.
Mar 20, 2023, 10:44 PM
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Trump indictment would be unprecedented moment in US history
Chicago Tribune
An indictment of Trump, who is seeking the White House again in 2024, would be an unprecedented moment in American history, the first criminal case against a former U.S. president.
Mar 20, 2023, 10:41 PM
The Stormy Daniels story is a lot of things, but it’s primarily a reminder of how unfit Trump is
Washington Examiner
There are a lot of different ways to react to the rumors that former President Donald Trump is about to be indicted. Because we have a 24/7 media and endless content, every single possible reaction will be expressed these days, and there is room for all of them.
Mar 20, 2023, 10:39 PM
Will Donald Trump Be Arrested? Everything to Know About His Possible Indictment in Stormy Daniels Case
Yahoo News
As Trump (and his businesses) are facing legal challenges on several fronts, here's a guide to his pending indictment involving a $130,000 hush money payment to ex-porn actress Daniels
Mar 20, 2023, 10:31 PM
Four Oath Keepers members convicted of obstruction in January 6 trial
The Guardian
The four were also convicted of conspiracy stemming from an insurrection at the Capitol in failed effort to keep Trump in office
Mar 20, 2023, 10:26 PM
Trump-Linked Stock Sees Trading Halted in Volatile Swing
Newsweek
Shares of the Trump-aligned Digital World Acquisition Corp. surged in value on Monday amid speculation the former president could soon be indicted.
Mar 20, 2023, 10:24 PM
House GOP demands info from NY prosecutor about Trump case
The Associated Press
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — House Republicans rallied to the defense of former President Donald Trump before his possible indictment , demanding that the Manhattan district attorney who is investigating him turn over documents and come for an interview.
Mar 20, 2023, 10:08 PM
Liberal Manhattan DA takes on Trump in perilous legal fight
POLITICO
Progressive policies pushed by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg have made him a convenient target for Trump, who has a history of claiming bias by those investigating him.
Mar 20, 2023, 9:34 PM
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Far-right activists wary of 'trap' after Trump calls for protests
Reuters
Former President Donald Trump's call to supporters to protest what he said was his imminent arrest provoked conspiracy-fueled debate on far-right social media platforms on Monday, with some supporters fearing an elaborate government trap to arrest them.
Mar 20, 2023, 9:29 PM
Donald Trump Takes To Truth Social For All-Caps Rant Ahead Of Potential Indictment
Mashable India
A classic DJT meltdown.
Mar 20, 2023, 9:18 PM
House GOP turns knives on Manhattan DA over potential Trump arrest
The Hill
ORLANDO, Fla. — House Republicans are taking aim at Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg (D) as former President Trump teases his own imminent arrest stemming from Bragg’s investigation into hush-money payments ahead of the 2016 election. Republicans are backing up Trump’s outrage about a “witch hunt” — a familiar talking point since he ascended to…
Mar 20, 2023, 9:17 PM
Trump Warns DeSantis He Could Be Next to Face 'False Accusations'
Newsweek
A rumor alleging that DeSantis partied with underage girls while working as a high school teacher in Georgia resurfaced on Monday.
Mar 20, 2023, 8:39 PM
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New York City braces for possible Trump indictment after former president urges protests
The Irish Times
Criminal case would involve alleged payment of ‘hush money’ over affair during 2016 campaign
Mar 20, 2023, 8:34 PM
Time's up: Trump has dodged prosecution his whole life, but Judgment Day is coming
Salon
Trump has devoted his entire career to avoiding consequences. He's very good at it — but maybe not good enough
Mar 20, 2023, 8:00 PM