Category: Legal News
Jury deliberations are ongoing in the murder trial of Megan Boswell on the eighth day.
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Source: WCYB
Update At: 2/14/2025
Ex-House Speaker Michael Madigan's defense argues for dismissal of 14 indictment counts based on a recent Supreme Court decision that clarified the federal bribery statute. The decision impacts the case by requiring proof of a corrupt state of mind and a quid pro quo. The defense claims prosecutors failed to show corrupt intent. The Supreme Court's ruling has significant implications for Chicago's political corruption cases.
Chicago Tribune
A recent US Supreme Court opinion has impacted Illinois public-corruption cases involving former state House Speaker Mike Madigan, leading to lawyers seeking acquittals or new trials based on the court's interpretation of bribery and gratuities statutes.
Bloomberg Law News
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Law360
Judge Aileen Cannon dismissed Jack Smith's classified documents prosecution of former President Donald Trump due to unconstitutional appointment and funding issues. The dismissal is at odds with previous court rulings, and the Justice Department plans to appeal. The timing of the ruling benefits Trump politically, and the case is unlikely to go to trial before the election.
CNN
Judge Cannon dismissed the strongest criminal case against former President Trump, centered on national secrets and alleged obstruction. Recent high court decisions on obstruction and presidential immunity have impacted the case. The dismissal ensures no trial before the election or Biden leaves office.
The Washington Post
The judge indefinitely delayed the trial of Sen. Bob Menendez's wife, Nadine Menendez, who is undergoing cancer treatments. The delay was granted to allow her to focus on her health and recovery.
NBC News
Jury in Sen. Bob Menendez bribery trial has reached a verdict, to be read in court soon, court spokesperson says
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The bribery case of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez has reached a verdict. Menendez's lawyer cited patriotism as a reason to acquit his client, emphasizing that the government failed to prove wrongdoing. The defense argued against the prosecutors' claims of accepting bribes, highlighting the lack of evidence. The trial involves allegations of accepting cash and gold from businessmen in exchange for official favors.
NBC New York
Second day of jury deliberations underway in Sen. Bob Menendez corruption trial. The trial of Nadine Menendez, the wife of Sen. Menendez, has been postponed indefinitely due to her recovery from breast cancer surgery. The jury is unaware of her health issues.
CBS News
A jury deliberating over 18 charges at the bribery trial of Sen. Bob Menendez in New York City asked the judge if unanimity is required to acquit on a single count. The jurors sent notes seeking clarification on the voting process, and the trial is in its 10th week.
WHYY