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Closing arguments for Donald Trump's criminal trial could rest its case as soon as May 21 after a pivotal testimony from Michael Cohen.

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Trump trial recap: Legal analysts call Cohen cross-examination ‘damning’

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As the New York criminal trial of former President Donald Trump enters its sixth week, the prosecution is expected to rest its case as soon as Monday, May 20. Over the past five weeks, prosecutors have presented testimony from 19 witnesses, with Michael Cohen, Trump’s former lawyer and fixer, serving as their key witness. The cross-examination of Cohen on Thursday, May 16, proved to be a pivotal moment, with legal analysts widely agreeing that it was one of Trump’s strongest days in court thus far. Throughout the trial, jurors have heard a variety of testimonies. David Pecker, the former publisher…

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The first shipment of humanitarian aid for civilians in Gaza to use the United States’ newly built pier made its way into the territory.

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Humanitarian aid begins entering Gaza via US-built pier
President Biden issued a challenge to former President Trump asking for a debate. News outlets are responding to the debate differently.

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Unconventional Trump-Biden debate receives partisan criticism
Russian President Vladimir Putin travels to China as he looks to strengthen ties between the two countries.

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Putin meets with Xi in China as leaders look to strengthen ties
The Justice Department targets AI election crimes with tougher penalties as AI threats grow ahead of the 2024 presidential election.

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DOJ cracks down on AI threats ahead of 2024 election
President Biden has challenged former President Trump to a debate, which Trump quickly accepted on Wednesday.

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Biden challenges Trump to debates, Trump accepts. First one set for June 27
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is the first third-party candidate in decades to pull in significant support in the polls. Who is he gaining support from?

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RFK Jr. gains on ballot access, poll shows third-party impact on election
Both Biden and Trump believe raising tariffs on China is a winning move, especially in battleground states. But is it good for everyone?

Tariffs 101: Is raising tariffs on China a win for Americans?
New polls show former President Trump leading President Biden in five key battleground states with less than six months until the election.

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Poll: Trump leads in 5 of 6 battleground states Biden won in 2020
Michael Cohen, the one-time lawyer for Donald Trump, took the stand in the former president’s criminal trial.

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Cohen testifies Trump said ‘just do it’ about payment to Daniels
Former President Donald Trump said he will use an executive order to halt offshore wind projects on "day one" of his presidency if reelected.

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Trump vows to target offshore wind if reelected, citing environmental concerns
Michael Cohen, the one-time lawyer of Donald Trump, is set to take the stand in the former president’s criminal trial.

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Michael Cohen expected to take the stand in Donald Trump’s criminal trial
One man acquitted in the plan to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D, in 2020 is running for county sheriff.

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Man acquitted in Michigan Gov. Whitmer kidnapping plot runs for sheriff
After hours of testimony by Stormy Daniels, lawyers for former President Donald Trump requested a mistrial.

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Judge denies Donald Trump’s request for mistrial after Stormy Daniels concludes testimony
A new House bill is reigniting the debate over whether noncitizens voting in U.S. elections is a big issue.

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Is a bill to require proof of citizenship for voting necessary?
A new poll from the Associated Press shows that most Americans' don't trust news outlets to report accurate information on Election Day.

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Poll: Most Americans ‘very’ concerned over media’s election night coverage
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his presidential campaign are accusing Meta of censorship after his latest campaign ad was blocked on Sunday. Meta maintains it was a mistake.

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Amid battle for exposure, RFK Jr. accuses Big Tech of censoring latest ad
Sen. Bernie Sanders, D-Vt., announced he is running for re-election in 2024. He is 82, and will be 88 at the end of a potential new term.

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Sanders’ reelection bid reignites debate over age limits for elected officials
Polls show more than half of election workers are concerned for their safety heading into the 2024 election season.

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Election workers express safety concerns as Trump unveils plan to monitor polls
Former President Donald Trump and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, R, met in Miami to discuss fundraising strategies.

Trump holds private meeting with former GOP rival DeSantis
Several people, including an infant, are killed after dozens of tornadoes sweep through the Midwest and Oklahoma.

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Several dead after tornadoes sweep through Midwest
Biden is running a campaign ad in the 2024 NFL draft that shows him with the Kansas City Chiefs and Donald Trump calling football boring.

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Biden uses NFL draft ad to try to connect with young voters
Donald Trump's allies are drawing up plans to dull the Federal Reserve’s independence if Trump wins another term, according to a WSJ report.

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Trump vs. Fed: Allies plan for Trump to have more control over interest rates
Developments in former President Donald Trump's legal cases take us to a New York City courtroom and the U.S. Supreme Court

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Testimony continues in Trump criminal trial as Supreme Court debates immunity
An Arizona state grand jury has indicted 18 people, including key Trump advisers Rudy Giuliani and Mark Meadows, as well as a group of so-called “fake electors,” as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged efforts to overturn Joe Biden’s 2020 presidential election victory in the state.

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Arizona grand jury indicts 18 in alleged 2020 fake elector scheme tied to Trump