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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The judge in Donald Trump's criminal trial fined him $1,000 and held him in contempt of court for a 10th time on Monday for violating a gag order and warned that further violations could land the former president in jail. Watch in for more details!

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<p>The judge presiding over Donald Trump's criminal trial&nbsp;fined him $1,000 on Monday (May 6), for breaching the gag order for the tenth time.</p>

<p>Justice Juan Merchan cautioned that he would contemplate incarcerating Trump for any subsequent infractions. Merchan noted that the nine fines of $1,000 each imposed previously did not appear to dissuade Trump from violating the gag order, which prohibits him from publicly discussing jurors, witnesses, and the families of the judge and prosecutors if such remarks try to interfere with the case.</p>

<p>Merchan stated that he saw jail time as "truly the last resort" for several reasons, including the trial's disruption, the political implications of imprisoning a leading presidential candidate before an election, and the exceptional security challenges of detaining a former president with ongoing Secret Service protection.</p>

<p>Nonetheless, he said that Trump's persistent and deliberate violations of the gag order amounted to a "direct attack on the rule of law."</p>

<p>“I do not want to impose a jail sanction and have done everything I can to avoid doing so. But I will if necessary,” Merchan said from the bench in the absence of the jury.</p>

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<p>Under New York law, breaching a court-issued gag order can result in fines reaching $1,000 or imprisonment for a maximum of 30 days.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Merchan imposed a $1,000 fine on Monday for an April 22 broadcast interview in which the Republican former president said: "That jury was picked so fast - 95% Democrats. The area's mostly all Democrat."</p>

<h2><strong>What's the case against Trump?</strong></h2>

<p>New York prosecutors have accused Trump of lying about his business records to hide a $130,000 payment to a porn star named Stormy Daniels, who says she had sex with him in 2006. Trump says he didn't do it and denies having sex with Daniels.</p>

<p>Trump often complains that he can't talk to voters much because of a rule that stops him from talking about the case.</p>

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<p>Before a meeting on Monday, Trump didn't talk about Cohen, his old lawyer who will likely speak in the trial. But he kept saying that New York prosecutors are teaming up with President Joe Biden to hurt his chances in politics. He also said the judge has a problem because his daughter works for Democrats. Trump's lawyers tried to get the judge off the case, but they didn't succeed.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The judge presiding over Donald Trump's criminal trial fined him $1,000 on Monday (May 6), for breaching the gag order for the tenth time. Justice Juan Merchan cautioned that he would contemplate incarcerating Trump for any subsequent infractions.

The judge presiding over Donald Trump's criminal trial fined him $1,000 on Monday (May 6), for breaching the gag order for the tenth time. Justice Juan Merchan cautioned that he would contemplate incarcerating Trump for any subsequent infractions. Merchan noted that the nine fines of $1,000 each imposed previously did not appear to dissuade Trump from violating the gag order, which prohibits him from publicly discussing jurors, witnesses, and the families of the judge and prosecutors if such remarks try to interfere with the case. Merchan stated that he saw jail time as "truly the last resort" for several reasons, including the trial's disruption, the political implications of imprisoning a leading presidential candidate before an election, and the exceptional security challenges of detaining a former president with ongoing Secret Service protection. Nonetheless, he said that Trump's persistent and deliberate violations of the gag order amounted to a "direct attack on the rule of law." “I do not want to impose a jail sanction and have done everything I can to avoid doing so. But I will if necessary,” Merchan said from the bench in the absence of the jury. Also read | Kristi Noem, Trump VP contender, suggests Biden’s dog Commander should be killed too Under New York law, breaching a court-issued gag order can result in fines reaching $1,000 or imprisonment for a maximum of 30 days. Merchan imposed a $1,000 fine on Monday for an April 22 broadcast interview in which the Republican former president said: "That jury was picked so fast - 95% Democrats. The area's mostly all Democrat." What's the case against Trump? New York prosecutors have accused Trump of lying about his business records to hide a $130,000 payment to a porn star named Stormy Daniels, who says she had sex with him in 2006. Trump says he didn't do it and denies having sex with Daniels. Trump often complains that he can't talk to voters much because of a rule that stops him from talking about the case. Also watch | Donald Trump to announce his second-in-command in a few weeks: Reports Before a meeting on Monday, Trump didn't talk about Cohen, his old lawyer who will likely speak in the trial. But he kept saying that New York prosecutors are teaming up with President Joe Biden to hurt his chances in politics. He also said the judge has a problem because his daughter works for Democrats. Trump's lawyers tried to get the judge off the case, but they didn't succeed. (With inputs from agencies)

Judge fines Trump $1,000 for 10th gag order breach, warns of jail time

Donald Trump Gag Order: Judge warns of jail time for further violations

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<p>McLaren have issued a statement, defending their decision to allow former US president Donald Trump to visit their garage at the Miami Grand Prix that concluded on Sunday (May 5) with a first top podium finish for Lando Norris. A section of Formula 1 fans, however, did not like the presence of Trump and criticised the British motorsport company.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump, who lives in Florida, was among the several VIPs to descend to the race track and the paddock in Miami. He was seen interacting with Norris while posing for photos with team chief executive Zak Brown in the pit lane outside the garage.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Amid the online criticism, McLaren issued a statement saying that the organisation was honoured to host Trump at the request of the FIA boss.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>“McLaren is a non-political organisation, however, we recognise and respect the office of President of the United States so when the request was made to visit our garage on race day we accepted alongside the president of the FIA and the CEO’s of Liberty Media and Formula 1," read the statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“We were honoured that McLaren Racing was chosen as the representative of F1 which gave us the opportunity to showcase the world-class engineering that we bring to motorsport," it added.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Norris’ lucky charm - Trump&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Quizzed after the race where Norris managed to outpace Red Bull's Max Verstappen to win his maiden Formula 1 race, the British driver said Trump came to congratulate him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He came up to congratulate me. So I guess an honour, because whenever you have someone like this, it has to be an honour for them to come up to you, to take time out of their life, to pay their respect for what you’ve done," said Norris.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“He said he was my lucky charm because it’s my win, so I don’t know if he’s going to come to more races now. But there’s a lot of special people or cool people that have been here this weekend. Donald is someone that you got to have a lot of respect for in many ways," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump, one of the most polarising figures in the US, has been on the campaign trail to secure a second term as the president. He has already secured the nomination from the GOP and would be going up against Joe Biden, later this year.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


McLaren have issued a statement, defending their decision to allow former US president Donald Trump to visit their garage at the Miami Grand Prix that concluded on Sunday (May 5) with a first top podium finish for Lando Norris.

McLaren have issued a statement, defending their decision to allow former US president Donald Trump to visit their garage at the Miami Grand Prix that concluded on Sunday (May 5) with a first top podium finish for Lando Norris. A section of Formula 1 fans, however, did not like the presence of Trump and criticised the British motorsport company. Trump, who lives in Florida, was among the several VIPs to descend to the race track and the paddock in Miami. He was seen interacting with Norris while posing for photos with team chief executive Zak Brown in the pit lane outside the garage. Amid the online criticism, McLaren issued a statement saying that the organisation was honoured to host Trump at the request of the FIA boss. “McLaren is a non-political organisation, however, we recognise and respect the office of President of the United States so when the request was made to visit our garage on race day we accepted alongside the president of the FIA and the CEO’s of Liberty Media and Formula 1," read the statement. “We were honoured that McLaren Racing was chosen as the representative of F1 which gave us the opportunity to showcase the world-class engineering that we bring to motorsport," it added. View this post on Instagram A post shared by McLaren (@mclaren) × Also read | Nationality bias in F1? Fernando Alonso levels serious allegation following Miami GP sprint incident Norris’ lucky charm - Trump Quizzed after the race where Norris managed to outpace Red Bull's Max Verstappen to win his maiden Formula 1 race, the British driver said Trump came to congratulate him. "He came up to congratulate me. So I guess an honour, because whenever you have someone like this, it has to be an honour for them to come up to you, to take time out of their life, to pay their respect for what you’ve done," said Norris. “He said he was my lucky charm because it’s my win, so I don’t know if he’s going to come to more races now. But there’s a lot of special people or cool people that have been here this weekend. Donald is someone that you got to have a lot of respect for in many ways," he added. Trump, one of the most polarising figures in the US, has been on the campaign trail to secure a second term as the president. He has already secured the nomination from the GOP and would be going up against Joe Biden, later this year. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Over 2,100 people have been arrested in pro-Palestinian protests across US&nbsp;campuses, with the faculty at UCLA joining students in demonstrations, amid concerns for student safety. Meanwhile, in the ongoing hush money trial of former US president Donald Trump, allegations of extortion have surfaced, marking a contentious Day 10 in court.</p>

<p>In other news, former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, now jailed, has in an article claimed that the only option left for the military establishment is to murder him and that he prefers death over what he calls "slavery."</p>

<p>In Indian politics, Rahul Gandhi will run for the Lok Sabha seat in Rae Bareli, taking over the spot from his mother, Sonia Gandhi, who recently moved to the Rajya Sabha.</p>

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<p>Pro-Palestinian protestors at UCLA received unexpected support this week. Faculty members, alerted by a student call for help, volunteered to join the protest.</p>

<p>"Students expressed feeling unsafe," said Graeme Blair, a political science professor, "and they wanted our assistance in improving the situation."</p>

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<p>Donald Trump, after a day slamming his democrat rival Joe Biden in campaign rallies, returned to court on Thursday (May 2) for his hush-money trial.&nbsp;Day 10 of the trial saw Trump and his team allege that the hush money was nothing short of "extortion".</p>

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Over 2,100 people have been arrested in pro-Palestinian protests across US campuses, with the faculty at UCLA joining students in demonstrations, amid concerns for student safety.

Over 2,100 people have been arrested in pro-Palestinian protests across US campuses, with the faculty at UCLA joining students in demonstrations, amid concerns for student safety. Meanwhile, in the ongoing hush money trial of former US president Donald Trump, allegations of extortion have surfaced, marking a contentious Day 10 in court. In other news, former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, now jailed, has in an article claimed that the only option left for the military establishment is to murder him and that he prefers death over what he calls "slavery." In Indian politics, Rahul Gandhi will run for the Lok Sabha seat in Rae Bareli, taking over the spot from his mother, Sonia Gandhi, who recently moved to the Rajya Sabha. Click on the headlines to read more Over 2,100 people have been arrested during pro-Palestinian protests at US campuses: Report Pro-Palestinian protestors at UCLA received unexpected support this week. Faculty members, alerted by a student call for help, volunteered to join the protest. "Students expressed feeling unsafe," said Graeme Blair, a political science professor, "and they wanted our assistance in improving the situation." 'Extortion' allegations, and more, here's what happened on Day 10 of Trump hush money trial Donald Trump, after a day slamming his democrat rival Joe Biden in campaign rallies, returned to court on Thursday (May 2) for his hush-money trial. Day 10 of the trial saw Trump and his team allege that the hush money was nothing short of "extortion". All that is left for Pakistan military establishment is to murder me: Ex-PM Imran Khan writes from jail Jailed former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan has said that the military establishment in the country would murder him, adding he would prefer death to slavery. In an article for the British daily, The Telegraph, Khan, the chairperson of the Pakistan-Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), wrote on Thursday (May 2) that in today's time, Pakistan and its people stand in confrontation with each other. Rahul Gandhi to contest Lok Sabha polls from Rae Bareli, KL Sharma from Amethi The suspense over nominations in two Congress strongholds in north India—Amethi and Rae Bareli— has finally ended. Surprisingly, Rahul Gandhi has been announced as the party candidate from Rae Bareli, the seat vacated by his mother Sonia Gandhi when she moved to Rajya Sabha. Watch | Israel war: Top Israeli ministers huddle over Rafah

Morning news brief: US campus protests; Trump hush money trial; and more

Not a day goes by without Donald Trump issuing shocking comments or statements that make headlines. The former US president has warned that he will not accept the election results in Wisconsin this year, he said in an interview on Wednesday.

Will Trump supporters resort to a redo of Capitol Hill riots?

<p>Across bi-partisan lines, a group of US House members have launched a 'Dog Lovers Caucus,' dedicated to man's best friend amid the puppy killing controversy involving Donald Trump's potential running mate&nbsp;Kristi Noem.</p>

<p>Taking to X, Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-Fla.), one of the people behind the caucus, said "In light of recent events, we're launching the Congressional Dog Lovers Caucus today!".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This group dedicated to man’s best friend aims to foster bipartisan cooperation and will help put paws over politics," he added.</p>

<p>Along with this was a collage of photos featuring Representatives Nancy Mace (R-SC.) and Susan Wild (D-Pa), alongside Moskowitz, each holding a dog.</p>

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<h2><strong>What is Kristi Noem's 'Puppy Killer' controversy</strong></h2>

<p>Kristi Noem, the South Dakota Governor and a potential running mate of Donald Trump for 2024, recently shocked Americans by publishing details of how she killed her family dog 'Cricket'.</p>

<p>In her forthcoming memoir, <em>No Going Back</em>, Noem, according to excerpts published by The Guardian, wrote, "I hated that dog."</p>

<p>She describes how after a hunting excursion gone awry, she took the "untrainable" 14-month-old puppy to a gravel pit and shot her.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Noem, in her book, details how Cricket spoiled a pheasant hunt with her "excitement," before killing several chickens belonging to a local family.</p>

<p>"It was not a pleasant job, but it had to be done," she wrote.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/extortion-allegations-and-more-heres-what-happened-on-day-10-of-trump-hush-money-trial-717544">'Extortion' allegations and more: Here's what happened on Day 10 of Trump hush money trial</a></strong></p>

<p>She then goes on to describe how she killed a "nasty and mean" goat.</p>

<p>Noem is in the 'dog house' for her revelation.</p>

<p>In America, dogs occupy a special place in people's hearts and leaders, as per AFP, "often get pilloried when they mistreat canines," a fact Donald Trump knows too well.</p>

<p>In 2017, he faced dog drama when his critics noted the fact that Trump, who is once again in the race to the White House, was the only US President in more than 100 years without a presidential canine companion.</p>

<h2><strong>Cruella de Vil</strong></h2>

<p>Shocked by Noem's story, citizens were quick to label her Cruella, after the notorious character from Disney's 101 Dalmatians.</p>

<p>President Joe Biden's team too jumped at the opportunity, posting "Trump VP contender Kristi Noem brags about shooting her 14-month-old puppy to death".</p>

<p>Calling reports of the shooting 'fake news', Noem in an interview with Fox News said that the dog in question was "extremely dangerous" and deserved her fate.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-vp-contender-south-dakota-governor-kristi-noem-defends-killing-her-dog-in-new-book-715707">Trump VP contender, South Dakota governor Kristi Noem, defends killing her 14-month-old dog</a></strong></p>

<p>"You know how the fake news works," she said, adding "They leave out some or most of the facts of a story, they put the worst spin on it. And that's what’s happened in this case."</p>

<p>"I hope people really do buy this book, and they find out the truth of the story because the truth of the story is that <em>this was a working dog, and it was not a puppy</em>. It was a dog that was extremely dangerous," she claimed.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Across bi-partisan lines, a group of US House members have launched a 'Dog Lovers Caucus,' dedicated to man's best friend amid the puppy killing controversy involving Donald Trump's potential running mate Kristi Noem.

Across bi-partisan lines, a group of US House members have launched a 'Dog Lovers Caucus,' dedicated to man's best friend amid the puppy killing controversy involving Donald Trump's potential running mate Kristi Noem. Taking to X, Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-Fla.), one of the people behind the caucus, said "In light of recent events, we're launching the Congressional Dog Lovers Caucus today!". "This group dedicated to man’s best friend aims to foster bipartisan cooperation and will help put paws over politics," he added. Along with this was a collage of photos featuring Representatives Nancy Mace (R-SC.) and Susan Wild (D-Pa), alongside Moskowitz, each holding a dog. In light of recent events, we’re launching the Congressional Dog Lovers Caucus today! This group dedicated to man’s best friend aims to foster bipartisan cooperation and will help put paws over politics. 🐾 pic.twitter.com/54TvFu2PLJ — Congressman Jared Moskowitz (@RepMoskowitz) May 2, 2024 × What is Kristi Noem's 'Puppy Killer' controversy Kristi Noem, the South Dakota Governor and a potential running mate of Donald Trump for 2024, recently shocked Americans by publishing details of how she killed her family dog 'Cricket'. In her forthcoming memoir, No Going Back, Noem, according to excerpts published by The Guardian, wrote, "I hated that dog." She describes how after a hunting excursion gone awry, she took the "untrainable" 14-month-old puppy to a gravel pit and shot her. Noem, in her book, details how Cricket spoiled a pheasant hunt with her "excitement," before killing several chickens belonging to a local family. "It was not a pleasant job, but it had to be done," she wrote. Also read | 'Extortion' allegations and more: Here's what happened on Day 10 of Trump hush money trial She then goes on to describe how she killed a "nasty and mean" goat. Noem is in the 'dog house' for her revelation. In America, dogs occupy a special place in people's hearts and leaders, as per AFP, "often get pilloried when they mistreat canines," a fact Donald Trump knows too well. In 2017, he faced dog drama when his critics noted the fact that Trump, who is once again in the race to the White House, was the only US President in more than 100 years without a presidential canine companion. Cruella de Vil Shocked by Noem's story, citizens were quick to label her Cruella, after the notorious character from Disney's 101 Dalmatians. President Joe Biden's team too jumped at the opportunity, posting "Trump VP contender Kristi Noem brags about shooting her 14-month-old puppy to death". Calling reports of the shooting 'fake news', Noem in an interview with Fox News said that the dog in question was "extremely dangerous" and deserved her fate. Also read | Trump VP contender, South Dakota governor Kristi Noem, defends killing her 14-month-old dog "You know how the fake news works," she said, adding "They leave out some or most of the facts of a story, they put the worst spin on it. And that's what’s happened in this case." "I hope people really do buy this book, and they find out the truth of the story because the truth of the story is that this was a working dog, and it was not a puppy. It was a dog that was extremely dangerous," she claimed. (With inputs from agencies)

US lawmakers launch 'dog lovers caucus' as Trump potential running mate 'puppy killer' Kristi Noem goes viral

<p>Donald Trump, amid his ongoing hush money trial, on Wednesday (May 1) took the opportunity to campaign in Wisconsin and Michigan, and slammed his Democratic rival President Joe Biden.</p>

<h2><strong>Speeches, grievances, and more</strong></h2>

<p>Trump's speeches maintained his typical flair, blending criticism&nbsp;of the Biden administration with personal grievances over his legal challenges.</p>

<p>Blasting his Democratic rival Biden during a speech in Freeland&nbsp;(Michigan), Trump, as per AFP, said: "Every single thing he touches turns to s**t."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Slamming&nbsp;Biden for his "incompetence" which Trump said had brought the planet "to the brink of nuclear war," the former US president&nbsp;claimed he was the only one who could&nbsp;"prevent World War III".</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-needs-to-end-university-protests-find-truce-in-gaza-as-trump-compares-them-to-jan-6-riot-717087">Trump compares campus protests to Jan 6 riots, as Biden pushes for Gaza truce to stave off political heat</a></strong></p>

<p>In Waukesha, Wisconsin, Trump focused on Biden's economic and immigration policies, which he argues have been detrimental to the country.</p>

<p>Slamming Biden for being too passive about the ongoing pro-Palestinian protests on college campuses across the US, he accused the President of allowing the country to be "invaded" by migrant hordes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The ex-president shifted gears in Michigan and intensified&nbsp;his rhetoric with sharp language and accusations, including claims that Biden is orchestrating the 88 felony charges against him.</p>

<p>"I've got to do two of these things a day," he told a sea of supporters at his Michigan rally.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-rigging-allegations-trump-refuses-to-dismiss-possibility-of-violence-if-he-loses-in-2024-elections-716844">Amid 'rigging' allegations, Trump refuses to dismiss possibility of violence if he loses 2024 elections</a></strong></p>

<p>"You know why? Because I'm in New York all the time with the Biden trial -- a fake trial that all of the legal scholars say is a disgrace," he claimed.</p>

<p>"I have come here today from New York City where I'm being forced to sit for days on end in a kangaroo courtroom with a corrupt and conflicted judge enduring a Biden Sideshow trial at the hands of a Marxist district attorney," he complained.</p>

<h2><strong>Leveraging the media spotlight</strong></h2>

<p>Throughout the rallies, Donald Trump's legal woes were a central theme; he portrayed the New York trial as a "fake trial" and criticised the judiciary, claiming a lack of evidence for the charges against him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This trial, where Trump is accused of making 'hush money' payments to porn star Stormy Daniels, marks the first time a former US president faces criminal charges.</p>

<p>Despite the legal challenges he faces, Trump, speaking to the press outside the Manhattan courthouse, has repeatedly sought to use the spotlight to reiterate his narrative of being a victim of political persecution.&nbsp;</p>

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Donald Trump, amid his ongoing hush money trial, on Wednesday (May 1) took the opportunity to campaign in Wisconsin and Michigan, and slammed his Democratic rival President Joe Biden.

Donald Trump, amid his ongoing hush money trial, on Wednesday (May 1) took the opportunity to campaign in Wisconsin and Michigan, and slammed his Democratic rival President Joe Biden. Speeches, grievances, and more Trump's speeches maintained his typical flair, blending criticism of the Biden administration with personal grievances over his legal challenges. Blasting his Democratic rival Biden during a speech in Freeland (Michigan), Trump, as per AFP, said: "Every single thing he touches turns to s**t." Slamming Biden for his "incompetence" which Trump said had brought the planet "to the brink of nuclear war," the former US president claimed he was the only one who could "prevent World War III". Also read | Trump compares campus protests to Jan 6 riots, as Biden pushes for Gaza truce to stave off political heat In Waukesha, Wisconsin, Trump focused on Biden's economic and immigration policies, which he argues have been detrimental to the country. Slamming Biden for being too passive about the ongoing pro-Palestinian protests on college campuses across the US, he accused the President of allowing the country to be "invaded" by migrant hordes. The ex-president shifted gears in Michigan and intensified his rhetoric with sharp language and accusations, including claims that Biden is orchestrating the 88 felony charges against him. "I've got to do two of these things a day," he told a sea of supporters at his Michigan rally. Also read | Amid 'rigging' allegations, Trump refuses to dismiss possibility of violence if he loses 2024 elections "You know why? Because I'm in New York all the time with the Biden trial -- a fake trial that all of the legal scholars say is a disgrace," he claimed. "I have come here today from New York City where I'm being forced to sit for days on end in a kangaroo courtroom with a corrupt and conflicted judge enduring a Biden Sideshow trial at the hands of a Marxist district attorney," he complained. Leveraging the media spotlight Throughout the rallies, Donald Trump's legal woes were a central theme; he portrayed the New York trial as a "fake trial" and criticised the judiciary, claiming a lack of evidence for the charges against him. This trial, where Trump is accused of making 'hush money' payments to porn star Stormy Daniels, marks the first time a former US president faces criminal charges. Despite the legal challenges he faces, Trump, speaking to the press outside the Manhattan courthouse, has repeatedly sought to use the spotlight to reiterate his narrative of being a victim of political persecution. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump blasts Biden, says 'every single thing he touches turns to sh**,' pledges world peace

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<p>New York City police have arrested dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University after a late-night operation. In other news, the US military has destroyed an unmanned surface vessel in Yemen, which was in an area controlled by the Houthi forces.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, former US President Donald Trump has hinted at the possibility of violence similar to the Capitol riots if he loses the upcoming 2024 election, even as he alleges&nbsp;election rigging.</p>

<p>Multiple schools in Delhi-NCR were evacuated following bomb threats, heightening security concerns in the region.</p>

<p>Finally, the World Health Organization has issued a warning against the use of unpasteurised dairy products after detecting the bird flu virus in 34 cattle herds.</p>

<p><strong>Click on the headlines to read more</strong></p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-york-police-enter-columbia-building-barricaded-by-students-as-protests-716835">New York police enter Columbia university, dozens of protesters arrested</a></strong></p>

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<p>New York City police moved in on Columbia University late Tuesday (Apr 30), encountering dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters still occupying parts of the campus.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-military-destroys-uncrewed-surface-vessel-in-yemen-716850">US military destroys uncrewed surface vessel in Yemen</a></strong></p>

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<p>The US military said on Tuesday (Apr 30) it destroyed an uncrewed surface vessel (USV) in an area of Yemen controlled by the Houthis.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-rigging-allegations-trump-refuses-to-dismiss-possibility-of-violence-if-he-loses-in-2024-elections-716844">Amid 'rigging' allegations, Trump refuses to dismiss possibility of violence if he loses in 2024 elections</a></strong></p>

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<p>Former US president Donald Trump, who is seeking reelection in the 2024 US elections, has refused to rule out Capitol riots like violence if he loses the election.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/four-schools-in-delhi-ncr-receive-bomb-threats-prompting-immediate-evacuations-716857">Multiple schools in Delhi-NCR receive bomb threats, prompting immediate evacuations</a></strong></p>

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<p>Multiple schools in the Indian national capital Delhi and adjoining NCR (National Capital Region) received bomb threats on Wednesday (May 1) morning, police officials said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Bird Flu: WHO warns against using unpasteurised dairy products, virus detected in 34 cattle herds</strong></p>

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New York City police have arrested dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University after a late-night operation. In other news, the US military has destroyed an unmanned surface vessel in Yemen, which was in an area controlled by the Houthi forces.

New York City police have arrested dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University after a late-night operation. In other news, the US military has destroyed an unmanned surface vessel in Yemen, which was in an area controlled by the Houthi forces. Meanwhile, former US President Donald Trump has hinted at the possibility of violence similar to the Capitol riots if he loses the upcoming 2024 election, even as he alleges election rigging. Multiple schools in Delhi-NCR were evacuated following bomb threats, heightening security concerns in the region. Finally, the World Health Organization has issued a warning against the use of unpasteurised dairy products after detecting the bird flu virus in 34 cattle herds. Click on the headlines to read more New York police enter Columbia university, dozens of protesters arrested New York City police moved in on Columbia University late Tuesday (Apr 30), encountering dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters still occupying parts of the campus. US military destroys uncrewed surface vessel in Yemen The US military said on Tuesday (Apr 30) it destroyed an uncrewed surface vessel (USV) in an area of Yemen controlled by the Houthis. Amid 'rigging' allegations, Trump refuses to dismiss possibility of violence if he loses in 2024 elections Former US president Donald Trump, who is seeking reelection in the 2024 US elections, has refused to rule out Capitol riots like violence if he loses the election. Multiple schools in Delhi-NCR receive bomb threats, prompting immediate evacuations Multiple schools in the Indian national capital Delhi and adjoining NCR (National Capital Region) received bomb threats on Wednesday (May 1) morning, police officials said. Watch | Bird Flu: WHO warns against using unpasteurised dairy products, virus detected in 34 cattle herds

Morning news brief: Delhi schools bomb threat; NY police enter Columbia amid protests; and more

<p>Former US&nbsp;president Donald Trump, who is seeking reelection in the 2024 US elections, has refused to rule out Capitol riots like violence if he loses the election.</p>

<p>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."</p>

<p>When asked "but, what if you don't win?," the businessman evasively answered, "If we don't win, you know, it depends. It always depends on the fairness of an election."</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-cant-rule-out-building-detention-camps-in-us-for-illegal-migrants-716796">Trump says&nbsp;‘can’t&nbsp;rule out’&nbsp;building detention camps in US for illegal&nbsp;migrants</a></strong></p>

<p>This comes as, once again, he alleged election "rigging".</p>

<h2><strong>'Rigged' elections</strong></h2>

<p>Taking to his social media platform Truth Social, Donald Trump on Tuesday accused Judge Juan Merchan, the judge presiding over his hush money trial in Manhattan, of "rigging" the 2024 election. The accusation comes after Judge Merchan ruled that the ex-president violated a gag order stemming from the case.</p>

<p>"This Judge has taken away my Constitutional Right to FREE SPEECH. I am the only Presidential Candidate in History to be GAGGED," wrote Trump.</p>

<p>"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.</p>

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<p>Earlier on Tuesday, the judge found Trump's posts on Truth Social violating a gag order&nbsp;imposed last month.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-hush-money-trial-former-president-fined-9000-for-violating-gag-order-716742">Trump hush money trial: Former US president fined $9,000 for violating gag order</a></strong></p>

<p>Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's office had accused Trump of violating the order 14 times since its imposition. Finding Donald Trump in violation of the order on nine separate occasions via his social media posts, he was ordered to pay $9,000 in total, a $1,000 fine per violation.</p>

<h2><strong>Raising the stakes</strong></h2>

<p>Also on Tuesday, a filing showed that Trump has raised his stake in Trump Media &amp; Technology Group (TMTG), the company that operates his social media app Truth Social to nearly 65 per cent. As per Reuters, last week, the Republican presidential candidate secured 36 million shares of TMTG.</p>

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Former US president Donald Trump, who is seeking reelection in the 2024 US elections, has refused to rule out Capitol riots like violence if he loses the election.

Former US president Donald Trump, who is seeking reelection in the 2024 US elections, has refused to rule out Capitol riots like violence if he loses the election. 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 businessman evasively answered, "If we don't win, you know, it depends. It always depends on the fairness of an election." Also read | Trump says ‘can’t rule out’ building detention camps in US for illegal migrants This comes as, once again, he alleged election "rigging". 'Rigged' elections Taking to his social media platform Truth Social, Donald Trump on Tuesday accused Judge Juan Merchan, the judge presiding over his hush money trial in Manhattan, of "rigging" the 2024 election. The accusation comes after Judge Merchan ruled that the ex-president violated a gag order stemming from the case. "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. × Earlier on Tuesday, the judge found Trump's posts on Truth Social violating a gag order imposed last month. Also read | Trump hush money trial: Former US president fined $9,000 for violating gag order Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's office had accused Trump of violating the order 14 times since its imposition. Finding Donald Trump in violation of the order on nine separate occasions via his social media posts, he was ordered to pay $9,000 in total, a $1,000 fine per violation. Raising the stakes Also on Tuesday, a filing showed that Trump has raised his stake in Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), the company that operates his social media app Truth Social to nearly 65 per cent. As per Reuters, last week, the Republican presidential candidate secured 36 million shares of TMTG. (With inputs from agencies)

Amid 'rigging' allegations, Trump refuses to dismiss possibility of violence if he loses 2024 elections

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<p>Former United States president Donald Trump on Tuesday (Apr 30) compared the ongoing university protests in the country to the January 6 Capitol attack. He lamented that the pro-Palestine protesters at Columbia University could be treated leniently&nbsp;than the rioters who stormed the Capitol in 2021.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, spoke in the hallway outside a Manhattan courtroom where his&nbsp;criminal trial in hush money case is taking place. The former president questioned whether student demonstrators would be treated the same way as his supporters who attacked the Capitol on Jan 6.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-blinken-meets-israeli-pm-netanyahu-talks-about-gaza-aid-ceasefire-and-more-717081">Blinken meets Israeli PM Netanyahu, talks about Gaza aid, ceasefire and more</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>The Gaza war began with the Hamas attack on October 7 that led to the deaths of about 1,170 people in Israel, according to an AFP tally of Israeli official figures.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In retaliation, Israel vowed to wipe out Hamas and launched an offensive that has killed at least 34,356 people in Gaza so far, according to the Hamas-run health ministry.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Palestinian militants also took some 250 hostages on October 7. Israel estimates 129 remain in Gaza, including 34 believed to be dead. Now, a truce deal is hanging by a thread, with Israel demanding their release, and&nbsp;Hamas asking for a complete ceasefire.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The six-month-old war has deteriorated humanitarian conditions in the Gaza Strip. People struggling for food, clean water, medicines, and other basic amenities. Fears are also looming over a possible invasion of Rafah, where more than one million people have sought refuge from months of Israeli bombardment, which will be catastrophic.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-york-police-enter-columbia-building-barricaded-by-students-as-protests-716835">NYPD removes pro-Palestinian protesters from Columbia University, dozens arrested</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Now, global calls are being made, urging both sides to finalise a hostage deal and ceasefire, which appears to be unlikely as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said to invade Rafah "with or without a deal".&nbsp;</p>

<p>People around the world are showing frustration over both situations - hostages and the humanitarian crisis in the Strip, with top US campuses becoming centre-stage of demonstrations. The war has sparked anger and division among people. In US universities, some Jewish students feel targeted and abused while others have taken leading roles in demonstrations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Israel-Hamas war has put West Asia on the brink of a broader conflict, even fears of a nuclear threat, with recent escalation involving Iran, but the student&nbsp;protests over the Gaza war have turned into a new US political battleground.</p>

<p>President Joe Biden is pushing hard for a truce, which he hopes would be the extinguisher to douse the flames of war besides serving as a much-needed force for his presidency.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Otherwise, the university protests would most likely become a burning issue in the presidential elections, scheduled for later this year. One of the reasons why <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/blinken-urges-hamas-to-agree-gaza-truce-as-he-meets-israel-leaders-717009">Secretary of State Antony Blinken</a> is pressing for&nbsp;truce, while reiterating US opposition to an Israeli assault on the crowded Gaza city of Rafah.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump and other prominent Republicans are not shying away from seizing the political opportunity the ongoing campus protests have provided.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Why has Netanyahu failed to secure the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza War so far?</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Clashes erupt at UCLA campus&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The protests have intensified with clashes breaking out at pro-Palestinian demonstrations on the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles on Wednesday (May 1), forcing police to take action. At UCLA, a tent encampment was set up last week.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Local media reported that the clashes erupted between rival pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli groups. This comes as dozens of universities around the US, including Columbia University and New York City, struggle to contain similar protests.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a post on social platform X, LA police said, "At the request of UCLA, due to multiple acts of violence within the large encampment on their campus, the LAPD is responding to assist UCLA PD, and other law enforcement agencies, to restore order and maintain public safety."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Authorities have also made dozens of arrests on campuses across the nation after skirmishes between pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian demonstrators.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The initial days of protests were peaceful, but they turned violent with an expansion of the size of the pro-Palestinian encampment at UCLA in recent days. The counter-protesters have become increasingly vocal and visible on the campus.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a report by the news agency Reuters, Mary Osako, who is UCLA's vice chancellor for UCLA strategic communications, said that chaos erupted when some demonstrators broke through a barrier that the school had set up to separate the two factions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Images and videos shared on social media showed protesters and counter-protesters clashing with sticks and tearing down metal barricades.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Some were seen launching fireworks or hurling objects at each other in the dark, which lit up with laser pointers and bright flashlights.&nbsp;</p>

<p>UCLA Chancellor Gene D Block warned ahead of clashes that protesters including "both members of the UCLA community and others unaffiliated with our campus" had set up a camp last week.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Many of the demonstrators, as well as counter-demonstrators who have come to the area, have been peaceful in their activism," Block wrote in a letter posted on the university website on Tuesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"But the tactics of others have frankly been shocking and shameful. We have seen instances of violence. These incidents have put many on our campus, especially our Jewish students, in a state of anxiety and fear," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Former United States president Donald Trump on Tuesday (Apr 30) compared the ongoing university protests in the country to the January 6 Capitol attack. He lamented that the pro-Palestine protesters at Columbia University could be treated leniently than the rioters who stormed the Capitol in 2021.

Former United States president Donald Trump on Tuesday (Apr 30) compared the ongoing university protests in the country to the January 6 Capitol attack. He lamented that the pro-Palestine protesters at Columbia University could be treated leniently than the rioters who stormed the Capitol in 2021. Trump, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, spoke in the hallway outside a Manhattan courtroom where his criminal trial in hush money case is taking place. The former president questioned whether student demonstrators would be treated the same way as his supporters who attacked the Capitol on Jan 6. Also read: Blinken meets Israeli PM Netanyahu, talks about Gaza aid, ceasefire and more The Gaza war began with the Hamas attack on October 7 that led to the deaths of about 1,170 people in Israel, according to an AFP tally of Israeli official figures. In retaliation, Israel vowed to wipe out Hamas and launched an offensive that has killed at least 34,356 people in Gaza so far, according to the Hamas-run health ministry. Palestinian militants also took some 250 hostages on October 7. Israel estimates 129 remain in Gaza, including 34 believed to be dead. Now, a truce deal is hanging by a thread, with Israel demanding their release, and Hamas asking for a complete ceasefire. The six-month-old war has deteriorated humanitarian conditions in the Gaza Strip. People struggling for food, clean water, medicines, and other basic amenities. Fears are also looming over a possible invasion of Rafah, where more than one million people have sought refuge from months of Israeli bombardment, which will be catastrophic. Also read: NYPD removes pro-Palestinian protesters from Columbia University, dozens arrested Now, global calls are being made, urging both sides to finalise a hostage deal and ceasefire, which appears to be unlikely as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said to invade Rafah "with or without a deal". People around the world are showing frustration over both situations - hostages and the humanitarian crisis in the Strip, with top US campuses becoming centre-stage of demonstrations. The war has sparked anger and division among people. In US universities, some Jewish students feel targeted and abused while others have taken leading roles in demonstrations. Israel-Hamas war has put West Asia on the brink of a broader conflict, even fears of a nuclear threat, with recent escalation involving Iran, but the student protests over the Gaza war have turned into a new US political battleground. President Joe Biden is pushing hard for a truce, which he hopes would be the extinguisher to douse the flames of war besides serving as a much-needed force for his presidency. Otherwise, the university protests would most likely become a burning issue in the presidential elections, scheduled for later this year. One of the reasons why Secretary of State Antony Blinken is pressing for truce, while reiterating US opposition to an Israeli assault on the crowded Gaza city of Rafah. Trump and other prominent Republicans are not shying away from seizing the political opportunity the ongoing campus protests have provided. Watch: Why has Netanyahu failed to secure the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza War so far? × Clashes erupt at UCLA campus The protests have intensified with clashes breaking out at pro-Palestinian demonstrations on the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles on Wednesday (May 1), forcing police to take action. At UCLA, a tent encampment was set up last week. Local media reported that the clashes erupted between rival pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli groups. This comes as dozens of universities around the US, including Columbia University and New York City, struggle to contain similar protests. In a post on social platform X, LA police said, "At the request of UCLA, due to multiple acts of violence within the large encampment on their campus, the LAPD is responding to assist UCLA PD, and other law enforcement agencies, to restore order and maintain public safety." Authorities have also made dozens of arrests on campuses across the nation after skirmishes between pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian demonstrators. The initial days of protests were peaceful, but they turned violent with an expansion of the size of the pro-Palestinian encampment at UCLA in recent days. The counter-protesters have become increasingly vocal and visible on the campus. In a report by the news agency Reuters, Mary Osako, who is UCLA's vice chancellor for UCLA strategic communications, said that chaos erupted when some demonstrators broke through a barrier that the school had set up to separate the two factions. Images and videos shared on social media showed protesters and counter-protesters clashing with sticks and tearing down metal barricades. Some were seen launching fireworks or hurling objects at each other in the dark, which lit up with laser pointers and bright flashlights. UCLA Chancellor Gene D Block warned ahead of clashes that protesters including "both members of the UCLA community and others unaffiliated with our campus" had set up a camp last week. "Many of the demonstrators, as well as counter-demonstrators who have come to the area, have been peaceful in their activism," Block wrote in a letter posted on the university website on Tuesday. "But the tactics of others have frankly been shocking and shameful. We have seen instances of violence. These incidents have put many on our campus, especially our Jewish students, in a state of anxiety and fear," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump compares campus protests to Jan 6 riots, as Biden pushes for Gaza truce to stave off political heat

Donald Trump was held in contempt of court Tuesday and fined $9,000 for repeatedly violating a gag order that barred him from making public statements about witnesses, jurors and some others connected to his New York hush money case. If he does it again, the judge warned, he could be jailed. Watch in for more details!

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<p><meta name="uuid" content="uuidXJMf2UOmXimb" />Former US president and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has not ruled out building detention centres in the country for illegal migrants if he gets re-elected. In an interview with Time magazine published Tuesday (Apr 30), Trump said he would&nbsp;“not rule out anything"&nbsp;when asked if he would build new detention camps as part of his campaign pledge.</p>

<p>"But there&nbsp;wouldn't&nbsp;be that much of a need for them,"&nbsp;he added, saying his plan is to deport the illegal migrants as quickly as possible.&nbsp;"We're&nbsp;not leaving them in the country,"&nbsp;Trump said.&nbsp;"We're&nbsp;bringing them out."</p>

<h2><strong>Immigration a top poll issue</strong></h2>

<p>National opinion polls show immigration is a top issue for voters, and the former president has made&nbsp;Biden’s&nbsp;chaotic border management a key focus of his election campaign.</p>

<p>In his interview, Trump said he&nbsp;won’t&nbsp;shy away from deploying active military forces to assist his deportation efforts and would also bring in National Guard troops to get the job done.</p>

<p>“I&nbsp;think the National Guard would be able to do that. If they&nbsp;weren't&nbsp;able to, then&nbsp;I’d&nbsp;use the military,"&nbsp;he said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Hush Money Trial: Donald Trump fined $9,000 for violations of judge’s gag order</strong></p>

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<p>When&nbsp;Trump was questioned&nbsp;whether he should use the military against civilians, he replied:&nbsp;"Well, these&nbsp;aren’t&nbsp;civilians. These are people that&nbsp;aren't&nbsp;legally in our country. This is an invasion of our country."</p>

<h2><strong>‘Dictator for a day’</strong></h2>

<p>Trump&nbsp;was also asked&nbsp;about an interview that he gave last year in which he said he wanted to be&nbsp;“a dictator for a day”&nbsp;in relation to the&nbsp;USA’s&nbsp;border crisis and energy production.</p>

<p>"That was said sarcastically. That was meant as a joke,"&nbsp;Trump responded.</p>

<p>On Ukraine, Trump did not clarify whether he would continue military assistance but said Europe needs to get its house in order.</p>

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<p>"I’m&nbsp;going to try and help Ukraine, but Europe has to get there also and do their job,"&nbsp;the former president said.</p>

<p>On Gaza, Trump said he&nbsp;doesn’t&nbsp;believe a two-state solution would work.</p>

<p>"I'm&nbsp;not sure a two-state solution anymore is gonna work,"&nbsp;Trump said, adding,&nbsp;“The animosity between Israelis and the Palestinians, was now so intense it makes a two-state solution very, very tough."</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Former US president and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has not ruled out building detention centres in the country for illegal migrants if he gets re-elected.

Former US president and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has not ruled out building detention centres in the country for illegal migrants if he gets re-elected. In an interview with Time magazine published Tuesday (Apr 30), Trump said he would “not rule out anything" when asked if he would build new detention camps as part of his campaign pledge. "But there wouldn't be that much of a need for them," he added, saying his plan is to deport the illegal migrants as quickly as possible. "We're not leaving them in the country," Trump said. "We're bringing them out." Immigration a top poll issue National opinion polls show immigration is a top issue for voters, and the former president has made Biden’s chaotic border management a key focus of his election campaign. In his interview, Trump said he won’t shy away from deploying active military forces to assist his deportation efforts and would also bring in National Guard troops to get the job done. “I think the National Guard would be able to do that. If they weren't able to, then I’d use the military," he said. Watch: Hush Money Trial: Donald Trump fined $9,000 for violations of judge’s gag order × When Trump was questioned whether he should use the military against civilians, he replied: "Well, these aren’t civilians. These are people that aren't legally in our country. This is an invasion of our country." ‘Dictator for a day’ Trump was also asked about an interview that he gave last year in which he said he wanted to be “a dictator for a day” in relation to the USA’s border crisis and energy production. "That was said sarcastically. That was meant as a joke," Trump responded. On Ukraine, Trump did not clarify whether he would continue military assistance but said Europe needs to get its house in order. Also read: Trump hush money trial: Former US president fined $9,000 for violating gag order "I’m going to try and help Ukraine, but Europe has to get there also and do their job," the former president said. On Gaza, Trump said he doesn’t believe a two-state solution would work. "I'm not sure a two-state solution anymore is gonna work," Trump said, adding, “The animosity between Israelis and the Palestinians, was now so intense it makes a two-state solution very, very tough." (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>The judge overseeing Donald Trump’s historic criminal case fined the former United States president $9,000 after holding him in contempt of court for repeatedly violating a gag order that barred him from making public statements about witnesses, jurors and some others related to the ongoing trial.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Trump warned about jail time</strong></h2>

<p>The order by Justice Juan Merchan came as the proceedings in the trial resumed in Manhattan criminal court, on Tuesday (Apr 30). Earlier this month, prosecutors had alleged 10 violations of the gag order, but the judge found there were nine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump, according to the Associated Press, has also been warned by the judge that if he violates the gag order again, he could be jailed. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>In his written order, Merchan said that Trump “is hereby warned that the Court will not tolerate continued willful violations of its lawful orders and that if necessary and appropriate under the circumstances, it will impose an incarceratory punishment.”</p>

<p>He also noted that this fine may not be enough to serve as a deterrent for the former president, and lamented he did not have the authority to impose a higher penalty.</p>

<p>The judge has also ordered Trump to remove seven statements from his Truth Social account and two from his campaign website by 2:15 pm (local time).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Merchan said he would consider whether to impose additional fines at a hearing on Thursday (May 2). The former president has been fined $1,000 for each of nine online statements that the judge said violated the order.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Last month, the judge imposed a gag order on Trump on the prosecutors’ request to block him from speaking about the witnesses.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The order was later expanded to include his own family members and those of the Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, a Democrat who brought the charges against the former president.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Proceedings on Tuesday</strong></h2>

<p>The court on Tuesday will reportedly begin with testimony from a banker who is said to be familiar with the former president’s accounts and the alleged scheme to pay hush money to porn star Stormy Daniels and falsifying business records to cover the payments.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Banker Gary Farro, who has not been accused of wrongdoing, reportedly&nbsp;helped Trump’s former attorney Michael Cohen open accounts, including one that was used to pay hush money to Daniels.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trumps-hush-money-trial-violation-of-gag-order-can-lead-to-fines-jail-time-say-new-york-prosecutors-711653">Trump’s hush money trial: Violation of gag order can lead to fines, jail time, say New York prosecutors</a></strong></p>

<p>The charges in the case stem from alleged accounting fraud and falsifying business records to cover up the $130,000 payment to Daniels ahead of the 2016 presidential election. &nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>‘TRUMP 24’</strong></h2>

<p>Trump is the first former US president to face a criminal trial, which began on April 22 after the selection of the jury. But he is also the presumptive Republican candidate for the upcoming presidential election and campaigning when he is not in court.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Tuesday morning, around two dozen supporters rallied outside the courthouse chanting and waving banners that read “TRUMP 24,” reported Reuters.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The hush money case is one of the four criminal cases against Trump, but the only one which went to trial and will result in a verdict ahead of the November elections.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em><br />
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The judge overseeing Donald Trump’s historic criminal case fined the former United States president $9,000 after holding him in contempt of court for repeatedly violating a gag order that barred him from making public statements about witnesses, jurors and some others related to the ongoing trial.

The judge overseeing Donald Trump’s historic criminal case fined the former United States president $9,000 after holding him in contempt of court for repeatedly violating a gag order that barred him from making public statements about witnesses, jurors and some others related to the ongoing trial. Trump warned about jail time The order by Justice Juan Merchan came as the proceedings in the trial resumed in Manhattan criminal court, on Tuesday (Apr 30). Earlier this month, prosecutors had alleged 10 violations of the gag order, but the judge found there were nine. Trump, according to the Associated Press, has also been warned by the judge that if he violates the gag order again, he could be jailed. Also Read | Trump hush money trial: Key witness reveals alleged 'catch and kill' scheme to buy sex stories In his written order, Merchan said that Trump “is hereby warned that the Court will not tolerate continued willful violations of its lawful orders and that if necessary and appropriate under the circumstances, it will impose an incarceratory punishment.” He also noted that this fine may not be enough to serve as a deterrent for the former president, and lamented he did not have the authority to impose a higher penalty. The judge has also ordered Trump to remove seven statements from his Truth Social account and two from his campaign website by 2:15 pm (local time). Merchan said he would consider whether to impose additional fines at a hearing on Thursday (May 2). The former president has been fined $1,000 for each of nine online statements that the judge said violated the order. Last month, the judge imposed a gag order on Trump on the prosecutors’ request to block him from speaking about the witnesses. The order was later expanded to include his own family members and those of the Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, a Democrat who brought the charges against the former president. Proceedings on Tuesday The court on Tuesday will reportedly begin with testimony from a banker who is said to be familiar with the former president’s accounts and the alleged scheme to pay hush money to porn star Stormy Daniels and falsifying business records to cover the payments. Banker Gary Farro, who has not been accused of wrongdoing, reportedly helped Trump’s former attorney Michael Cohen open accounts, including one that was used to pay hush money to Daniels. Also Read | Trump’s hush money trial: Violation of gag order can lead to fines, jail time, say New York prosecutors The charges in the case stem from alleged accounting fraud and falsifying business records to cover up the $130,000 payment to Daniels ahead of the 2016 presidential election. ‘TRUMP 24’ Trump is the first former US president to face a criminal trial, which began on April 22 after the selection of the jury. But he is also the presumptive Republican candidate for the upcoming presidential election and campaigning when he is not in court. On Tuesday morning, around two dozen supporters rallied outside the courthouse chanting and waving banners that read “TRUMP 24,” reported Reuters. The hush money case is one of the four criminal cases against Trump, but the only one which went to trial and will result in a verdict ahead of the November elections. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump hush money trial: Former US president fined $9,000 for violating gag order

Former US President Donald Trump was fined $9,000 for violating gag order that prohibited him from making statements connected to the trial. Watch in for more details!

Hush Money Trial: Judge fines Donald Trump for violating gag order

Hush Money Trial: Donald Trump fined $9,000 for violations of judge’s gag order

<p>World Central Kitchen has announced the resumption of its food aid operations in Gaza a month after losing seven aid workers in an Israeli airstrike. Meanwhile, at Harvard University, protests against Israeli policies escalated as students put&nbsp;a Palestinian flag where a US flag was supposed to be during demonstrations.</p>

<p>A series of deadly tornadoes swept through Texas, Oklahoma, and Missouri, resulting in multiple fatalities, including an infant, and extensive damage, with more twisters anticipated.</p>

<p>In other news, a&nbsp;proposed tax on fossil fuel companies in wealthy nations could generate $900 billion by 2030, funding support for countries facing severe climate change impacts.</p>

<p><strong>Click on the headlines to read more</strong></p>

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<p>Humanitarian group World Central Kitchen, which lost seven of its aid workers in an Israeli airstrike a month ago, has announced that it is resuming operations in Gaza.</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-harvard-protests-take-an-ugly-turn-as-students-fly-palestinian-flag-in-place-of-us-flag-716064">Watch: Harvard&nbsp;protests take an ugly turn as students fly Palestinian flag in place of US flag</a></strong></p>

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<p>In an unexpected move, anti-Israeli protesters hoisted a Palestinian flag at Harvard University in a place which is generally reserved for flying the national flag of the United States as demonstrations continued to go out of control on the campus.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/multiple-nocturnal-tornadoes-tear-into-central-us-creating-havoc-and-killing-5-people-including-an-infant-716051">Tornado outbreak devastates areas from Texas and Oklahoma to Missouri, more twisters expected</a></strong></p>

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<p>Five people were killed, including an infant, and several others were injured in multiple wild tornadoes that created havoc in the central United States over the weekend.</p>

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<p><img alt="main img" src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2024/04/29/428048-new-wion-2024-04-29t080310025.jpg?imwidth=400" /></p>

<p>A new tax proposal which targets fossil fuel giants within the world's richest economies could raise hundreds of billions of dollars to aid vulnerable nations grappling with the adverse effects of climate change.&nbsp;</p>

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World Central Kitchen has announced the resumption of its food aid operations in Gaza a month after losing seven aid workers in an Israeli airstrike. Meanwhile, at Harvard University, protests against Israeli policies escalated as students put a Palestinian flag where a US flag was supposed to be during demonstrations.

World Central Kitchen has announced the resumption of its food aid operations in Gaza a month after losing seven aid workers in an Israeli airstrike. Meanwhile, at Harvard University, protests against Israeli policies escalated as students put a Palestinian flag where a US flag was supposed to be during demonstrations. A series of deadly tornadoes swept through Texas, Oklahoma, and Missouri, resulting in multiple fatalities, including an infant, and extensive damage, with more twisters anticipated. In other news, a proposed tax on fossil fuel companies in wealthy nations could generate $900 billion by 2030, funding support for countries facing severe climate change impacts. Click on the headlines to read more World Central Kitchen to restart sending food in Gaza, one month after losing seven aid workers Humanitarian group World Central Kitchen, which lost seven of its aid workers in an Israeli airstrike a month ago, has announced that it is resuming operations in Gaza. Watch: Harvard protests take an ugly turn as students fly Palestinian flag in place of US flag In an unexpected move, anti-Israeli protesters hoisted a Palestinian flag at Harvard University in a place which is generally reserved for flying the national flag of the United States as demonstrations continued to go out of control on the campus. Tornado outbreak devastates areas from Texas and Oklahoma to Missouri, more twisters expected Five people were killed, including an infant, and several others were injured in multiple wild tornadoes that created havoc in the central United States over the weekend. Newly proposed tax on fossil fuel giants could raise $900bn by 2030 A new tax proposal which targets fossil fuel giants within the world's richest economies could raise hundreds of billions of dollars to aid vulnerable nations grappling with the adverse effects of climate change. Watch | Russia-Ukraine war | Old warriors join Ukraine war: Ukrainian 'Grandpa' leads over-60s unit

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Former US President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to attack Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an independent candidate running a long shot presidential campaign. "RFK Jr. is a Democrat 'Plant,' a Radical Left Liberal who's been put in place in order to help Crooked Joe Biden," Trump alleged in his post.

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