‘Because I said so’: 5 takeaways from the Fauci hearing
Anthony Fauci, former director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, was grilled for 14 hours by the coronavirus pandemic subcommittee in January. During the lengthy interview, Fauci acknowledged that he was unaware of any scientific studies showing that mask wearing on children was effective or that the six-foot social distancing guidelines that […]
Five takeaways on Trump trial closing arguments
The moment of truth is approaching for former President Trump after the defense and prosecution delivered closing arguments at his trial in New York on Tuesday. The court hearing extended well beyond its usual end time to hear nearly five hours of closing statements, first from Todd Blanche, for Trump’s defense, and then from Joshua […]
Who’s on Jordi Fernandez’s new Nets coaching staff? Our takeaways
Much of the outside buzz surrounding the Nets has centered around acquiring Donovan Mitchell, and will likely continue to do so until the superstar signs a contract extension with Cleveland or is traded to another team. But what about within the Nets organization? Everything they say, and more importantly, everything they do, still points to […]
Dow tumbles, S&P 500 flashing a warning signal: Market takeaways – Yahoo Finance
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) fell 605 points on Thursday, driven mainly by a selloff in Boeing (BA) shares, which tumbled more than 7% after the company’s CFO warned about draining cash flow. Yahoo Finance Jared Brickley I’m sharing my market analysis for May 23rd, including why the S&P 500 (^GSPC) may be showing […]
Five takeaways from races in Oregon, Kentucky, Georgia, California and Idaho
Voters in multiple states headed to the polls Tuesday, focusing on key races in Oregon, Georgia, Kentucky and Idaho. November matchups are set to be certain in many closely watched House races, while President Biden and former President Trump won their respective party primaries in Kentucky and Oregon. At the same time, California voters elected […]
Michael Cohen trouble, judicial fireworks: 5 takeaways from the Trump trial
Prosecutors on Monday adjourned their case in former President Trump’s New York criminal court. Michael Cohen, President Trump’s former lawyer-turned-enemy, was the prosecution’s final witness. Cohen’s testimony dominated last week. He endured another tough moment Monday. The defense is currently shortlisting witnesses. Closing arguments are likely to be held next week. Trump becomes the first […]
Giants 2024 NFL schedule takeaways: Easiest, toughest games
Let’s take a look at the Giants’ 2024 schedule. 3 Toughest Games Week 13 in Dallas Thanksgiving is supposed to be a day spent with family and friends, but if things go well for the Giants, this year’s holiday could be the day their heads are handed over in Arlington, Texas. The Giants have lost […]
Angela Alsobrooks prevails in Maryland Senate primary: Five takeaways
Prince George’s County Executive Angela Allbrooks defeated Rep. David Tron (D-Md.) in the Maryland Senate Democratic primary on Tuesday, becoming the first Black woman to represent the Old Line State in the Senate. Another step closer. But first she must defeat popular former Gov. Larry Hogan (R), which is by no means certain. Both men […]
False invoices and why Michael Cohen flipped: Trump trial key takeaways, day 17 | Donald Trump trials
1. Cohen told jurors about the false invoices and checks. The day began with prosecutor Susan Hoffinger tediously having Cohen count the 11 false invoices he submitted in 2017 and the checks he subsequently received as a result. Mr. Hoffinger asked Mr. Cohen whether he had misrepresented each check and invoice as being for legal […]
Trump nemesis Michael Cohen testifies: 5 takeaways
Former President Trump’s nemesis in his New York trial took the stand Monday. Michael Cohen worked as Trump’s lawyer and fixer for more than a decade. Cohen once famously said he would be willing to take a bullet for Trump. Cohen became a vocal critic of the former president after he himself pleaded guilty to […]