Justice

Trump To Pay $83 Million For Defamation
01 Feb

Trump To Pay $83 Million For Defamation

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A tremor ran through the American legal and social landscape on Friday as a New York jury hammered Donald Trump with a resounding $83.3 million verdict in favor of writer E. Jean Carroll. The jury found Trump liable for defaming Carroll after she accused him of sexual assault, adding to the $5 million award she received last year in another defamation case related to the same claim. The total sum Trump now owes stands at a staggering $88.3 million. The two-week trial captivated the nation, reigniting discussions about the #MeToo movement and the ever-evolving legal landscape surrounding powerful figures accused…
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Donald Trump Argues In An American Court To Be Above The Law
17 Jan

Donald Trump Argues In An American Court To Be Above The Law

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In a contentious legal battle that has captured the nation's attention, former disgraced President Donald Trump is making a bold claim in court—arguing that he should be exempt from all criminal liability for actions taken during his tenure. This assertion raises significant concerns about its potential impact on a democratic society built on the rule of law. Trump's legal strategy centers on the notion that, as a former president, he should enjoy immunity from prosecution. This assertion, if successful, would fundamentally challenge the core principles that underpin a democratic society. At its essence, democracy insists that all individuals, regardless of…
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Sandra Day O’Connor: Trailblazer in American Legal History
03 Dec

Sandra Day O’Connor: Trailblazer in American Legal History

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Sandra Day O'Connor, the first woman to serve as a Supreme Court Justice in the United States, passed away on November 30, 2023. Her life and career left an indelible mark on American legal history, shaping the course of the nation's judiciary and breaking gender barriers. Born on March 26, 1930, in El Paso, Texas, O'Connor grew up on the Lazy B Ranch near Duncan, Arizona. Her upbringing in the sparsely populated and rugged region instilled in her a sense of resilience and determination that would define her future pursuits. O'Connor's journey into the legal realm began at Stanford University,…
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