With less than six months left for the United States presidential elections, it seems like the country will witness a close race between former President Donald Trump and his successor Joe Biden, yet again. A recent survey, on Monday (May 13) suggested that Trump has maintained his narrow lead in five key battleground states with voters expressing their discontent with Biden’s handling of the economy and the war in Gaza.&nbsp;

<h2>What did the poll find?</h2>

The survey conducted by The New York Times, Siena College and The Philadelphia Inquirer found that Trump was leading among registered voters in five of the six key states – Michigan (49 per cent to 42 per cent), Arizona (49 per cent to 42 per cent), Nevada (50 per cent to 38 per cent), Georgia (49 per cent to 39 per cent) and Pennsylvania (47 per cent to 44 per cent).&nbsp;

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According to the report, the incumbent president has a narrow lead among registered voters in only one battleground state, Wisconsin with 47 per cent to 45 per cent. Notably, Biden had secured a victory in all six states in the last presidential election in 2020.&nbsp;

The NYT report noted that the results have remained “mostly unchanged” since the last series of polls in November. Since then, one of the four criminal cases against Trump went to trial in Manhattan, while Biden’s campaign poured tens of millions of dollars in advertisements across the key states.&nbsp;

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The polls show that issues like the rising cost of living, immigration, Israel’s war in Gaza and a desire for change have affected the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee’s campaign. Nearly 70 per cent of voters believe the American political and economic systems need major changes or “even to be torn down entirely.”

Biden and Trump are mostly tied among young (18-to-29-year-olds) and Hispanic voters, according to the poll.&nbsp;

Notably, the former president has surprisingly gained the support of more than 20 per cent of Black voters – the highest level of Black support for any Republican presidential candidate since 1964.&nbsp;

<h2>Robert F Kennedy Jr to sway the election?</h2>

The latest poll also found that independent Robert F Kennedy Jr’s candidacy has the potential to sway the election. According to the report, Kennedy Jr won an average of 10 per cent of the vote across the six states.&nbsp;

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Earlier surveys had suggested that Kennedy Jr, who is a part of the country’s most famous Democratic family, could win more votes than Biden. However, more recent reports suggest that he could hurt Trump’s campaign.&nbsp;

Notably, the candidacy of the nephew of 35th US President John F Kennedy had been opposed by his entire family, who have since voiced their support for Biden.&nbsp;

Kennedy Jr, the anti-vaccine activist, according to his campaign has qualified to appear on the ballots in Michigan, California and Utah.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
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With less than six months left for the United States presidential elections, it seems like the country will witness a close race between former President Donald Trump and his successor Joe Biden, yet again.

With less than six months left for the United States presidential elections, it seems like the country will witness a close race between former President Donald Trump and his successor Joe Biden, yet again. A recent survey, on Monday (May 13) suggested that Trump has maintained his narrow lead in five key battleground states with voters expressing their discontent with Biden’s handling of the economy and the war in Gaza. What did the poll find? The survey conducted by The New York Times, Siena College and The Philadelphia Inquirer found that Trump was leading among registered voters in five of the six key states – Michigan (49 per cent to 42 per cent), Arizona (49 per cent to 42 per cent), Nevada (50 per cent to 38 per cent), Georgia (49 per cent to 39 per cent) and Pennsylvania (47 per cent to 44 per cent). WATCH | US Presidential elections: Will thoughts become actions? According to the report, the incumbent president has a narrow lead among registered voters in only one battleground state, Wisconsin with 47 per cent to 45 per cent. Notably, Biden had secured a victory in all six states in the last presidential election in 2020. The NYT report noted that the results have remained “mostly unchanged” since the last series of polls in November. Since then, one of the four criminal cases against Trump went to trial in Manhattan, while Biden’s campaign poured tens of millions of dollars in advertisements across the key states. Also Read | Hush money trial: ‘Bullied people to accomplish Trump’s tasks,’ admits ex-lawyer Michael Cohen The polls show that issues like the rising cost of living, immigration, Israel’s war in Gaza and a desire for change have affected the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee’s campaign. Nearly 70 per cent of voters believe the American political and economic systems need major changes or “even to be torn down entirely.” Biden and Trump are mostly tied among young (18-to-29-year-olds) and Hispanic voters, according to the poll. Notably, the former president has surprisingly gained the support of more than 20 per cent of Black voters – the highest level of Black support for any Republican presidential candidate since 1964. Robert F Kennedy Jr to sway the election? The latest poll also found that independent Robert F Kennedy Jr’s candidacy has the potential to sway the election. According to the report, Kennedy Jr won an average of 10 per cent of the vote across the six states. Also Read | 'Inject a little bleach': Biden roasts Trump's COVID cure at election fundraiser Earlier surveys had suggested that Kennedy Jr, who is a part of the country’s most famous Democratic family, could win more votes than Biden. However, more recent reports suggest that he could hurt Trump’s campaign. Notably, the candidacy of the nephew of 35th US President John F Kennedy had been opposed by his entire family, who have since voiced their support for Biden. Kennedy Jr, the anti-vaccine activist, according to his campaign has qualified to appear on the ballots in Michigan, California and Utah. (With inputs from agencies)

US presidential election: Trump maintains lead over Biden in five key battleground states, shows poll

Voting for the fourth phase of India Lok Sabha elections is underway across 96 parliamentary constituencies in nine states and one union territory.

US&nbsp;Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned that a full-scale Israeli offensive in Rafah, Gaza, could result in chaos without effectively dismantling Hamas.&nbsp;

In other news, Elon Musk's social media platform X has successfully contested a legal directive from an Australian online watchdog that sought a global ban on videos that show a church stabbing.

Meanwhile, Michael Cohen, once a close legal aide to Donald Trump, will soon take the stand as a primary witness against him in the ongoing hush money trial.

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Voting for the fourth of India's seven-phase elections is being held on Monday (May 13) across 96 parliamentary constituencies in nine states and one union territory. Alongside, all 175 constituencies of the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly and 28 seats of the Odisha Legislative Assembly are going to polls where chief ministers Jagan Mohan Reddy and Naveen Patnaik are seeking re-election.&nbsp;

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The United States (US) Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Sunday (May 12) that an all-out Israeli offensive in the Gaza Strip's Rafah would provoke "anarchy" without eliminating Hamas.&nbsp;"Israel's on the trajectory, potentially, to inherit an insurgency with many armed Hamas left, or if it leaves, a vacuum filled by chaos, filled by anarchy and probably refilled by Hamas," Blinken told CBS News.

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Elon Musk-owned X won a legal battle against the Australian online watchdog over imposing a global ban on dozens of videos shared of the church stabbing incident, which have been shared and circulated on the social media platform.

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Voting for the fourth phase of India Lok Sabha elections is underway across 96 parliamentary constituencies in nine states and one union territory. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned that a full-scale Israeli offensive in Rafah, Gaza, could result in chaos without effectively dismantling Hamas.

Voting for the fourth phase of India Lok Sabha elections is underway across 96 parliamentary constituencies in nine states and one union territory. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned that a full-scale Israeli offensive in Rafah, Gaza, could result in chaos without effectively dismantling Hamas. In other news, Elon Musk's social media platform X has successfully contested a legal directive from an Australian online watchdog that sought a global ban on videos that show a church stabbing. Meanwhile, Michael Cohen, once a close legal aide to Donald Trump, will soon take the stand as a primary witness against him in the ongoing hush money trial. Click on the headlines to read more Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Phase 4 voting underway with bigwigs vying for wins Voting for the fourth of India's seven-phase elections is being held on Monday (May 13) across 96 parliamentary constituencies in nine states and one union territory. Alongside, all 175 constituencies of the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly and 28 seats of the Odisha Legislative Assembly are going to polls where chief ministers Jagan Mohan Reddy and Naveen Patnaik are seeking re-election. Gaza war: Israel's Rafah offensive will provoke 'anarchy' without eliminating Hamas, says Blinken The United States (US) Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Sunday (May 12) that an all-out Israeli offensive in the Gaza Strip's Rafah would provoke "anarchy" without eliminating Hamas. "Israel's on the trajectory, potentially, to inherit an insurgency with many armed Hamas left, or if it leaves, a vacuum filled by chaos, filled by anarchy and probably refilled by Hamas," Blinken told CBS News. Elon Musk's X wins legal battle over ban on church stabbing video Elon Musk-owned X won a legal battle against the Australian online watchdog over imposing a global ban on dozens of videos shared of the church stabbing incident, which have been shared and circulated on the social media platform. Michael Cohen: Key Witness in Donald Trump's trial over hush money Michael Cohen, former President Donald Trump's estranged lawyer, is a key witness for the prosecution in the hush money trial. While his insider knowledge could provide jurors with a crucial perspective on the alleged campaign finance violations, his past legal troubles also raise questions about his credibility. Watch | Nijjar Killing: Fourth accused arrested in connection with Nijjar killing case

Morning news brief: Fourth phase of India Lok Sabha elections; Donald Trump trial, and more

Now as defence was still going through Stormy Daniel's testimony in Donald Trump's hush money trial prosecutors have called their next witness very carefully. Lawyer-turned-foe Michael Cohen has taken the stand. Watch in for more details!

Hush money trial: Trump's fixer-turned-foe to take witness stand

The former United States President Donald Trump lambasted his successor Joe Biden and called him a “total moron” during a rally at Wildwood, New Jersey. Meanwhile, Biden, on Saturday (May 11) called Trump “clearly unhinged” and said “something snapped” after the Republican lost the 2020 presidential elections.&nbsp;

<h2>‘Total moron’</h2>

In true Trump fashion, the former president lashed out during a recent campaign rally with an estimated 80,000-100,000 supporters in attendance on Saturday evening in New Jersey calling Biden the worst president.&nbsp;

“You could take the 10 worst presidents in the history of our country, and add them up... and they haven’t done the damage to our country that this total moron has done,” said the former president.&nbsp;

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He added, “He’s a fool, he’s not a smart man. He never was.” He also promised the hordes of his supporters that he would win New Jersey, a deep blue state that hasn’t voted for a Republican for president since 1988.&nbsp;

In the 90-minute speech, Trump also gave the Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg a new nickname – “Fat Alvin.” The Manhattan DA brought the 34-count indictment against the former president in New York for falsifying business records to cover the hush money payments to porn star Stormy Daniels.

Trump, who has spent weeks sitting in the Manhattan court for his historic criminal trial, also blamed the US president for his many legal woes even though there is no evidence that the US president is involved in the case in any way.&nbsp;

“I am being forced to endure a Biden show trial, all done by Biden,” said Trump, adding that the trial is being carried out by “radical Democrat District Attorney…you know who he is? Fat Alvin, corrupt guy.”

Trump also went off-track and called fictional serial killer Hannibal Lecter, a “wonderful man” and claimed that his rallies drew bigger crowds than Bruce Springsteen concerts.&nbsp;

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The presumptive Republican presidential nominee who is grappling with four indictments also claimed that he has been “indicted more than the great Alphonse Capone,” a violent Prohibition-era mob boss from the city of Chicago.

<h2>‘Unhinged’</h2>

“It’s clear that…when he lost in 2020, something snapped in him,” Biden told supporters at a private fundraiser Saturday, as quoted by CNN.&nbsp;

He added, “He’s not only obsessed with losing in 2020, he’s clearly unhinged. Just listen to what he’s telling people.” 
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The presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Biden said that the upcoming presidential election will be “close” and “we feel good about the state of the race.”&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
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The former United States President Donald Trump lambasted his successor Joe Biden and called him a “total moron” during a rally at Wildwood, New Jersey. Meanwhile, Biden, on Saturday (May 11) called Trump “clearly unhinged” and said “something snapped” after the Republican lost the 2020 presidential elections.

The former United States President Donald Trump lambasted his successor Joe Biden and called him a “total moron” during a rally at Wildwood, New Jersey. Meanwhile, Biden, on Saturday (May 11) called Trump “clearly unhinged” and said “something snapped” after the Republican lost the 2020 presidential elections. ‘Total moron’ In true Trump fashion, the former president lashed out during a recent campaign rally with an estimated 80,000-100,000 supporters in attendance on Saturday evening in New Jersey calling Biden the worst president. “You could take the 10 worst presidents in the history of our country, and add them up... and they haven’t done the damage to our country that this total moron has done,” said the former president. Also Read | ‘Setback for peace talks’: Hamas slams Biden’s call for releasing all hostages in Gaza He added, “He’s a fool, he’s not a smart man. He never was.” He also promised the hordes of his supporters that he would win New Jersey, a deep blue state that hasn’t voted for a Republican for president since 1988. In the 90-minute speech, Trump also gave the Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg a new nickname – “Fat Alvin.” The Manhattan DA brought the 34-count indictment against the former president in New York for falsifying business records to cover the hush money payments to porn star Stormy Daniels. Trump, who has spent weeks sitting in the Manhattan court for his historic criminal trial, also blamed the US president for his many legal woes even though there is no evidence that the US president is involved in the case in any way. “I am being forced to endure a Biden show trial, all done by Biden,” said Trump, adding that the trial is being carried out by “radical Democrat District Attorney…you know who he is? Fat Alvin, corrupt guy.” Trump also went off-track and called fictional serial killer Hannibal Lecter, a “wonderful man” and claimed that his rallies drew bigger crowds than Bruce Springsteen concerts. Also Read | 'Inject a little bleach': Biden roasts Trump's COVID cure at election fundraiser The presumptive Republican presidential nominee who is grappling with four indictments also claimed that he has been “indicted more than the great Alphonse Capone,” a violent Prohibition-era mob boss from the city of Chicago. ‘Unhinged’ “It’s clear that…when he lost in 2020, something snapped in him,” Biden told supporters at a private fundraiser Saturday, as quoted by CNN. He added, “He’s not only obsessed with losing in 2020, he’s clearly unhinged. Just listen to what he’s telling people.” The presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Biden said that the upcoming presidential election will be “close” and “we feel good about the state of the race.” (With inputs from agencies)

‘Total moron’: Trump lambasts Biden, blames US president for his legal woes at rally in New Jersey

Donald Trump stated on Saturday that former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley was not being considered as his running mate in the November election, contradicting a report by news website Axios. "Nikki Haley is not under consideration for the VP slot, but I wish her well!"

US: If not Nikki Haley, who will Trump choose as running mate?

US: Donald Trump clears the air on Vice Presidential pick

The former United States President and presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, on Saturday (May 11) took to his social media platform and said he is not considering his rival Nikki Haley as his running mate and potential vice president, dismissing a report by news website Axios.&nbsp;

<h2>‘Not under consideration’</h2>

Trump, 77, took to his social media platform Truth Social and said “Nikki Haley is not under consideration for the V.P. slot, but I wish her well!”

A report by Axios, earlier on Saturday, citing sources said Haley was ‘under active consideration’ by Trump’s campaign to be his running mate.&nbsp;

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This comes as the Republican frontrunner is yet to pick his running mate and potential VP with the presidential elections just months away.&nbsp;

Trump could pick Haley, the former South Carolina governor and US ambassador to the United Nations if he were convinced she’d help him win the presidency, avoid a potential prison sentence and cover tens of millions in legal bills if he loses, Axios had reported earlier.&nbsp;

The former governor dropped her long-shot bid for the presidency in March after Trump dominated in Republican primaries.&nbsp;

Notably, after dropping out of the race, Haley did not endorse the former president who once called her a “birdbrain.”&nbsp;

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The former governor is yet to respond to the latest reports, but before the New Hampshire primaries. Earlier this year, she had definitively nixed the idea telling voters that the idea of being the VP is “off the table”.&nbsp;

<h2>Who is Trump planning to pick?</h2>

So far, Trump has had a long list of potential candidates for the VP position which includes names like North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, Senators Marco Rubio, Tim Scott and J.D. Vance and New York congresswoman Elise Stefanik.&nbsp;

However, chances of Noem being on that list or in the running seem low as she has recently come under fire for killing her 14-month-old dog and writing about it in her book.&nbsp;

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A report by Rolling Stone magazine, earlier this month, citing sources said that the former president has been “privately trashing” Noem for killing her puppy during conversations with close political allies and other confidants.&nbsp;

Some of the sources, according to the magazine, said they are disclosing these details because they want the South Dakota governor to be “permanently eliminated” from Trump’s vice presidential shortlist.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
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The former United States President and presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, on Saturday (May 11) took to his social media platform and said he is not considering his rival Nikki Haley as his running mate and potential vice president, dismissing a report by news website Axios.

The former United States President and presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, on Saturday (May 11) took to his social media platform and said he is not considering his rival Nikki Haley as his running mate and potential vice president, dismissing a report by news website Axios. ‘Not under consideration’ Trump, 77, took to his social media platform Truth Social and said “Nikki Haley is not under consideration for the V.P. slot, but I wish her well!” A report by Axios, earlier on Saturday, citing sources said Haley was ‘under active consideration’ by Trump’s campaign to be his running mate. WATCH | Gravitas | Who will be Trump's running mate? This comes as the Republican frontrunner is yet to pick his running mate and potential VP with the presidential elections just months away. Trump could pick Haley, the former South Carolina governor and US ambassador to the United Nations if he were convinced she’d help him win the presidency, avoid a potential prison sentence and cover tens of millions in legal bills if he loses, Axios had reported earlier. The former governor dropped her long-shot bid for the presidency in March after Trump dominated in Republican primaries. Notably, after dropping out of the race, Haley did not endorse the former president who once called her a “birdbrain.” Also Read | Donald Trump's youngest son Barron withdraws as Republican National Convention delegate The former governor is yet to respond to the latest reports, but before the New Hampshire primaries. Earlier this year, she had definitively nixed the idea telling voters that the idea of being the VP is “off the table”. Who is Trump planning to pick? So far, Trump has had a long list of potential candidates for the VP position which includes names like North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, Senators Marco Rubio, Tim Scott and J.D. Vance and New York congresswoman Elise Stefanik. However, chances of Noem being on that list or in the running seem low as she has recently come under fire for killing her 14-month-old dog and writing about it in her book. Also Read | 'Inject a little bleach': Biden roasts Trump's COVID cure at election fundraiser A report by Rolling Stone magazine, earlier this month, citing sources said that the former president has been “privately trashing” Noem for killing her puppy during conversations with close political allies and other confidants. Some of the sources, according to the magazine, said they are disclosing these details because they want the South Dakota governor to be “permanently eliminated” from Trump’s vice presidential shortlist. (With inputs from agencies)

‘I wish her well’: Donald Trump says not considering Nikki Haley for VP

The United States has expressed serious concerns that Israel may have breached international humanitarian laws by using American-supplied weaponry during its operations in Gaza. Meanwhile, Hamas has released new footage purportedly showing an attack on Israeli soldiers stationed in Gaza City and additional bombings in Beersheba.

In the US, Barron Trump, the youngest son of former president Donald Trump, has decided not to participate as a delegate at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee, citing prior commitments.

Finally,&nbsp;Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has suggested that opposition leaders Sharad Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray should join forces with his party leaders following the June Lok Sabha election results, rather than "dying by merging" with the Congress.

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The&nbsp;United States said on Friday (May 10) that Israel's use of American-supplied weapons may have violated international humanitarian law during its military operation in the Gaza Strip.&nbsp;This&nbsp;was Washington's&nbsp;strongest&nbsp;criticism of Israel since the Israel-Hamas war began in October last year.&nbsp;

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Hamas on Friday (May 10) released footage of what it claimed was an attack targeting&nbsp;Israeli soldiers in a neighbourhood in Gaza City and bombing in Beersheba city.

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Barron Trump, the youngest son of former US President Donald Trump, has opted out of his expected political debut at the upcoming Republican Party convention in July. Originally set to join as a delegate for Florida, Barron withdrew on Friday (May 10) citing prior commitments, according to a statement released by his mother, Melania Trump.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (May 10) took a swipe at Uddhav Thackeray and Sharad Pawar advising the NCP (SP) leader and Shiv Sena (UBT) chief to join hands with Ajit Pawar and Eknath Shinde after the results of Lok Sabha polls are released instead of "dying by merging" with the Congress.

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The United States has expressed serious concerns that Israel may have breached international humanitarian laws by using American-supplied weaponry during its operations in Gaza.

The United States has expressed serious concerns that Israel may have breached international humanitarian laws by using American-supplied weaponry during its operations in Gaza. Meanwhile, Hamas has released new footage purportedly showing an attack on Israeli soldiers stationed in Gaza City and additional bombings in Beersheba. In the US, Barron Trump, the youngest son of former president Donald Trump, has decided not to participate as a delegate at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee, citing prior commitments. Finally, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has suggested that opposition leaders Sharad Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray should join forces with his party leaders following the June Lok Sabha election results, rather than "dying by merging" with the Congress. Click on the headlines to read more Gaza war: Israel's use of US-supplied weapons may have violated international law, says Washington The United States said on Friday (May 10) that Israel's use of American-supplied weapons may have violated international humanitarian law during its military operation in the Gaza Strip. This was Washington's strongest criticism of Israel since the Israel-Hamas war began in October last year. Hamas releases footage said to show attack on Israeli snippers Hamas on Friday (May 10) released footage of what it claimed was an attack targeting Israeli soldiers in a neighbourhood in Gaza City and bombing in Beersheba city. Donald Trump's youngest son Barron passes on being dad's delegate at Milwaukee convetion Barron Trump, the youngest son of former US President Donald Trump, has opted out of his expected political debut at the upcoming Republican Party convention in July. Originally set to join as a delegate for Florida, Barron withdrew on Friday (May 10) citing prior commitments, according to a statement released by his mother, Melania Trump. Lok Sabha Polls: PM Modi tells Sharad Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray to join BJP-led NDA, NCP (SP) leader responds Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (May 10) took a swipe at Uddhav Thackeray and Sharad Pawar advising the NCP (SP) leader and Shiv Sena (UBT) chief to join hands with Ajit Pawar and Eknath Shinde after the results of Lok Sabha polls are released instead of "dying by merging" with the Congress. Watch | UNGA votes to back Palestinian bid for membership

Morning news brief: Israel's alleged international law violation; Barron Trump won't join politics and more

US President Joe Biden, at a fundraising event near San Francisco for his re-election campaign, on Friday (May 10) joked that he wished his rival former president Donald Trump had injected himself with a little bleach.

He said this while bringing up one of Trump's most controversial suggestions from the early days of the coronavirus pandemic.&nbsp;

<h2>Bleach wars: He said, (s)he said</h2>

Biden humorously wished that his Republican rival Trump had taken his own advice about injecting bleach as a potential treatment for the virus.

During the gathering, Biden highlighted the outbreak that marked Trump's tenure, reminding his audience of the recommendation Trump infamously made during a press briefing in 2020.&nbsp;

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"Remember him saying the best thing to do is just inject a little bleach in your arm? That’s what he said. And he meant it. I wish he had done a little bit himself," quipped the Democrat.

During the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020,Trump had proposed that an "injection inside" directly into the human body of disinfectants, such as bleach or isopropyl alcohol, might combat the virus. The comment had quite predictably sparked widespread disbelief and concern at the time.

The current president also poked fun at what he described as Trump's "love letters" exchanged with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.&nbsp;

Trump, during his presidency, had famously engaged in diplomacy with Kim. The duo had engaged in a number of high-profile meetings, exchanged personal letters, copies of which Trump reportedly kept in a loose-leaf binder in the Oval Office.

However, in his jest, Biden made a gaffe, accidentally referring to Kim as the president of South Korea.

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Biden's mocking digs at Trump's past comments aren't new. Previously, on April 24 in Washington, Biden joked that Trump had indeed followed through with the bleach injection and "it all went to his hair."

Trump too rarely leaves a chance to slam his democrat rival. Recently, blasting Biden during a speech in Freeland&nbsp;(Michigan), Trump, as per AFP, had said: "Every single thing he touches turns to s**t."&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

US President Joe Biden, at a fundraising event near San Francisco for his re-election campaign, on Friday (May 10) joked that he wished his rival former president Donald Trump had injected himself with a little bleach.

US President Joe Biden, at a fundraising event near San Francisco for his re-election campaign, on Friday (May 10) joked that he wished his rival former president Donald Trump had injected himself with a little bleach. He said this while bringing up one of Trump's most controversial suggestions from the early days of the coronavirus pandemic. Bleach wars: He said, (s)he said Biden humorously wished that his Republican rival Trump had taken his own advice about injecting bleach as a potential treatment for the virus. During the gathering, Biden highlighted the outbreak that marked Trump's tenure, reminding his audience of the recommendation Trump infamously made during a press briefing in 2020. Also read | Trump blasts Biden, says 'every single thing he touches turns to sh**,' pledges world peace "Remember him saying the best thing to do is just inject a little bleach in your arm? That’s what he said. And he meant it. I wish he had done a little bit himself," quipped the Democrat. During the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020,Trump had proposed that an "injection inside" directly into the human body of disinfectants, such as bleach or isopropyl alcohol, might combat the virus. The comment had quite predictably sparked widespread disbelief and concern at the time. The current president also poked fun at what he described as Trump's "love letters" exchanged with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. Trump, during his presidency, had famously engaged in diplomacy with Kim. The duo had engaged in a number of high-profile meetings, exchanged personal letters, copies of which Trump reportedly kept in a loose-leaf binder in the Oval Office. However, in his jest, Biden made a gaffe, accidentally referring to Kim as the president of South Korea. Also read | Trump blasts Biden, says 'every single thing he touches turns to sh**,' pledges world peace Biden's mocking digs at Trump's past comments aren't new. Previously, on April 24 in Washington, Biden joked that Trump had indeed followed through with the bleach injection and "it all went to his hair." Trump too rarely leaves a chance to slam his democrat rival. Recently, blasting Biden during a speech in Freeland (Michigan), Trump, as per AFP, had said: "Every single thing he touches turns to s**t." (With inputs from agencies)

'Inject a little bleach': Biden roasts Trump's COVID cure at election fundraiser

Barron Trump, the youngest son of former US President Donald Trump, has opted out of his expected political debut at the upcoming Republican Party convention in July. Originally set to join as a delegate for Florida, Barron withdrew on Friday (May 10) citing prior commitments, according to a statement released by his mother, Melania Trump.

<h2>Barron Trump: A mystery?</h2>

The 18-year-old Barron has to thank&nbsp;his mother Melania for keeping him out of the spotlight and&nbsp;living privately despite the high public profile of his family. This is true even though he was residing in the White House during his father's presidency.

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His involvement would have marked another Trump family member entering the political scene, joining his siblings—Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump, and Tiffany Trump—who are active in politics and often seen at Republican events.

Both Eric and Donald Jr as per Reuters report, citing a&nbsp;campaign official are already on Florida's 41-person delegate list for the convention in Milwaukee. Trump's youngest daughter Tiffany Trump too is on the delegate list.

However, a statement from the office of Melania Trump, Donald Trump's third wife put a stop to the convention plan for Barron,&nbsp;as per AFP.

"While Barron is honoured to have been chosen as a delegate by the Florida Republican Party, he regretfully declines to participate due to prior commitments," read the statement.

<h2>Why is Milwaukee convention important?</h2>

The convention, scheduled to take place in Milwaukee, will see Donald Trump officially being crowned as the Republican nominee for the upcoming presidential election against rival Democrat Joe Biden.&nbsp;

It will see delegates from each state designating their candidate&nbsp;for the upcoming November election, and Barron's participation would have been a significant moment.

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The Trump family continues to be a prominent force within the Republican Party. Barron's sister Ivanka Trump has previously served as a senior advisor during her father's presidency, and Lara Trump, Eric's wife, recently took&nbsp;up a leadership role within the Republican National Committee.

(With inputs from agencies)

Barron Trump, the youngest son of former US President Donald Trump, has opted out of his expected political debut at the upcoming Republican Party convention in July.

Barron Trump, the youngest son of former US President Donald Trump, has opted out of his expected political debut at the upcoming Republican Party convention in July. Originally set to join as a delegate for Florida, Barron withdrew on Friday (May 10) citing prior commitments, according to a statement released by his mother, Melania Trump. Barron Trump: A mystery? The 18-year-old Barron has to thank his mother Melania for keeping him out of the spotlight and living privately despite the high public profile of his family. This is true even though he was residing in the White House during his father's presidency. Also read | Barron Trump, youngest son of Donald Trump, to make political debut at July's Republican convention His involvement would have marked another Trump family member entering the political scene, joining his siblings—Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump, and Tiffany Trump—who are active in politics and often seen at Republican events. Both Eric and Donald Jr as per Reuters report, citing a campaign official are already on Florida's 41-person delegate list for the convention in Milwaukee. Trump's youngest daughter Tiffany Trump too is on the delegate list. However, a statement from the office of Melania Trump, Donald Trump's third wife put a stop to the convention plan for Barron, as per AFP. "While Barron is honoured to have been chosen as a delegate by the Florida Republican Party, he regretfully declines to participate due to prior commitments," read the statement. Why is Milwaukee convention important? The convention, scheduled to take place in Milwaukee, will see Donald Trump officially being crowned as the Republican nominee for the upcoming presidential election against rival Democrat Joe Biden. It will see delegates from each state designating their candidate for the upcoming November election, and Barron's participation would have been a significant moment. Also read | Porn star, Republican and Donald Trump's sneaky link: Who is Stormy Daniels? The Trump family continues to be a prominent force within the Republican Party. Barron's sister Ivanka Trump has previously served as a senior advisor during her father's presidency, and Lara Trump, Eric's wife, recently took up a leadership role within the Republican National Committee. (With inputs from agencies)

Donald Trump's youngest son Barron withdraws as Republican National Convention delegate

Donald J. Trump, the former president, is in hot water over his Chicago tower's taxes. The IRS, the tax authority, said&nbsp;he might owe over $100 million, as uncovered by The New York Times and ProPublica. Trump claimed his tower was "worthless" for tax reasons, but now the IRS says he might have been too tricky with his taxes.

Trump's big tower in Chicago was supposed to be a success, but it ended up losing a lot of money because of high costs and the recession. When Trump tried to get some money back through taxes, the IRS said he did it wrong.

<h2>Double trouble: Writing off losses twice</h2>

In 2008, Trump said his tower was a loss and claimed a big tax break. Then in 2010, he tried to get even more money back from the IRS. But the IRS thinks he tried to get money twice for the same problem.

The IRS is now looking into Trump's taxes very closely. If they find he owes money, it could be a huge problem for him. This has been going on for a while, and it's still not clear what will happen.

Tax experts think Trump might have tried to play games with the tax system. If he loses this fight, it could change how taxes work for other people too.

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<h2>Trump ridiculed for getting son Barron's age wrong</h2>

Baron is Melania's only child with Trump. Although Baron celebrated his 18th birthday this year, Trump mistakenly stated the wrong age for his fifth child during an interview with Miami's Telemundo 51.&nbsp;

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Barron Trump, the youngest son of former US President Donald Trump, has opted out of his expected political debut at the upcoming Republican Party convention in July. Originally set to join as a delegate for Florida, Barron withdrew on Friday (May 10) citing prior commitments, according to a statement released by his mother, Melania Trump.

"He's pretty young, I will say. He's 17. But if they can do that, I'm all for it," Trump told NBC Universal's Spanish-language network.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Donald J. Trump, the former president, is in hot water over his Chicago tower's taxes. The IRS, the tax authority, said he might owe over $100 million, as uncovered by The New York Times and ProPublica.

Donald J. Trump, the former president, is in hot water over his Chicago tower's taxes. The IRS, the tax authority, said he might owe over $100 million, as uncovered by The New York Times and ProPublica. Trump claimed his tower was "worthless" for tax reasons, but now the IRS says he might have been too tricky with his taxes. Trump's big tower in Chicago was supposed to be a success, but it ended up losing a lot of money because of high costs and the recession. When Trump tried to get some money back through taxes, the IRS said he did it wrong. Double trouble: Writing off losses twice In 2008, Trump said his tower was a loss and claimed a big tax break. Then in 2010, he tried to get even more money back from the IRS. But the IRS thinks he tried to get money twice for the same problem. The IRS is now looking into Trump's taxes very closely. If they find he owes money, it could be a huge problem for him. This has been going on for a while, and it's still not clear what will happen. Tax experts think Trump might have tried to play games with the tax system. If he loses this fight, it could change how taxes work for other people too. Also read | Donald Trump pledges to target EVs, LNG exports in meeting with oil CEOs, seeks $ 1 billion as 'deal' Trump ridiculed for getting son Barron's age wrong Baron is Melania's only child with Trump. Although Baron celebrated his 18th birthday this year, Trump mistakenly stated the wrong age for his fifth child during an interview with Miami's Telemundo 51. Also watch | Hush money trial: Trump's closest aides wraps up testimonies Barron Trump, the youngest son of former US President Donald Trump, has opted out of his expected political debut at the upcoming Republican Party convention in July. Originally set to join as a delegate for Florida, Barron withdrew on Friday (May 10) citing prior commitments, according to a statement released by his mother, Melania Trump. "He's pretty young, I will say. He's 17. But if they can do that, I'm all for it," Trump told NBC Universal's Spanish-language network. (With inputs from agencies)

Donald Trump could owe $100 million in taxes, audit finds

Donald Trump's former lawyer and fixer Michael Cohen is expected to take the witness stand Monday in the former US President's hush money criminal trial. Watch in for more details!

Hush money trial: Trump's closest aides wraps up testimonies

On January 16, American entrepreneur and Republican Vivek Ramaswamy dropped out of the upcoming United States (US) presidential elections, endorsing Donald Trump for the top post.

On January 16, American entrepreneur and Republican Vivek Ramaswamy dropped out of the upcoming United States (US) presidential elections, endorsing Donald Trump for the top post. Ramaswamy, 38, had been one of the surprises of the Republican race. In recent times, he has secured himself a spot in the party's politics with his youthful demeanour, deep pockets, and fast-talking pugnacious campaigning. In a recent episode of his podcast, "Truth with Vivek Ramaswamy," American author Ann Coulter told Ramaswamy why she would not have voted for him if he was contesting the presidential elections. Also read | Who is Vivek Ramaswamy, the Republican who exited 2024 US presidential race? “I agreed with many, many things you said.. in fact probably more than most other candidates when you were running for president.. but I still would not have voted for you because you’re an Indian...,” Coulter told Ramswamy, while she called the 38-year-old bright and articulate. Ramaswamy reacts to author's remark In a post on X, Ramaswamy said on Wednesday (May 8) that he disagreed with Coulter's "...because you're an Indian...," remark but respected the fact that she had the guts to speak her mind. Vivek’s response to Coulter here:https://t.co/ykPMKyPFkj — News Nomad 🗞 (@The_Nomad_News) May 8, 2024 × "Ann Coulter told me flat-out to my face that she couldn’t vote for me 'because you’re an Indian,' even though she agreed with me more than most other candidates. I disagree with her but respect she had the guts to speak her mind. It was a riveting hour. The TRUTH podcast is back," the 38-year-old said. Social media praises Ramaswamy Several users on X were all praise for Ramaswamy. "Vivek maintained composure and worked to find any common ground with Coulter. Masterclass on how to be unoffendable," X user News Nomad wrote on the microblogging site. Also watch | Donald Trump campaigns with Vivek Ramaswamy, praises him for 'good job' × "We all support you Vivek and hope to see you as Vice President or in some other position," user Philip Anderson said. "I mean, she's being honest. I'll give her that. But I don't respect racism, Vivek," another user said in a post. Some users also supported the idea of Ramaswamy becoming the vice president if the Republicans won the presidential elections.

Support pours out for Vivek Ramaswamy after US author's 'you're Indian' comment

Stormy Daniels on Thursday (May 9) returned to the witness stand at Donald Trump's historic hush money trial where the former US president's attorneys grilled&nbsp;the adult film star over the reason why she sought money to not disclose the story of their sexual encounter.

She&nbsp;concluded her protracted testimony&nbsp;with Trump's lawyers&nbsp;attempting to portray her as an avaricious liar who made money out of the allegations she levelled.

"I wanted the truth to come out... to get my story protected with a paper trail so that my family didn't get hurt," the 45-year-old Daniels said during aggressive cross-examination by Trump's attorney Susan Necheles.

Daniels, who had sex with the married Trump in the year 2006, testified in court on Tuesday for nearly five hours.

The 77-year-old former US president is indicted of fabricating business records to recompense his lawyer, Michael Cohen, for a settlement worth $130,000 to Daniels on the eve of the 2016 presidential election.

Trump's lawyer Susan Necheles on Thursday resumed Daniels' cross-examination with aggressive interrogation concerning inconsistencies in her bank account and the exact reason as to why she accepted the money from a lawyer and stayed quiet about the incident previously when she said that she wanted to go public about the story.

To this, Daniels replied that she ultimately agreed to a non-disclosure agreement in exchange for money because she was concerned about her safety.

"The better alternative was to get my story protected with a paper trail," Daniels testified. Publishing the story would have put "a target on my back, and my family's," she said.

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<h2>'Frankenstein case'</h2>

Trump, while on his way to the court called the matter a "Frankenstein case", during his interaction with the media.

"It's not a recognizable crime that any of us have seen," he said. "This is a prosecutor making it up as he goes along."

Daniels, during her testimony on Tuesday and Thursday, walked the New York jury through the one-night stand that she stated she had with the former US president at a celebrity golf tournament.

Trump's lawyers accused Daniels of appearing at strip club events promoted with a picture of Trump and the tagline "Making America Horny Again."

"I have no control over how a club advertises, and I never reposted anything with this photo," said Daniels who wore a green dress and a long, hooded black cardigan.

"I never used that tagline -- I hated it."

On Tuesday, the porn star said that though she wasn't "threatened verbally or physically", she said she "felt ashamed I didn't stop it, didn't say no."&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Stormy Daniels on Thursday (May 9) returned to the witness stand at Donald Trump's historic hush money trial where the former US president's attorneys grilled the adult film star over the reason why she sought money to not disclose the story of their sexual encounter.

Stormy Daniels on Thursday (May 9) returned to the witness stand at Donald Trump's historic hush money trial where the former US president's attorneys grilled the adult film star over the reason why she sought money to not disclose the story of their sexual encounter. She concluded her protracted testimony with Trump's lawyers attempting to portray her as an avaricious liar who made money out of the allegations she levelled. "I wanted the truth to come out... to get my story protected with a paper trail so that my family didn't get hurt," the 45-year-old Daniels said during aggressive cross-examination by Trump's attorney Susan Necheles. Daniels, who had sex with the married Trump in the year 2006, testified in court on Tuesday for nearly five hours. The 77-year-old former US president is indicted of fabricating business records to recompense his lawyer, Michael Cohen, for a settlement worth $130,000 to Daniels on the eve of the 2016 presidential election. Trump's lawyer Susan Necheles on Thursday resumed Daniels' cross-examination with aggressive interrogation concerning inconsistencies in her bank account and the exact reason as to why she accepted the money from a lawyer and stayed quiet about the incident previously when she said that she wanted to go public about the story. To this, Daniels replied that she ultimately agreed to a non-disclosure agreement in exchange for money because she was concerned about her safety. "The better alternative was to get my story protected with a paper trail," Daniels testified. Publishing the story would have put "a target on my back, and my family's," she said. Also read: Trump hush money trial: Judge warns Trump’s lawyers over his ‘audible’ cursing during Stormy Daniels testimony 'Frankenstein case' Trump, while on his way to the court called the matter a "Frankenstein case", during his interaction with the media. "It's not a recognizable crime that any of us have seen," he said. "This is a prosecutor making it up as he goes along." Daniels, during her testimony on Tuesday and Thursday, walked the New York jury through the one-night stand that she stated she had with the former US president at a celebrity golf tournament. Trump's lawyers accused Daniels of appearing at strip club events promoted with a picture of Trump and the tagline "Making America Horny Again." "I have no control over how a club advertises, and I never reposted anything with this photo," said Daniels who wore a green dress and a long, hooded black cardigan. "I never used that tagline -- I hated it." On Tuesday, the porn star said that though she wasn't "threatened verbally or physically", she said she "felt ashamed I didn't stop it, didn't say no." (With inputs from agencies)

Trump hush money trial: Stormy Daniels denies cashing in on allegations levelled against former US president

Donald Trump met with top oil executives in the US and asked them to raise $1 billion for his presidential campaign, the Washington Post claimed in a report on Thursday (May 9). He promised them to reverse dozens of the Biden administration's environmental rules and policies, the paper claimed.&nbsp;

Citing unidentified sources familiar with the meeting last month in Florida, the report claimed that the presumptive Republican presidential nominee vowed to end emissions rules aimed at promoting electric vehicles and halt the Biden administration's freeze on permits for new liquefied natural gas exports.&nbsp;

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In March, the Biden administration announced new automobile emissions standards. The officials called it the most ambitious plan ever to cut planet-warming emissions from passenger vehicles.&nbsp;

The new Environmental Protection Agency rules aim to cut tailpipe emissions by 49 per cent between model years 2027 and 2032.

Meanwhile, the EPA set a target for EVs to make up at least 35 per cent of new vehicle sales by 2032.&nbsp;

Notably, the set standards are less ambitious than the proposed rules released last year. Previously, the target was to reduce emissions by 56 per cent by 2032 and called for EVs to represent 67 per cent of new vehicles by that year.&nbsp;

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The Post report alleged that Trump told the chief executives that giving $1 billion would be a "deal" for them. Invited guests included the CEOs of Venture Global, and Cheniere Energy as well as representatives from Chevron, Continental Resources, Exxon and Occidental Petroleum, it claimed.&nbsp;

The report cited an unnamed dinner attendee as saying that Trump said, "You'll get it on the first day."&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Donald Trump met with top oil executives in the US and asked them to raise $1 billion for his presidential campaign, the Washington Post claimed in a report on Thursday (May 9).

Donald Trump met with top oil executives in the US and asked them to raise $1 billion for his presidential campaign, the Washington Post claimed in a report on Thursday (May 9). He promised them to reverse dozens of the Biden administration's environmental rules and policies, the paper claimed. Citing unidentified sources familiar with the meeting last month in Florida, the report claimed that the presumptive Republican presidential nominee vowed to end emissions rules aimed at promoting electric vehicles and halt the Biden administration's freeze on permits for new liquefied natural gas exports. Also read: TikTok to adopt new tech aimed at labelling AI-generated images In March, the Biden administration announced new automobile emissions standards. The officials called it the most ambitious plan ever to cut planet-warming emissions from passenger vehicles. The new Environmental Protection Agency rules aim to cut tailpipe emissions by 49 per cent between model years 2027 and 2032. Meanwhile, the EPA set a target for EVs to make up at least 35 per cent of new vehicle sales by 2032. Notably, the set standards are less ambitious than the proposed rules released last year. Previously, the target was to reduce emissions by 56 per cent by 2032 and called for EVs to represent 67 per cent of new vehicles by that year. Also read: Trump hush money trial: Stormy Daniels returns to witness stand The Post report alleged that Trump told the chief executives that giving $1 billion would be a "deal" for them. Invited guests included the CEOs of Venture Global, and Cheniere Energy as well as representatives from Chevron, Continental Resources, Exxon and Occidental Petroleum, it claimed. The report cited an unnamed dinner attendee as saying that Trump said, "You'll get it on the first day." (With inputs from agencies)

Trump asked US oil executives for $1bn to reverse Biden administration's environmental rules: Report

Trump Hush Money Trial: Michael Cohen expected to testify Monday

Stormy Daniels testified at Donald Trump’s criminal trial on Tuesday, setting up a long-awaited showdown between the former US President and the porn star. Watch to know more.

Hush Money Trial: Donald Trump's lawyer says 'Stormy Daniels is making money with her story'

Hush Money Trial Day 14: Donald Trump's lawyers cross-examine Stormy Daniels

Lawyers for former US President Donald Trump continued their cross-examination of Stormy Daniels in the New York hush money trial. Lawyers are trying to convince jurors that the key prosecution witness cannot be believed.

Trump Hush Money Trial: Donald Trump's lawyers continue cross-examination of Stormy Daniels

Donald Trump will once again refuse to accept the results if he loses the November elections, warned US President Joe Biden on Wednesday (May 8).

Speaking during an interview with CNN, Biden said that the prospect of his Republican rival not accepting the outcome of the ballot was very high.

"I promise you he won't, which is dangerous," he said.&nbsp;

<h2>'This is Trump'</h2>

The two men last faced each other in the 2020 US elections, where Democrat Joe Biden defeated Trump, a victory that the former TV personality continues to call a sham.

Trump continues to insist - without foundation, as proven by the repeated legal challenges he has lost - that he did not lose the election and that Biden's win was a result of election tampering.

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"How many court cases did they have? Supreme Court cases?" asked Biden.

"They all said 'This is a totally legitimate election'," he said, adding, "This is Trump."

<h2>The looming threat of violence</h2>

Slamming his opponent for his recent statements where he refused to rule out violence in case of defeat, Biden said, "You can't only love your country when you win."

Just last week while campaigning in Wisconsin, a key battleground state, Trump hinted that if he loses, he might dispute the 2024 election results.

Talking to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Trump, who is known for his election 'rigging' claims, as per AFP, had said that he would accept the result "if everything's honest."

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"If it's not, you have to fight for the right of the country."

Before that, in an interview with Time magazine, Trump, when asked about the possibility of physical violence in case he faces defeat in the November elections, said: "I don't think we're going to have that. I think we're going to win."

When asked, "But, what if you don't win?" the ex-president evasively answered, "If we don't win, you know, it depends. It always depends on the fairness of an election."

Already the presumptive Republican candidate has been alleging election "rigging".

On his social media platform, Truth Social, on April 30, Trump, who is currently embroiled in a hush money trial, alleged that the presiding judge was attempting to "rig" the upcoming elections.

"This Judge has taken away my Constitutional Right to FREE SPEECH. I am the only Presidential Candidate in History to be GAGGED," wrote Trump.

"This whole 'Trial' is RIGGED, and by taking away my FREEDOM OF SPEECH, THIS HIGHLY CONFLICTED JUDGE IS RIGGING THE PRESIDENTIAL OF 2024 ELECTION. ELECTION INTERFERENCE!!!" he added.

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Donald Trump will once again refuse to accept the results if he loses the November elections, warned US President Joe Biden on Wednesday (May 8). Speaking during an interview with CNN, Biden said that the prospect of his Republican rival not accepting the outcome of the ballot was very high.

Donald Trump will once again refuse to accept the results if he loses the November elections, warned US President Joe Biden on Wednesday (May 8). Speaking during an interview with CNN, Biden said that the prospect of his Republican rival not accepting the outcome of the ballot was very high. "I promise you he won't, which is dangerous," he said. 'This is Trump' The two men last faced each other in the 2020 US elections, where Democrat Joe Biden defeated Trump, a victory that the former TV personality continues to call a sham. Trump continues to insist - without foundation, as proven by the repeated legal challenges he has lost - that he did not lose the election and that Biden's win was a result of election tampering. Also read | Amid 'rigging' allegations, Trump refuses to dismiss possibility of violence if he loses 2024 elections "How many court cases did they have? Supreme Court cases?" asked Biden. "They all said 'This is a totally legitimate election'," he said, adding, "This is Trump." The looming threat of violence Slamming his opponent for his recent statements where he refused to rule out violence in case of defeat, Biden said, "You can't only love your country when you win." Just last week while campaigning in Wisconsin, a key battleground state, Trump hinted that if he loses, he might dispute the 2024 election results. Talking to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Trump, who is known for his election 'rigging' claims, as per AFP, had said that he would accept the result "if everything's honest." Also read | Porn star, Republican and Donald Trump's sneaky link: Who is Stormy Daniels? "If it's not, you have to fight for the right of the country." Before that, in an interview with Time magazine, Trump, when asked about the possibility of physical violence in case he faces defeat in the November elections, said: "I don't think we're going to have that. I think we're going to win." When asked, "But, what if you don't win?" the ex-president evasively answered, "If we don't win, you know, it depends. It always depends on the fairness of an election." Already the presumptive Republican candidate has been alleging election "rigging". On his social media platform, Truth Social, on April 30, Trump, who is currently embroiled in a hush money trial, alleged that the presiding judge was attempting to "rig" the upcoming elections. "This Judge has taken away my Constitutional Right to FREE SPEECH. I am the only Presidential Candidate in History to be GAGGED," wrote Trump. "This whole 'Trial' is RIGGED, and by taking away my FREEDOM OF SPEECH, THIS HIGHLY CONFLICTED JUDGE IS RIGGING THE PRESIDENTIAL OF 2024 ELECTION. ELECTION INTERFERENCE!!!" he added. × (With inputs from agencies)

'This is Trump': Biden warns Trump once again won't accept results if he loses November elections

Nicaragua has terminated a contentious project, initially supported by China, to construct a canal connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

In other news, US President Joe Biden has expressed concerns that former US president Donald Trump may not accept the outcome of the upcoming November elections if defeated.

In Brazil, catastrophic floods have led to the destruction of nearly 100,000 homes and a death toll surpassing 100. Finally, India's flag carrier airline,&nbsp;Air India Express, has fired 25 cabin crew members following what the airline describes as&nbsp;a 'pre-meditated' mass sick leave that led to significant flight cancellations.

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In a major setback to Chinese leader Xi Jinping's objective to expand Beijing's pervasive footprint in Latin America, Nicaragua has cancelled a controversial plan to build a canal linking the Atlantic and the Pacific nearly a decade after it first broke ground.&nbsp;

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Donald Trump will once again refuse to accept the results if he loses the November elections, warned US President Joe Biden on Wednesday (May 8).

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Nearly 100,000 homes have been destroyed, while over 100 people are reported dead in the devastating flooding in Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul in the country's South. More than a week of record-breaking rainfall has taken a toll on lives and lifelines in this part of Brazil, with authorities scrambling to rescue affected individuals.&nbsp;

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Air India Express fired nearly 25 cabin crew a day&nbsp;after around 300 employees went on&nbsp;'mass sick leave' and switched off&nbsp;their phones, causing&nbsp;large-scale flight disruptions.&nbsp;

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Nicaragua has terminated a contentious project, initially supported by China, to construct a canal connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. In other news, US President Joe Biden has expressed concerns that former US president Donald Trump may not accept the outcome of the upcoming November elections if defeated.

Nicaragua has terminated a contentious project, initially supported by China, to construct a canal connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. In other news, US President Joe Biden has expressed concerns that former US president Donald Trump may not accept the outcome of the upcoming November elections if defeated. In Brazil, catastrophic floods have led to the destruction of nearly 100,000 homes and a death toll surpassing 100. Finally, India's flag carrier airline, Air India Express, has fired 25 cabin crew members following what the airline describes as a 'pre-meditated' mass sick leave that led to significant flight cancellations. Click on the headlines to read more Setback for Xi's China as Nicaragua drops plan to build Atlantic-Pacific canal In a major setback to Chinese leader Xi Jinping's objective to expand Beijing's pervasive footprint in Latin America, Nicaragua has cancelled a controversial plan to build a canal linking the Atlantic and the Pacific nearly a decade after it first broke ground. 'This is Trump': Biden warns Trump once again won't accept results if he loses November elections Donald Trump will once again refuse to accept the results if he loses the November elections, warned US President Joe Biden on Wednesday (May 8). Brazil floods destroy nearly 100,000 homes, death toll surpasses 100 Nearly 100,000 homes have been destroyed, while over 100 people are reported dead in the devastating flooding in Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul in the country's South. More than a week of record-breaking rainfall has taken a toll on lives and lifelines in this part of Brazil, with authorities scrambling to rescue affected individuals. Air India Express sacks crew members over 'mass sick leave', calls it 'pre-meditated' Air India Express fired nearly 25 cabin crew a day after around 300 employees went on 'mass sick leave' and switched off their phones, causing large-scale flight disruptions. Watch | Israel war: Biden threatens Israel over Rafah invasion, 'won't send weapons if Rafah is invaded'

Morning news brief: Nicaragua cancels Atlantic-Pacific canal; Biden's warning about Trump; and more

In what might be another win for the former United States President Donald Trump, an appeals court in the US state of Georgia, on Wednesday (May 8) agreed to review a lower court decision which allowed Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to continue to remain on the election interference case.&nbsp;

Trump, 77, has been charged in four criminal cases, but only one of them has headed for trial as his lawyers have reportedly sought to delay the others until after the upcoming presidential elections in November.&nbsp;

<h2>Georgia election case</h2>

On Wednesday, a Georgia appeals court said that it would review a ruling which allowed Willis to continue as prosecutor&nbsp;after Trump and some other defendants in Georgia tried to get her and her office&nbsp;removed from the case.&nbsp;

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The move, which is seemingly aimed at delaying the case, comes a day after the judge in Trump’s Florida classified documents case indefinitely postponed the trial date.

The defendants in Georgia, including Trump, had sought to get Willis and her office off the election interference case saying that her romantic relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade created a conflict of interest.&nbsp;

However, in March, Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee found that was not the case, but allowed the defendants to appeal his ruling.&nbsp;

In an email to the Associated Press, Trump’s lead attorney in Georgia, Steve Sadow said that the former president looks forward to presenting arguments as to why the case should be dismissed and Willis “should be disqualified for her misconduct in this unjustified, unwarranted political persecution.”

The allegations that Willis had improperly benefited from her relationship with Wade derailed the case against the former president and 18 others who have been accused of illegally trying to overturn the election result in Georgia, where Democrat and incumbent President Joe Biden&nbsp;won.&nbsp;

<h2>Classified documents case</h2>

The delay in the Georgia case came after US District Judge Aileen Cannon in Florida, on Tuesday (May 7) indefinitely postponed Trump’s trial on the charges of illegally keeping classified documents after leaving office.&nbsp;

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The rulings have reduced the odds that he will face a jury in either of the two federal criminal cases against him before the election. If he wins the presidency again Trump could direct the Justice Department to drop the federal charges or seek to pardon himself.

The classified documents case brought by Special Counsel Jack Smith was scheduled to go to trial on May 20, but the prosecution and defence agreed that the date would need to be pushed. Cannon scheduled pre-trial hearings to run through July 22, but not set a new date for the trial.&nbsp;

The former president has pleaded not guilty to charges accusing him of retaining classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate after leaving office in 2021 and obstructing efforts by the US government to retrieve them.

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In what might be another win for the former United States President Donald Trump, an appeals court in the US state of Georgia, on Wednesday (May 8) agreed to review a lower court decision which allowed Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to continue to remain on the election interference case.

In what might be another win for the former United States President Donald Trump, an appeals court in the US state of Georgia, on Wednesday (May 8) agreed to review a lower court decision which allowed Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to continue to remain on the election interference case. Trump, 77, has been charged in four criminal cases, but only one of them has headed for trial as his lawyers have reportedly sought to delay the others until after the upcoming presidential elections in November. Georgia election case On Wednesday, a Georgia appeals court said that it would review a ruling which allowed Willis to continue as prosecutor after Trump and some other defendants in Georgia tried to get her and her office removed from the case. Also Read | Hush money trial: Stormy Daniels reveals racy details about sexual encounter with Trump The move, which is seemingly aimed at delaying the case, comes a day after the judge in Trump’s Florida classified documents case indefinitely postponed the trial date. The defendants in Georgia, including Trump, had sought to get Willis and her office off the election interference case saying that her romantic relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade created a conflict of interest. However, in March, Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee found that was not the case, but allowed the defendants to appeal his ruling. In an email to the Associated Press, Trump’s lead attorney in Georgia, Steve Sadow said that the former president looks forward to presenting arguments as to why the case should be dismissed and Willis “should be disqualified for her misconduct in this unjustified, unwarranted political persecution.” The allegations that Willis had improperly benefited from her relationship with Wade derailed the case against the former president and 18 others who have been accused of illegally trying to overturn the election result in Georgia, where Democrat and incumbent President Joe Biden won. Classified documents case The delay in the Georgia case came after US District Judge Aileen Cannon in Florida, on Tuesday (May 7) indefinitely postponed Trump’s trial on the charges of illegally keeping classified documents after leaving office. Also Read | Donald Trump classified documents case delayed indefinitely, experts warn of 'unprecedented' situation The rulings have reduced the odds that he will face a jury in either of the two federal criminal cases against him before the election. If he wins the presidency again Trump could direct the Justice Department to drop the federal charges or seek to pardon himself. The classified documents case brought by Special Counsel Jack Smith was scheduled to go to trial on May 20, but the prosecution and defence agreed that the date would need to be pushed. Cannon scheduled pre-trial hearings to run through July 22, but not set a new date for the trial. The former president has pleaded not guilty to charges accusing him of retaining classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate after leaving office in 2021 and obstructing efforts by the US government to retrieve them. (With inputs from agencies)

Georgia court agrees to review decision which let DA Fani Willis stay on Trump election case

Former US president Donald Trump returned to court on Tuesday (May 7) for the 13th day of his historic criminal trial in the hush money case. The court heard from key witness adult film actor Stormy Daniels as she detailed the 2006 alleged sexual encounter with Trump, which she was paid to stay silent about ahead of 2016 presidential elections.&nbsp;

The former president is on trial based on the charges stemming from $130,000 in hush money allegedly paid to Daniels, 45, ahead of the 2016 presidential election.&nbsp;

<h2>Everything Stormy Daniels said</h2>

Daniels, whose real name is Stephanie Clifford, spoke about her alleged sexual encounter with Trump for several hours in court and seemingly did not hold back on the racy details.&nbsp;

Judge Juan Merchan, who often appeared annoyed, scolded the prosecution about the “degree of detail” that Daniels was asked about the encounter and called it “unnecessary”.&nbsp;

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Daniels began her testimony by talking about her childhood and upbringing in the US state of Louisiana, how she got into exotic dancing, and her decades-long career in the adult entertainment industry.&nbsp;

She and Trump met at a celebrity golf tournament in Lake Tahoe, Nevada where he made sexual advances after inviting her to his hotel suite, said the witness, while he was married to his wife Melania.&nbsp;

Daniels also told the jurors that her life descended into “chaos” after the hush money arrangement was made public in 2018 and spoke about her family being “ostracised” and how she was harassed at her home.&nbsp;

The witness testified that she had kept the encounter a secret for years and even her husband did not know about it.&nbsp;

<h2>‘Blacked out’</h2>

Daniels testified she grew up as the daughter of a low-income single mother.

She recalled that Trump greeted her “wearing silk or satin pyjamas” and changed into a suit after Daniels made fun of him. He also dared her to spank him with a magazine and she obliged, Daniels testified.&nbsp;

She said that before their sexual encounter, Trump had blocked the door and told her “this is the only way you’re getting out of the trailer park.”

She said that she “blacked out” without consuming any drugs or alcohol after Trump&nbsp;blocked the door and woke up on the bed with her clothes off.

“I was trying to think about anything other than what was happening there,” Daniels testified. However, the 45-year-old said that she did not tell Trump to stop and left the hotel room quickly afterwards.

Jurors reportedly struggled to keep a straight face as she described&nbsp;spanking the former president. “That’s bullshit,” the former president sitting at the defendant’s table appeared to say, as per Reuters.

Daniels testified that they spoke for about two hours in his hotel suite during which Trump proposed the idea of putting her on his TV show The Apprentice.

Daniels said she stopped talking to him after the possibility of her making an appearance on the show died.&nbsp;

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Daniels testified that she was determined to keep the encounter a secret after being threatened by a stranger in a Las Vegas parking lot, but changed her mind after Trump announced that he would run for president in 2016.&nbsp;

However, she later learned from her manager at the time that Trump’s lawyer, Michael Cohen was interested in purchasing her silence and she negotiated the $130,000 offer.&nbsp;

<h2>Judge rejects mistrial request</h2>

Trump’s lawyer Todd Blanche asked for a mistrial after Daniels’ testimony arguing that her account included details, like Trump did not wear a condom, which “inflamed” the jury and were irrelevant to the case, reported Reuters.&nbsp;

However, judge Merchan denied the request, saying he was surprised there weren’t more objections from the defence. He agreed with Blanche that Daniels said more at times than she should’ve, but blamed the defence for not objecting more vigorously during her testimony.&nbsp;

Trump’s lawyer Susan Necheles grilled Daniels on apparent inconsistencies in her testimony and asked her, “Am I correct that you hate President Trump?” The witness responded by saying&nbsp;“Yes.” Daniels also said that she hopes Trump goes to jail if found guilty.

The former president has pleaded not guilty to the 34-count indictment brought against him and has also denied having sex with the adult film actor.&nbsp;

Daniels will take the witness stand again on Thursday (May 9).&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
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Former US president Donald Trump returned to court on Tuesday (May 7) for the 13th day of his historic criminal trial in the hush money case. The court heard from key witness adult film actor Stormy Daniels as she detailed the 2006 alleged sexual encounter with Trump, which she was paid to stay silent about ahead of 2016 presidential elections.

Former US president Donald Trump returned to court on Tuesday (May 7) for the 13th day of his historic criminal trial in the hush money case. The court heard from key witness adult film actor Stormy Daniels as she detailed the 2006 alleged sexual encounter with Trump, which she was paid to stay silent about ahead of 2016 presidential elections. The former president is on trial based on the charges stemming from $130,000 in hush money allegedly paid to Daniels, 45, ahead of the 2016 presidential election. Everything Stormy Daniels said Daniels, whose real name is Stephanie Clifford, spoke about her alleged sexual encounter with Trump for several hours in court and seemingly did not hold back on the racy details. Judge Juan Merchan, who often appeared annoyed, scolded the prosecution about the “degree of detail” that Daniels was asked about the encounter and called it “unnecessary”. Daniels began her testimony by talking about her childhood and upbringing in the US state of Louisiana, how she got into exotic dancing, and her decades-long career in the adult entertainment industry. She and Trump met at a celebrity golf tournament in Lake Tahoe, Nevada where he made sexual advances after inviting her to his hotel suite, said the witness, while he was married to his wife Melania. Daniels also told the jurors that her life descended into “chaos” after the hush money arrangement was made public in 2018 and spoke about her family being “ostracised” and how she was harassed at her home. The witness testified that she had kept the encounter a secret for years and even her husband did not know about it. ‘Blacked out’ Daniels testified she grew up as the daughter of a low-income single mother. She recalled that Trump greeted her “wearing silk or satin pyjamas” and changed into a suit after Daniels made fun of him. He also dared her to spank him with a magazine and she obliged, Daniels testified. She said that before their sexual encounter, Trump had blocked the door and told her “this is the only way you’re getting out of the trailer park.” She said that she “blacked out” without consuming any drugs or alcohol after Trump blocked the door and woke up on the bed with her clothes off. “I was trying to think about anything other than what was happening there,” Daniels testified. However, the 45-year-old said that she did not tell Trump to stop and left the hotel room quickly afterwards. Jurors reportedly struggled to keep a straight face as she described spanking the former president. “That’s bullshit,” the former president sitting at the defendant’s table appeared to say, as per Reuters. Daniels testified that they spoke for about two hours in his hotel suite during which Trump proposed the idea of putting her on his TV show The Apprentice. Daniels said she stopped talking to him after the possibility of her making an appearance on the show died. Also Read | Trump hush money trial: Judge rejects mistrial request from defence lawyer over Stormy Daniels testimony Daniels testified that she was determined to keep the encounter a secret after being threatened by a stranger in a Las Vegas parking lot, but changed her mind after Trump announced that he would run for president in 2016. However, she later learned from her manager at the time that Trump’s lawyer, Michael Cohen was interested in purchasing her silence and she negotiated the $130,000 offer. Judge rejects mistrial request Trump’s lawyer Todd Blanche asked for a mistrial after Daniels’ testimony arguing that her account included details, like Trump did not wear a condom, which “inflamed” the jury and were irrelevant to the case, reported Reuters. However, judge Merchan denied the request, saying he was surprised there weren’t more objections from the defence. He agreed with Blanche that Daniels said more at times than she should’ve, but blamed the defence for not objecting more vigorously during her testimony. Trump’s lawyer Susan Necheles grilled Daniels on apparent inconsistencies in her testimony and asked her, “Am I correct that you hate President Trump?” The witness responded by saying “Yes.” Daniels also said that she hopes Trump goes to jail if found guilty. The former president has pleaded not guilty to the 34-count indictment brought against him and has also denied having sex with the adult film actor. Daniels will take the witness stand again on Thursday (May 9). (With inputs from agencies)

Hush money trial: Stormy Daniels reveals racy details about sexual encounter with Trump

The judge overseeing the historic criminal trial&nbsp;of former United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday (May 7) rejected&nbsp;a mistrial request by Trump's lawyer who argued that adult film actor&nbsp;Stormy Daniels' testimony&nbsp;about the 2006 encounter was irrelevant and would&nbsp;inflame the jury.

Trump’s lawyer Todd Blanche asked for a mistrial hours after&nbsp;riveting testimony by Daniels, who told the jury about the alleged sexual encounter with Trump and a $130,000 hush money payment.&nbsp;

The former president is on trial based on the charges stemming from hush money allegedly paid to Daniels, 45, ahead of the 2016 presidential election.&nbsp;

WATCH |&nbsp;Trump Hush Money Trial: Key witness Stormy Daniels takes the stand

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The prosecutors have alleged that Trump falsified business records to cover up a $130,000 hush money payment his former lawyer Michael Cohen made to Daniels in the run-up to the election.&nbsp;

Trump, 77, earlier in the day, said he was “recently told” who the witness would be on Tuesday and complained he should have been given more notice, reported the AP.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The former president returned to the Manhattan courthouse a day after Judge Juan Merchan said some of Trump’s posts violated a gag order which restricts him from speaking about the witnesses, jurors, and others involved in the case.

Judge Merchan said that the adult film actor would be allowed to testify about the basic details of the encounter and prosecutor Susan Hoffinger assured him that the description of the alleged sexual act would be "really basic" and not going to "involve descriptions of genitalia or anything of that nature".

The adult film actor, in line with standard court proceedings, was asked if she saw Trump in the courtroom and to identify him. Subsequently, she pointed at the former US president sitting at the defence table during her testimony.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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During her testimony, the 45-year-old also said that Trump dared her to spank him, and she obliged.

"That's bullshit," Trump appeared to say in court, according to Reuters.&nbsp;

<h2>Day 13 of the hush money trial&nbsp;</h2>

1. Blanche&nbsp;asked for a mistrial after Daniel's testimony about the alleged sexual encounter&nbsp;saying that she violated the rules&nbsp;established for her taking the witness stand. However, the judge rejected his&nbsp;request and said while he agreed with&nbsp;Blanche, he blamed the defence for&nbsp;not raising an objection&nbsp;when she was testifying.&nbsp;

2.&nbsp;Before they had sex, Daniels said, Trump&nbsp;blocked the door, but said she didn't feel physically or verbally threatened. She said there was&nbsp;what she perceived to be an imbalance of power. He even told her&nbsp;"this is the only way you're getting out of the trailer park".&nbsp;

3.&nbsp;Daniels testified that she briefly asked about Trump’s wife, Melania, in the hotel room and called her beautiful. To which Trump responded that they did not sleep in the same room, she said.

4.&nbsp;The adult film actor&nbsp;testified that the former US president was wearing satin pyjamas when he welcomed her to his hotel suite.

5.&nbsp;Daniels said&nbsp;that she started appearing in adult films at age 23 and soon was writing and directing them.&nbsp;

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6.&nbsp;Speaking about how she met Trump, Daniels said she met him during a brief introduction at a meet and greet with adult actors and golfers. "He said, 'Oh, you direct too - you must be the smart one,'" she testified.

7.&nbsp;Daniels began her testimony by talking about her upbringing in the US state of Louisiana and how she did ballet growing up and then started exotic dancing in high school.

8.&nbsp;Trump and Daniels ignored each other as she took the stand and is sworn in. The adult film star, whose real name is Stephanie Clifford, took the stand wearing all black, with black-framed glasses.

9.&nbsp; The prosecution argued the testimony was needed to complete the story and establish Daniels’ credibility. “The people call Stormy Daniels,” said prosecutor Hoffinger.&nbsp;

10.&nbsp;Sally Franklin, an executive at Penguin Random House and the first witness of the day, took the stand earlier. Prosecutor Becky Mangold had her read excerpts from the 2004 volume “Trump: How to Get Rich” and his 2005 book “Trump: Think Like a Billionaire”.

(With inputs from agencies) 
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The judge overseeing the historic criminal trial of former United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday (May 7) rejected a mistrial request by Trump's lawyer who argued that adult film actor Stormy Daniels' testimony about the 2006 encounter was irrelevant and would inflame the jury.

The judge overseeing the historic criminal trial of former United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday (May 7) rejected a mistrial request by Trump's lawyer who argued that adult film actor Stormy Daniels' testimony about the 2006 encounter was irrelevant and would inflame the jury. Trump’s lawyer Todd Blanche asked for a mistrial hours after riveting testimony by Daniels, who told the jury about the alleged sexual encounter with Trump and a $130,000 hush money payment. The former president is on trial based on the charges stemming from hush money allegedly paid to Daniels, 45, ahead of the 2016 presidential election. WATCH | Trump Hush Money Trial: Key witness Stormy Daniels takes the stand The prosecutors have alleged that Trump falsified business records to cover up a $130,000 hush money payment his former lawyer Michael Cohen made to Daniels in the run-up to the election. Trump, 77, earlier in the day, said he was “recently told” who the witness would be on Tuesday and complained he should have been given more notice, reported the AP. The former president returned to the Manhattan courthouse a day after Judge Juan Merchan said some of Trump’s posts violated a gag order which restricts him from speaking about the witnesses, jurors, and others involved in the case. Judge Merchan said that the adult film actor would be allowed to testify about the basic details of the encounter and prosecutor Susan Hoffinger assured him that the description of the alleged sexual act would be "really basic" and not going to "involve descriptions of genitalia or anything of that nature". The adult film actor, in line with standard court proceedings, was asked if she saw Trump in the courtroom and to identify him. Subsequently, she pointed at the former US president sitting at the defence table during her testimony. Also Read | Trump Hush Money Trial Day 11: Hope Hicks' testimony and other key takeaways During her testimony, the 45-year-old also said that Trump dared her to spank him, and she obliged. "That's bullshit," Trump appeared to say in court, according to Reuters. Day 13 of the hush money trial 1. Blanche asked for a mistrial after Daniel's testimony about the alleged sexual encounter saying that she violated the rules established for her taking the witness stand. However, the judge rejected his request and said while he agreed with Blanche, he blamed the defence for not raising an objection when she was testifying. 2. Before they had sex, Daniels said, Trump blocked the door, but said she didn't feel physically or verbally threatened. She said there was what she perceived to be an imbalance of power. He even told her "this is the only way you're getting out of the trailer park". 3. Daniels testified that she briefly asked about Trump’s wife, Melania, in the hotel room and called her beautiful. To which Trump responded that they did not sleep in the same room, she said. 4. The adult film actor testified that the former US president was wearing satin pyjamas when he welcomed her to his hotel suite. 5. Daniels said that she started appearing in adult films at age 23 and soon was writing and directing them. Also Watch | Judge warns Trump of potential jail time for violating gag order 6. Speaking about how she met Trump, Daniels said she met him during a brief introduction at a meet and greet with adult actors and golfers. "He said, 'Oh, you direct too - you must be the smart one,'" she testified. 7. Daniels began her testimony by talking about her upbringing in the US state of Louisiana and how she did ballet growing up and then started exotic dancing in high school. 8. Trump and Daniels ignored each other as she took the stand and is sworn in. The adult film star, whose real name is Stephanie Clifford, took the stand wearing all black, with black-framed glasses. 9. The prosecution argued the testimony was needed to complete the story and establish Daniels’ credibility. “The people call Stormy Daniels,” said prosecutor Hoffinger. 10. Sally Franklin, an executive at Penguin Random House and the first witness of the day, took the stand earlier. Prosecutor Becky Mangold had her read excerpts from the 2004 volume “Trump: How to Get Rich” and his 2005 book “Trump: Think Like a Billionaire”. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump hush money trial: Judge rejects mistrial request from defence lawyer over Stormy Daniels testimony

Former US President Donald Trump brushed off warnings that he could be charged for keeping classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago residence. This was revealed after the judge presiding over Trump's classified documents case unsealed a slew of files the documents are related to the FBI's investigation into the former president.

US: Major victory for Trump ahead of elections, Florida judge postpones Trump Documents case

A federal judge Tuesday indefinitely postponed the criminal classified documents trial of former US President Donald Trump, making it unlikely the case will be heard before the November presidential election.

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Stormy Daniels testified at Donald Trump’s criminal trial on Tuesday, setting up a long-awaited showdown between the former US president and the porn star. Watch in for more details!

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The judge presiding over Donald Trump's hush money trial has fined him $1,000 for violating his gag order and sternly warned the former president that additional violation could result in jail time. Watch in for more details!

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Finally weighing in on the 2024 US Presidential elections, Allan Lichtman, who has earned the title of "Nostradamus of US presidential elections," says that incumbent President Joe Biden has an edge over former President Donald Trump.

Finally weighing in on the 2024 US Presidential elections, Allan Lichtman, who has earned the title of "Nostradamus of US presidential elections," says that incumbent President Joe Biden has an edge over former President Donald Trump. Lichtman has acquired the nickname of Nostradamus, a 16th-century French astrologer, whose forecasts are still well-recognised today. Lichtman had accurately predicted the outcome of nine of the previous 10 elections. With the use of a method he created, dubbed "13 Keys to the White House," Lichtman, a history professor at the American University in Washington, has predicted the outcome of almost every US presidential election since 1984. "The 13 keys are simple to use: if 8 or more of the 13 keys are true for the incumbent party, its candidate will win the election—but if fewer than 8 are true, the challenger will win," the American University website description of the method reads. Also read: Trump blasts Biden, says 'every single thing he touches turns to sh**,' pledges world peace Lichtman told NDTV that he has not made a final prediction yet, but according to the '13 keys to the White House' model which has been correct since 1984 - 10 elections in a row, a lot would have to go wrong for Joe Biden to lose this election as he is just down by just two keys. Current polls suggest that President Joe Biden is trailing behind former President Donald Trump. He stressed that it is too early to predict the likely conclusion of the 2024 campaign between Biden and Trump. What are the '13 Keys to the White House'? Here are the 13 keys to the White House as written on the American University website: Party mandate: After the midterm elections, the incumbent party holds more seats in the US House of Representatives than after the previous midterm elections. Contest: There is no serious contest for the incumbent party nomination. Incumbency: The incumbent party candidate is the sitting president. Third party: There is no significant third party or independent campaign. Short term economy: The economy is not in recession during the election campaign. Long term economy: Real per capita economic growth during the term equals or exceeds mean growth during the previous two terms. Policy change: The incumbent administration effects major changes in national policy. Social unrest: There is no sustained social unrest during the term. Scandal: The incumbent administration is untainted by major scandal. Foreign/military failure: The incumbent administration suffers no major failure in foreign or military affairs. Foreign/military success: The incumbent administration achieves a major success in foreign or military affairs. Incumbent charisma: The incumbent party candidate is charismatic or a national hero. Challenger charisma: The challenging party candidate is not charismatic or a national hero. (With inputs from agencies)

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