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American writer E Jean Carroll's lawyer Roberta Kapalan has said that former United States president Donald Trump used a coded version of the C-word (C**t) against her during a deposition before she helped Carroll win the verdict in her defamation case against him.

American writer E Jean Carroll's lawyer Roberta Kapalan has said that former United States president Donald Trump used a coded version of the C-word (C**t) against her during a deposition before she helped Carroll win the verdict in her defamation case against him. Kaplan made this remark during a podcast, reported The Guardian on Friday (Feb 2). Trump used the coded version of the C-word while he was deposed at his Mar-a-Lago resort as part of an unrelated case where he was accused of collaborating with a fraudulent marketing company. The case has been dismissed. 'See you next Tuesday': The coded version "So with the fraud deposition we go through, we end about 4:00 in the afternoon, and, we come in the room and I say, I’m done asking questions. And I immediately hear from the other side. Off the record, off the record, off the record. So they must have planned it. And he looks at me from across the table and says, see you next Tuesday," said Kapalan. Also read | Donald Trump abruptly storms out of courtroom during closing arguments of E Jean Carroll defamation trial The coded version here was “See you next Tuesday,” The Guardian reported. This phrase is well known for a misogynistic insult against a woman- "See you" becomes "C" and "U" and "next Tuesday" becomes "N" and "T," the report added. 'Didn't initially understand what Trump said' Kaplan said during the podcast that she did not initially understand what Trump's remark meant. "And I thank God had no idea what that meant. So I said to him, what are you talking about? I’m coming back on Wednesday. It’s literally it was an honest answer, I had no idea what he was talking about. Then we get into the car," she said. The lawyer's colleagues later told her what Trump's phrase "See you next Tuesday" meant. “Had I known, I for sure would have gotten angry … I looked like I was being above it all, which I wasn’t. I just did not know,” Kaplan added. She further said that Trump also threw a tantrum that day when his legal team offered to provide lunch to Kaplan and her associates. (With inputs from agencies)

E Jean Carroll's lawyer says Trump used coded version of C-word against her

Former President of the US Donald Trump continues to have an advantage over President Joe Biden in the US states that are likely to decide the 2024 White House race.

Trump leads over Biden in key swing states, says poll | Trump edges over Biden in North Carolina

Former US President Donald Trump appears to be leading over President Joe Biden in key swing states crucial to deciding the outcome of the 2024 White House race, a recent Bloomberg News-Morning Consult poll released on Wednesday (Jan 31) found.

The survey, focusing on seven battleground states, indicates Trump securing 48 per cent support on average among swing-state voters, while Biden trails at 42 per cent. These battleground states are&nbsp;North Carolina, Georgia, Wisconsin, Nevada, Michigan, Arizona and Pennsylvania.

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The Republican frontrunner's strongest lead was evident in North Carolina, boasting a 10-percentage-point advantage, while his narrowest margin was in Arizona and Pennsylvania, where he holds a 3-point lead.

<h2>US Elections 2024: What is shaping voter preferences?</h2>

Economic concerns and immigration policies play a significant role in shaping voter preferences. According to the poll, 51 per cent of swing-state voters expressed greater trust in Trump to handle the US economy, with only 33 per cent favouring Biden in this regard.&nbsp;

On immigration, 52 per cent believed Trump's handling of the issue would be more adept, while 30 per cent leaned towards Biden.

However, a potential bright spot for Biden lies in the loyalty of voters, as 53 per cent in the battleground states claim they would be unwilling to support Trump in the general election if he were found guilty of a crime. Additionally, 55 per cent said they would not back him if he were sentenced to prison.

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Trump's legal challenges, including charges in Washington, DC, and Georgia's Fulton County, have not affected his steadfast support base.

Despite facing accusations in election interference cases and being indicted in a hush-money and classified documents case, the former president maintains his innocence and has dismissed the prosecutions as politically motivated.

<h2>What does it mean?</h2>

Contrasting opinions from previous polls suggest varying outcomes.&nbsp;

While other January polls favoured Biden in swing states, the Bloomberg News-Morning Consult survey aligns with a November New York Times/Siena College poll, indicating Trump&nbsp;leading Biden by three to 10 points in five of six battleground states.

Former US President Donald Trump appears to be leading over President Joe Biden in key swing states crucial to deciding the outcome of the 2024 White House race, a recent Bloomberg News-Morning Consult poll released on Wednesday (Jan 31) found.

Former US President Donald Trump appears to be leading over President Joe Biden in key swing states crucial to deciding the outcome of the 2024 White House race, a recent Bloomberg News-Morning Consult poll released on Wednesday (Jan 31) found. The survey, focusing on seven battleground states, indicates Trump securing 48 per cent support on average among swing-state voters, while Biden trails at 42 per cent. These battleground states are North Carolina, Georgia, Wisconsin, Nevada, Michigan, Arizona and Pennsylvania. Also read | Donald Trump Vs Michelle Obama in 2024 US elections? Reports say former first lady could replace Joe Biden The Republican frontrunner's strongest lead was evident in North Carolina, boasting a 10-percentage-point advantage, while his narrowest margin was in Arizona and Pennsylvania, where he holds a 3-point lead. US Elections 2024: What is shaping voter preferences? Economic concerns and immigration policies play a significant role in shaping voter preferences. According to the poll, 51 per cent of swing-state voters expressed greater trust in Trump to handle the US economy, with only 33 per cent favouring Biden in this regard. On immigration, 52 per cent believed Trump's handling of the issue would be more adept, while 30 per cent leaned towards Biden. However, a potential bright spot for Biden lies in the loyalty of voters, as 53 per cent in the battleground states claim they would be unwilling to support Trump in the general election if he were found guilty of a crime. Additionally, 55 per cent said they would not back him if he were sentenced to prison. Also watch | Trump Vs Biden: Who will win the rematch? | This World | US Elections 2024 × Trump's legal challenges, including charges in Washington, DC, and Georgia's Fulton County, have not affected his steadfast support base. Despite facing accusations in election interference cases and being indicted in a hush-money and classified documents case, the former president maintains his innocence and has dismissed the prosecutions as politically motivated. What does it mean? Contrasting opinions from previous polls suggest varying outcomes. While other January polls favoured Biden in swing states, the Bloomberg News-Morning Consult survey aligns with a November New York Times/Siena College poll, indicating Trump leading Biden by three to 10 points in five of six battleground states.

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Speaking in an interview with CNN, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has said that Donald Trump's re-election would not jeopradise US' membership in NATO.

NATO Chief Jens Stoltenberg says, 'US elections won't impact its NATO membership'

A judge in London, on Thursday (Feb 1) threw out a lawsuit by Donald Trump over a dossier which alleged ties between the former United States president’s campaign and Russia. The lawsuit included accusations against a former British spy of making “shocking and scandalous claims” which Trump said were false and harmed his reputation.

<h2>UK judge dismisses lawsuit by Trump</h2>

London High Court Judge Karen Steyn moved to dismiss the lawsuit filed by Trump against British private investigations firm, Orbis Business Intelligence, saying, “There are no compelling reasons to allow the claim to proceed to trial.”&nbsp;

She also wrote that the data protection claim was “bound to fail” and threw out the former president’s demand for compensation based on it. Trump sought damages from the Orbis founded by Christopher Steele for allegedly violating British&nbsp;data protection laws.

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However, Steyn, in her ruling said that the claim for compensation by Trump had “no reasonable grounds” and that he had “chosen to allow many years to elapse – without any attempt to vindicate his reputation” in the UK courts since the dossier came out.

<h2>What were the ‘scandalous claims’?</h2>

The ruling delivers another blow to Trump who is running for the 2024 presidential election while dealing with his many legal woes, including four separate criminal prosecutions, in the US.&nbsp;

In 2016, Steele’s firm created a dossier which contained rumours and uncorroborated allegations that sparked a political storm just before Trump’s inauguration, in January 2017.&nbsp;

The so-called Steele dossier alleged ties between Trump and Moscow saying that the former president has been “compromised” by the Russian security service, FSB.&nbsp;

The dossier based on unverified information also said that Moscow had damning videotapes of Trump with prostitutes during a 2013 trip to the Russian capital.&nbsp;

According to a witness statement made public in October, Trump said he brought the case to prove claims in the Steele dossier that he engaged in “perverted sexual acts” in Russia, are false.

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Steyn, in her ruling, noted that Trump said the allegations are untrue, adding that “I have not considered, or made any determination, as to the accuracy or inaccuracy of the (allegations).”

Trump’s lawyer, Hugh Tomlinson at the hearing also claimed the former president “suffered personal and reputational damage and distress” because his data protection rights were violated.

Meanwhile, Orbis argued that Trump brought the claim simply to address his “longstanding grievances” against the company and Steele and should be thrown out since the report was never meant to be made public.&nbsp;

The British firm also said that the dossier was published by BuzzFeed without the permission of Steele or Orbis and that Trump filed the claim too late.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
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A judge in London, on Thursday (Feb 1) threw out a lawsuit by Donald Trump over a dossier which alleged ties between the former United States president’s campaign and Russia.

A judge in London, on Thursday (Feb 1) threw out a lawsuit by Donald Trump over a dossier which alleged ties between the former United States president’s campaign and Russia. The lawsuit included accusations against a former British spy of making “shocking and scandalous claims” which Trump said were false and harmed his reputation. UK judge dismisses lawsuit by Trump London High Court Judge Karen Steyn moved to dismiss the lawsuit filed by Trump against British private investigations firm, Orbis Business Intelligence, saying, “There are no compelling reasons to allow the claim to proceed to trial.” She also wrote that the data protection claim was “bound to fail” and threw out the former president’s demand for compensation based on it. Trump sought damages from the Orbis founded by Christopher Steele for allegedly violating British data protection laws. ALSO READ | Donald Trump sues former British spy for over controversial Steele dossier linking him to Russia However, Steyn, in her ruling said that the claim for compensation by Trump had “no reasonable grounds” and that he had “chosen to allow many years to elapse – without any attempt to vindicate his reputation” in the UK courts since the dossier came out. What were the ‘scandalous claims’? The ruling delivers another blow to Trump who is running for the 2024 presidential election while dealing with his many legal woes, including four separate criminal prosecutions, in the US. In 2016, Steele’s firm created a dossier which contained rumours and uncorroborated allegations that sparked a political storm just before Trump’s inauguration, in January 2017. The so-called Steele dossier alleged ties between Trump and Moscow saying that the former president has been “compromised” by the Russian security service, FSB. The dossier based on unverified information also said that Moscow had damning videotapes of Trump with prostitutes during a 2013 trip to the Russian capital. According to a witness statement made public in October, Trump said he brought the case to prove claims in the Steele dossier that he engaged in “perverted sexual acts” in Russia, are false. ALSO READ | Explained | Durham report: Key takeaways from the Trump-Russia investigation Steyn, in her ruling, noted that Trump said the allegations are untrue, adding that “I have not considered, or made any determination, as to the accuracy or inaccuracy of the (allegations).” Trump’s lawyer, Hugh Tomlinson at the hearing also claimed the former president “suffered personal and reputational damage and distress” because his data protection rights were violated. Meanwhile, Orbis argued that Trump brought the claim simply to address his “longstanding grievances” against the company and Steele and should be thrown out since the report was never meant to be made public. The British firm also said that the dossier was published by BuzzFeed without the permission of Steele or Orbis and that Trump filed the claim too late. (With inputs from agencies)

UK judge throws out Donald Trump’s lawsuit over ‘Steele dossier’ containing ‘scandalous claims’

Speaking in an interview with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has said that Donald Trump's re-election would not jeopardize US membership in the Defence Alliance.

NATO Chief: "US election won't impact its NATO membership"

The former American president Donald Trump continues to have an advantage over President Joe Biden in the US. States that are likely to decide the 2024 White House race.

US Presidential elections:Trump leads over Biden in key swing states, says poll

The United States has joined the list of countries that have suspended funding to the&nbsp;United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).&nbsp;This follows Israeli accusations that certain UNRWA personnel played a role in the October 7 attack orchestrated by Hamas.

In other news,&nbsp;a Delaware judge&nbsp;has cancelled the whopping $56 billion pay package awarded to Tesla's CEO, Elon Musk, back in 2018.

Meanwhile, following an “in-flight emergency”, an American F-16 fighter jet crashed in waters off South Korea’s west coast.

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In the wake of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) facing allegations of having ties with Hamas, the United States has decided to temporarily suspend approximately $300,000 in funding.&nbsp;

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An American F-16 fighter jet crashed in waters off South Korea’s west coast after experiencing an “in-flight emergency”&nbsp;on Wednesday (Jan 31), reported news agency Yonhap, in a second crash involving the aircraft in just over a month. The pilot was rescued, said the United States Air Force unit stationed in the country.&nbsp;

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In a groundbreaking move, a judge in Delaware has cancelled the whopping $56 billion pay package awarded to Tesla's CEO, Elon Musk, back in 2018. The decision, given by Judge Kathaleen McCormick in Delaware Chancery Court, comes in response to a challenge from Tesla shareholder Richard Tornetta, who claimed Musk was overpaid.

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An interim budget for 2024-25 will be presented by India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, months before the country holds its next general elections.

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The United States has joined the list of countries that have suspended funding to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).

The United States has joined the list of countries that have suspended funding to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). This follows Israeli accusations that certain UNRWA personnel played a role in the October 7 attack orchestrated by Hamas. In other news, a Delaware judge has cancelled the whopping $56 billion pay package awarded to Tesla's CEO, Elon Musk, back in 2018. Meanwhile, following an “in-flight emergency”, an American F-16 fighter jet crashed in waters off South Korea’s west coast. Click on the headlines to read more US holds back $3,00,000 funding to UN agency amid allegations of ties with Hamas In the wake of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) facing allegations of having ties with Hamas, the United States has decided to temporarily suspend approximately $300,000 in funding. US F-16 fighter jet crashes off South Korea’s west coast after ‘in-flight emergency’ An American F-16 fighter jet crashed in waters off South Korea’s west coast after experiencing an “in-flight emergency” on Wednesday (Jan 31), reported news agency Yonhap, in a second crash involving the aircraft in just over a month. The pilot was rescued, said the United States Air Force unit stationed in the country. Judge cancels Elon Musk's $56 billion Tesla pay package in landmark decision In a groundbreaking move, a judge in Delaware has cancelled the whopping $56 billion pay package awarded to Tesla's CEO, Elon Musk, back in 2018. The decision, given by Judge Kathaleen McCormick in Delaware Chancery Court, comes in response to a challenge from Tesla shareholder Richard Tornetta, who claimed Musk was overpaid. Budget 2024: What is an interim budget? How is it different from a regular budget? An interim budget for 2024-25 will be presented by India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, months before the country holds its next general elections. Watch | Hamas studies new ceasefire proposal | New proposal pitches six-week ceasefire

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Illinois has decided to let ex-President Donald Trump remain on the state's presidential primary ballot.&nbsp;Dismissing claims of Trump's ineligibility under the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause, the Illinois State Board of Elections unanimously voted to let Trump stay on the ballot.

<h2>Lack of authority</h2>

The bipartisan board, made up of eight members, said it didn't have the authority to decide on the challenge.&nbsp;

The lawsuit accused Trump of trying to overturn the 2020 election and inciting the Capitol attack on January 6. Trump and his lawyers have denied the allegation and argue that he didn't engage in insurrection.

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"Trump did not engage in insurrection, as that term is used in the Constitution," said Trump's attorney Adam Merrill on Tuesday.&nbsp;

"It is a complicated legal term that has been rarely interpreted and it wasn't even articulated correctly by the hearing officer in this case and, frankly, never should have reached it because of the lack of evidence, and because of the lack of jurisdiction," he added.

<h2>Disappointment and Celebration</h2>

The group Free Speech for the People, representing the voters, expressed disappointment and plans to appeal. They said that the courts would show "why Illinois law authorises that ruling despite Trump's subjective belief that the Constitution doesn’t apply to him."

Celebrating the decision, Trump said the board's ruling was "protecting the Citizens of our Country from the Radical Left Lunatics who are trying to destroy it."

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The decision comes just a week before the US Supreme Court is scheduled to hear oral arguments on February 8 regarding a similar challenge to Trump in Colorado. The Colorado Supreme Court had ruled Trump ineligible for their primary under Section 3 of the 14th Amendment.

Dozens of similar challenges have been considered by courts across the US. To date, only the Colorado Supreme Court and Maine's secretary of state have ruled that Trump was ineligible to participate in their primary process.

(With inputs from agencies)

Illinois has decided to let ex-President Donald Trump remain on the state's presidential primary ballot. Dismissing claims of Trump's ineligibility under the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause, the Illinois State Board of Elections unanimously voted to let Trump stay on the ballot.

Illinois has decided to let ex-President Donald Trump remain on the state's presidential primary ballot. Dismissing claims of Trump's ineligibility under the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause, the Illinois State Board of Elections unanimously voted to let Trump stay on the ballot. Lack of authority The bipartisan board, made up of eight members, said it didn't have the authority to decide on the challenge. The lawsuit accused Trump of trying to overturn the 2020 election and inciting the Capitol attack on January 6. Trump and his lawyers have denied the allegation and argue that he didn't engage in insurrection. Also read | After Judge cancels $56 bn Tesla pay package, Musk warns 'never incorporate' companies in Delaware "Trump did not engage in insurrection, as that term is used in the Constitution," said Trump's attorney Adam Merrill on Tuesday. "It is a complicated legal term that has been rarely interpreted and it wasn't even articulated correctly by the hearing officer in this case and, frankly, never should have reached it because of the lack of evidence, and because of the lack of jurisdiction," he added. Disappointment and Celebration The group Free Speech for the People, representing the voters, expressed disappointment and plans to appeal. They said that the courts would show "why Illinois law authorises that ruling despite Trump's subjective belief that the Constitution doesn’t apply to him." Celebrating the decision, Trump said the board's ruling was "protecting the Citizens of our Country from the Radical Left Lunatics who are trying to destroy it." Also read | Donald Trump appeals Maine's 'biased' decision maker's presidential primary ballot ban The decision comes just a week before the US Supreme Court is scheduled to hear oral arguments on February 8 regarding a similar challenge to Trump in Colorado. The Colorado Supreme Court had ruled Trump ineligible for their primary under Section 3 of the 14th Amendment. Dozens of similar challenges have been considered by courts across the US. To date, only the Colorado Supreme Court and Maine's secretary of state have ruled that Trump was ineligible to participate in their primary process. (With inputs from agencies)

Illinois board allows Trump to remain on state's Presidential primary ballot

In a scathing report by the Department of Defense inspector general, a myriad of issues within the White House Medical Unit during the previous Trump administration were revealed. The report outlined shocking violations, including the alleged provision of controlled substances to ineligible White House staff in direct contravention of federal law and policy.

As per the report, controlled substances, ranging from opioids to sleeping medications, were inadequately managed, with handwritten notes being used for inventory tracking, resulting in frequent errors.&nbsp;

<h2>The allegations against the Trump administration</h2>

A new report by the Department of Defense Inspector General found that the White House Medical Unit's practices extended to dispensing medications such as Ambien without proper verification. It also alleges that expensive brand-name medications, such as Ambien and Provigil, which it says are 174 and 55 times "more expensive than the generic equivalent", were purchased. This reflects a significant lack of fiscal responsibility.&nbsp;

The improper disposal of both controlled and non-controlled substances further highlighted a systemic failure in pharmaceutical management.

The report's critique emphasised that the "White House medical officials did not consider their operations to be a pharmacy,"&nbsp;showcasing a stark deficiency in perception and professional responsibility.&nbsp;

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Without oversight from qualified pharmacy staff, the report warned of potential prescribing errors and raised concerns about the health and safety of patients treated within the unit.

"Without oversight from qualified pharmacy staff, the White House medical unit's pharmaceutical management practices might have been subject to prescribing errors," it warned.

"Additionally, the White House medical unit's practices demonstrated inadequate medication management and increased risk to the health and safety of patients treated within the unit."

<h2>What prompted the investigation?</h2>

As per CBS News, the investigation was prompted by complaints from 2018.&nbsp;

"In 2018, the DoD Office of Inspector&nbsp;General (DoD OIG) Hotline received&nbsp;complaints alleging that a senior military medical officer assigned to the White House Medical Unit engaged in improper medical practices," says the report. However, the report did not explicitly name individuals.

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US Representative Ronny Jackson, who led the White House Medical Unit during the period under scrutiny, previously faced controversies related to medication dispensing and inappropriate conduct.

Allegedly nicknamed the "candy man", Senator Jon Tester accused him of loosely dispensing sleep-related medications like Ambien and Provigil.&nbsp;Speaking to CNN, in 2018, Tester claimed that "In the White House they call him the 'candy man.'" &nbsp;

In a scathing report by the Department of Defense inspector general, a myriad of issues within the White House Medical Unit during the previous Trump administration were revealed.

In a scathing report by the Department of Defense inspector general, a myriad of issues within the White House Medical Unit during the previous Trump administration were revealed. The report outlined shocking violations, including the alleged provision of controlled substances to ineligible White House staff in direct contravention of federal law and policy. As per the report, controlled substances, ranging from opioids to sleeping medications, were inadequately managed, with handwritten notes being used for inventory tracking, resulting in frequent errors. The allegations against the Trump administration A new report by the Department of Defense Inspector General found that the White House Medical Unit's practices extended to dispensing medications such as Ambien without proper verification. It also alleges that expensive brand-name medications, such as Ambien and Provigil, which it says are 174 and 55 times "more expensive than the generic equivalent", were purchased. This reflects a significant lack of fiscal responsibility. The improper disposal of both controlled and non-controlled substances further highlighted a systemic failure in pharmaceutical management. The report's critique emphasised that the "White House medical officials did not consider their operations to be a pharmacy," showcasing a stark deficiency in perception and professional responsibility. Also read | Celestial parade: Earth braces for close encounters with five colossal asteroids this week Without oversight from qualified pharmacy staff, the report warned of potential prescribing errors and raised concerns about the health and safety of patients treated within the unit. "Without oversight from qualified pharmacy staff, the White House medical unit's pharmaceutical management practices might have been subject to prescribing errors," it warned. "Additionally, the White House medical unit's practices demonstrated inadequate medication management and increased risk to the health and safety of patients treated within the unit." What prompted the investigation? As per CBS News, the investigation was prompted by complaints from 2018. "In 2018, the DoD Office of Inspector General (DoD OIG) Hotline received complaints alleging that a senior military medical officer assigned to the White House Medical Unit engaged in improper medical practices," says the report. However, the report did not explicitly name individuals. Also read | 'Bad signal': Ukraine's Zelensky expresses concern over potential decrease in aid from US US Representative Ronny Jackson, who led the White House Medical Unit during the period under scrutiny, previously faced controversies related to medication dispensing and inappropriate conduct. Allegedly nicknamed the "candy man", Senator Jon Tester accused him of loosely dispensing sleep-related medications like Ambien and Provigil. Speaking to CNN, in 2018, Tester claimed that "In the White House they call him the 'candy man.'"

Scathing report accuses Trump administration of controlled substance abuse violations in White House

A former United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) contractor was sentenced to five years in prison on Monday (Jan 29) for leaking the tax records of thousands of Americans, including former President Donald Trump.&nbsp;

<h2>About the sentence</h2>

Charles Littlejohn, 38, pleaded guilty in October to one count of unauthorised disclosures of income tax returns.&nbsp;

According to a plea deal, the former employee of a consulting firm – which worked on a contractual basis with the IRS – stole the tax data of Trump and “thousands of the nation’s wealthiest people” and leaked it to two news outlets.&nbsp;

US District Judge Ana Reyes who handed the five-year prison sentence called Littlejohn’s actions a threat to democracy and linked it to broader attacks on elected officials in Washington.&nbsp;

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“What you did in targeting the sitting president of the United States was an attack on our constitutional democracy,” Reyes told Littlejohn. “We’re talking about someone who…pulled off the biggest heist in IRS history.”

The federal prosecutors have sought a five-year sentence, the maximum allowed under US law, saying that the 38-year-old was motivated by a political agenda and compromised the security of sensitive personal information.&nbsp;

“A free press and public engagement with the media are critical to any healthy democracy, but stealing and leaking private, personal tax information strips individuals of the legal protection of their most sensitive data,” prosecutors wrote in a court filing.&nbsp;

The prosecutors alleged that Littlejohn, in 2017, sought a position at a consulting firm that works with the IRS hoping to get access to and disclose records on then-president Trump.&nbsp;

<h2>Tax data leaked</h2>

During the 2016 presidential election, the Republican candidate became the first one in decades who had not released his tax returns when he ran for the White House.&nbsp;

According to court documents, Littlejohn secretly downloaded years of Trump’s tax records in 2018 and later shared them with reporters from the New York Times.&nbsp;

In 2020, the American newspaper, based on the information, published a series of articles revealing that Trump paid no income tax in 10 of the 15 years before he took office.&nbsp;

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Littlejohn leaked information about more than 8,000 income tax returns relating to about 7,600 people. He also leaked information about “ultra-high net worth taxpayers” to investigative news outlet ProPublica.&nbsp;

The media outlet, based on the information, published nearly 50 articles and revealed how the wealthy have evaded taxes in the US.&nbsp;

In court, on Monday, the 38-year-old apologised for his actions. “I acted out of a sincere, if misguided, belief that I was serving the public interest,” Littlejohn told the court.&nbsp;

He added, “We as a country make the best decisions when we are all properly informed.”

His lawyers also said that he was motivated by a “deep, moral belief” that the public had a right to know the information he shared.&nbsp;

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A former United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) contractor was sentenced to five years in prison on Monday (Jan 29) for leaking the tax records of thousands of Americans, including former President Donald Trump.

A former United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) contractor was sentenced to five years in prison on Monday (Jan 29) for leaking the tax records of thousands of Americans, including former President Donald Trump. About the sentence Charles Littlejohn, 38, pleaded guilty in October to one count of unauthorised disclosures of income tax returns. According to a plea deal, the former employee of a consulting firm – which worked on a contractual basis with the IRS – stole the tax data of Trump and “thousands of the nation’s wealthiest people” and leaked it to two news outlets. US District Judge Ana Reyes who handed the five-year prison sentence called Littlejohn’s actions a threat to democracy and linked it to broader attacks on elected officials in Washington. ALSO READ | Scathing report accuses Trump administration of controlled substance abuse violations in White House “What you did in targeting the sitting president of the United States was an attack on our constitutional democracy,” Reyes told Littlejohn. “We’re talking about someone who…pulled off the biggest heist in IRS history.” The federal prosecutors have sought a five-year sentence, the maximum allowed under US law, saying that the 38-year-old was motivated by a political agenda and compromised the security of sensitive personal information. “A free press and public engagement with the media are critical to any healthy democracy, but stealing and leaking private, personal tax information strips individuals of the legal protection of their most sensitive data,” prosecutors wrote in a court filing. The prosecutors alleged that Littlejohn, in 2017, sought a position at a consulting firm that works with the IRS hoping to get access to and disclose records on then-president Trump. Tax data leaked During the 2016 presidential election, the Republican candidate became the first one in decades who had not released his tax returns when he ran for the White House. According to court documents, Littlejohn secretly downloaded years of Trump’s tax records in 2018 and later shared them with reporters from the New York Times. In 2020, the American newspaper, based on the information, published a series of articles revealing that Trump paid no income tax in 10 of the 15 years before he took office. ALSO READ | Ex-US president Donald Trump's tax returns released by US House panel Littlejohn leaked information about more than 8,000 income tax returns relating to about 7,600 people. He also leaked information about “ultra-high net worth taxpayers” to investigative news outlet ProPublica. The media outlet, based on the information, published nearly 50 articles and revealed how the wealthy have evaded taxes in the US. In court, on Monday, the 38-year-old apologised for his actions. “I acted out of a sincere, if misguided, belief that I was serving the public interest,” Littlejohn told the court. He added, “We as a country make the best decisions when we are all properly informed.” His lawyers also said that he was motivated by a “deep, moral belief” that the public had a right to know the information he shared. (With inputs from agencies)

Ex-IRS contractor who stole and leaked Trump’s tax records, sentenced to 5 years in prison

Former United States president Donald Trump abruptly rose and walked out of the courtroom on Friday (Jan 26) during the closing arguments of his defamation trial in New York.

Trump, who&nbsp;has been found to have defamed E Jean Carroll over the comments he made about her during the time when he was the US president, stormed out of the court as Carroll's lawyer, Roberta Kaplan, stated that the ex-president was a "liar" who feels that "rules do not apply to him."

After Trump's dramatic departure from the court, US District Judge Lewis Kaplan said, "the record will reflect that Mr Trump just rose and walked out of the courtroom".&nbsp;

Carroll's lawyer also told the jury, "he thinks with his wealth and power he can treat Ms Carroll how he wants and will suffer no consequences."

He then came back to the courtroom an hour later, at the time of his own attorney's closing remarks.

Before walking out, reportedly, Trump kept nodding his head when the lawyer brought up allegations against the former president that he sexually assaulted Carroll.

At the time of her closing arguments, Kaplan said that Trump had severely attacked Carroll's reputation by repeatedly denying the sexual assault accusations.

"This case is also about punishing Donald Trump," the lawyer said and added,&nbsp;"this trial is about getting him to stop once and for all".&nbsp;

She said that Trump had "continued to defame Ms Carroll even as this trial was ongoing".

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<h2>Trump denies Carroll's sexual abuse claims</h2>

On Thursday (Jan 25) Trump reiterated that Carroll's sexual assault allegation against him was a hoax.

Standing by his earlier testimony, he said that his comments in an October 2022 deposition in Carroll's case were "100 per cent" accurate.

Earlier on Thursday, Carroll's lawyers played videotaped excerpts from the deposition, in which Trump called the former Elle magazine advice columnist "mentally sick" and a "whack job," and also threatened to sue her.

"It's a false accusation, never happened, never would happen," Trump said in the deposition.

Eighty-year-old writer Carroll is seeking at least $10 million over Trump's June 2019 denials, when he was president, that he had raped her in the mid-1990s in a Bergdorf Goodman department store dressing room in Manhattan.

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Former United States president Donald Trump abruptly rose and walked out of the courtroom on Friday (Jan 26) during the closing arguments of his defamation trial in New York.

Former United States president Donald Trump abruptly rose and walked out of the courtroom on Friday (Jan 26) during the closing arguments of his defamation trial in New York. Trump, who has been found to have defamed E Jean Carroll over the comments he made about her during the time when he was the US president, stormed out of the court as Carroll's lawyer, Roberta Kaplan, stated that the ex-president was a "liar" who feels that "rules do not apply to him." After Trump's dramatic departure from the court, US District Judge Lewis Kaplan said, "the record will reflect that Mr Trump just rose and walked out of the courtroom". Carroll's lawyer also told the jury, "he thinks with his wealth and power he can treat Ms Carroll how he wants and will suffer no consequences." He then came back to the courtroom an hour later, at the time of his own attorney's closing remarks. Before walking out, reportedly, Trump kept nodding his head when the lawyer brought up allegations against the former president that he sexually assaulted Carroll. At the time of her closing arguments, Kaplan said that Trump had severely attacked Carroll's reputation by repeatedly denying the sexual assault accusations. "This case is also about punishing Donald Trump," the lawyer said and added, "this trial is about getting him to stop once and for all". She said that Trump had "continued to defame Ms Carroll even as this trial was ongoing". Also read: After Trump's refusal, Republican National Committee pulls resolution declaring him 'Presumptive 2024 Nominee' Trump denies Carroll's sexual abuse claims On Thursday (Jan 25) Trump reiterated that Carroll's sexual assault allegation against him was a hoax. Standing by his earlier testimony, he said that his comments in an October 2022 deposition in Carroll's case were "100 per cent" accurate. Earlier on Thursday, Carroll's lawyers played videotaped excerpts from the deposition, in which Trump called the former Elle magazine advice columnist "mentally sick" and a "whack job," and also threatened to sue her. "It's a false accusation, never happened, never would happen," Trump said in the deposition. Eighty-year-old writer Carroll is seeking at least $10 million over Trump's June 2019 denials, when he was president, that he had raped her in the mid-1990s in a Bergdorf Goodman department store dressing room in Manhattan. (With inputs from agencies)

Donald Trump abruptly storms out of courtroom during closing arguments of E Jean Carroll defamation trial

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A Manhattan federal court jury has ruled that former US President Donald Trump must pay $83.3 million to journalist E. Jean Carroll. Carroll had accused Trump of damaging her reputation and causing emotional trauma with his false and malicious statements in 2019. The verdict was delivered on Friday (Jan 26) after a five-day trial, concluding with a punitive damages award that far surpassed the $10 million sought by Carroll.

The 80-year-old Carroll, known for her advice column in Elle magazine, filed the lawsuit in November 2019, alleging that Trump's denial of raping her in the 1990s had irreparably harmed her standing as a trustworthy journalist. The jury, comprised of seven men and two women, awarded Carroll $18.3 million in compensatory damages, with an additional $65 million in punitive damages.

<h2>Trump to appeal the verdict</h2>

Trump, 77, who plans to appeal the decision, was not present in the courtroom during the verdict. Expressing his discontent on social media, he stated, "Our Legal System is out of control, and being used as a Political Weapon. THIS IS NOT AMERICA!"

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Carroll, flanked by her lawyers, celebrated the verdict outside the courthouse, calling it a "great victory for every woman who stands up when she's been knocked down." She said that the ruling is a significant setback for anyone attempting to silence women.

This legal battle adds a contentious layer to Trump's political aspirations, with the former president eyeing a return to the White House. The trial has become part of the discourse in the lead-up to the November US election, where Trump is the frontrunner for the Republican nomination.

Trump, who attended most of the trial, has consistently denied knowing&nbsp;Carroll and dismissed her claims as an attempt to boost her memoir sales. This marks the second time Trump has been ordered to pay Carroll, following a $5 million verdict in May 2023 related to a similar denial.

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A Manhattan federal court jury has ruled that former US President Donald Trump must pay $83.3 million to journalist E. Jean Carroll. Carroll had accused Trump of damaging her reputation and causing emotional trauma with his false and malicious statements in 2019.

A Manhattan federal court jury has ruled that former US President Donald Trump must pay $83.3 million to journalist E. Jean Carroll. Carroll had accused Trump of damaging her reputation and causing emotional trauma with his false and malicious statements in 2019. The verdict was delivered on Friday (Jan 26) after a five-day trial, concluding with a punitive damages award that far surpassed the $10 million sought by Carroll. The 80-year-old Carroll, known for her advice column in Elle magazine, filed the lawsuit in November 2019, alleging that Trump's denial of raping her in the 1990s had irreparably harmed her standing as a trustworthy journalist. The jury, comprised of seven men and two women, awarded Carroll $18.3 million in compensatory damages, with an additional $65 million in punitive damages. Trump to appeal the verdict Trump, 77, who plans to appeal the decision, was not present in the courtroom during the verdict. Expressing his discontent on social media, he stated, "Our Legal System is out of control, and being used as a Political Weapon. THIS IS NOT AMERICA!" Also watch | Donald Trump ordered to pay $83.3M in damages × Carroll, flanked by her lawyers, celebrated the verdict outside the courthouse, calling it a "great victory for every woman who stands up when she's been knocked down." She said that the ruling is a significant setback for anyone attempting to silence women. This legal battle adds a contentious layer to Trump's political aspirations, with the former president eyeing a return to the White House. The trial has become part of the discourse in the lead-up to the November US election, where Trump is the frontrunner for the Republican nomination. Trump, who attended most of the trial, has consistently denied knowing Carroll and dismissed her claims as an attempt to boost her memoir sales. This marks the second time Trump has been ordered to pay Carroll, following a $5 million verdict in May 2023 related to a similar denial. (With inputs from agencies)

Donald Trump ordered to pay $83.3mn in E Jean Carroll defamation trial

Former US President Donald Trump has been asked to pay 83.3 million in damages to writer E Jean Carroll for defamation. The verdict announced by a Manhattan jury last evening is about the statements Trump made in 2019 disparaging the writer also denying allegations that he raped her in a department store in the '90s.

Former US President Donald Trump to pay damages to writer

Former senior trade adviser to Donald Trump, Peter Navarro, has been sentenced to four months in prison after being found guilty of contempt of Congress. Navarro ignored a subpoena from a US House committee that was probing alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election.

During the Washington DC trial, which went on for two days, federal prosecutors accused Navarro of prioritising his allegiance to Trump over&nbsp;the rule of law. Prosecutor John Crabb asserted that the defendant "brazenly defied" Congress.&nbsp;

In September, Navarro was convicted of two counts of contempt of Congress for refusing to comply with a subpoena. The subpoena required the submission of documents and testimony to a House of Representatives panel led by Democrats.&nbsp;

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Navarro, in his defence, said that he believed that Trump had used his executive privilege to protect presidential records from getting disclosed.&nbsp;Executive privilege is a legal concept that allows the United States president to withhold information from the public, Congress, and the judiciary in order to protect the confidentiality of certain communications and decision-making processes.&nbsp;

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On Thursday (Jan 25), Navarro stated that the House committee had led him to believe that privilege had been invoked, and they had accepted it. Additionally, he argued that there was no justification for the severe punishment sought by the prosecutors.

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The 74-year-old faced up to one year in prison for each of the two contempt charges. Navarro's lawyers have appealed the conviction, arguing that he is not an insurrectionist, and requested no more than six months of probation.

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Former senior trade adviser to Donald Trump, Peter Navarro, has been sentenced to four months in prison after being found guilty of contempt of Congress. Navarro ignored a subpoena from a US House committee that was probing alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election.

Former senior trade adviser to Donald Trump, Peter Navarro, has been sentenced to four months in prison after being found guilty of contempt of Congress. Navarro ignored a subpoena from a US House committee that was probing alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election. During the Washington DC trial, which went on for two days, federal prosecutors accused Navarro of prioritising his allegiance to Trump over the rule of law. Prosecutor John Crabb asserted that the defendant "brazenly defied" Congress. In September, Navarro was convicted of two counts of contempt of Congress for refusing to comply with a subpoena. The subpoena required the submission of documents and testimony to a House of Representatives panel led by Democrats. Also Read | Catholic cardinal accused of sexual assault in Canada Navarro, in his defence, said that he believed that Trump had used his executive privilege to protect presidential records from getting disclosed. Executive privilege is a legal concept that allows the United States president to withhold information from the public, Congress, and the judiciary in order to protect the confidentiality of certain communications and decision-making processes. Also Read | US President Biden to host Japan PM for state visit in April: White House On Thursday (Jan 25), Navarro stated that the House committee had led him to believe that privilege had been invoked, and they had accepted it. Additionally, he argued that there was no justification for the severe punishment sought by the prosecutors. Watch | First successful embryo transfers in southern White Rhinos × The 74-year-old faced up to one year in prison for each of the two contempt charges. Navarro's lawyers have appealed the conviction, arguing that he is not an insurrectionist, and requested no more than six months of probation. (With inputs from agencies)

Ex-Trump adviser Peter Navarro sentenced to 4 months for contempt of Congress

Former United States president and current presidential frontrunner Donald Trump gave a brief testimony on Thursday (Jan 25) in author E Jean Carroll's second defamation trial against him.

Former United States president and current presidential frontrunner Donald Trump gave a brief testimony on Thursday (Jan 25) in author E Jean Carroll's second defamation trial against him. According to a report by CNN, Trump's testimony in a New York court lasted for less than five minutes as he sought to avoid a multimillion-dollar jury verdict against him in the civil defamation trial. Carroll, 80, is suing Trump for his June 2019 denials that he raped her in the mid-1990s in a Bergdorf Goodman department store dressing room in Manhattan. The former Elle magazine advice columnist is seeking at least $10 million. Trump's appearance on witness stand for mere minutes Amid speculations about his appearance in the trial, Trump was on the witness stand for mere minutes on Thursday, CNN reported. The defence's questions were effectively pre-cleared by Judge Lewis Kaplan as the former president was allowed to re-litigate the verdict from last year, the report added. “Ms Habba, you may call your next witness,” Judge Kaplan said to Alina Habba, Trump’s lawyer. Trump walked to the witness stand and sat after being sworn in. Habba asked whether Trump stood by his testimony in a previous deposition denying Carroll’s allegations. Also read | Slugfest of oldies? Pelosi mocks Trump with cognitive disorder barb, then mixes up his name with Biden “One hundred per cent, yes,” the 77-year-old replied. “Did you deny the allegation because Ms Carroll made an accusation,” Habba asked, to which Trump said, "That’s exactly right, yes I did. She said something that I considered a false accusation – totally false." At this point, Trump was cut off by Judge Kaplan, who did not allow him to testify about denying the claim. “Did you ever instruct anyone to hurt Ms. Carroll in your statements?” Habba asked her final question. “No I just wanted to defend myself, my family and frankly the presidency,” Trump responded. Also watch | US presidential election 2024: Donald Trump alleges political persecution by Biden & Justice Dept × The report said that a cross-examination (of Trump) by Carroll's lawyer was even shorter. Trump has consistently denied wrongdoing, claiming he had not known Carroll despite photos showing them together, and accusing her of making up the rape to boost sales of her memoir. The defamation trial came just two days after Trump dominated the New Hampshire GOP presidential primary. He defeated his arch-rival, Nikki Haley, results projections by American media showed.

Donald Trump briefly testifies at Jean Carroll defamation trial in New York

Former President Donald Trump won the New Hampshire primary, dealing a blow to his only remaining major rival Nikki Haley and solidifying his status as the Republican party’s likely nominee.

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The Republican National Committee (RNC) has pulled its resolution that was to declare Donald Trump the party’s “presumptive 2024 nominee”, hours after the former US president said the panel should not go ahead with the plan for the sake of party unity.

The Republican National Committee (RNC) has pulled its resolution that was to declare Donald Trump the party’s “presumptive 2024 nominee”, hours after the former US president said the panel should not go ahead with the plan for the sake of party unity. Taking to his social media platform Truth Social, Trump said he "greatly appreciated" the notion but didn't want the endorsement before the entire process was complete. "I feel, for the sake of party unity, that they should not go forward with this plan, but that I should do it the “Old Fashioned” way, and finish the process off at the ballot box," wrote Trump. "Thank you to the RNC for the Respect and Devotion you have shown me! TRUMP2024," he added. Earlier reports citing a copy of the draft resolution said RNC planned to declare him the presumptive nominee. "President Trump as our presumptive 2024 nominee for the office of President of the United States and from this moment forward moves into full general election mode welcoming supporters of all candidates as valued members of Team Trump 2024," read the draft. However, the Nikki Haley camp was not too enthused by the RNC's support for Trump. Haley's campaign spokesperson Olivia Perez-Cubas released a statement saying a bunch of 'Washington insiders' will not take the nominee decision. “Who cares what the RNC says? We’ll let millions of Republican voters across the country decide who should be our party’s nominee, not a bunch of Washington insiders,” said Perez-Cubas. Also watch | US presidential election 2024: Donald Trump alleges political persecution by Biden & Justice Dept Trump's victory juggernaut After securing resounding victories in the Iowa caucus and New Hampshire primary, it has become certain that Trump will be the presidential nominee from the Republican party. While the likes of Ron DeSantis and Vivek Ramaswamy have already dropped out of the race, former UN ambassador Nikki Haley is yet to throw in the towel. Trump breezed past his opponents in the Iowa caucus by winning more than 50 per cent of votes earlier this month. He followed the win with another royal thumping in the New Hampshire primary earlier this week, where he secured nearly 55 per cent of the votes. Also read | Donald Trump briefly testifies at Jean Carroll defamation trial in New York According to various estimates, Trump will be winning 11-12 delegates from New Hampshire while Haley will have to settle with 8-9. However, the biggest threat to Trump's nomination, according to poll analysts, remains the myriad court cases against him which could lead to conviction, forcing him to drop out of the race. (With inputs from agencies)

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Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley's campaign is urging supporters to stay calm amid New Hampshire's primary, assuring them that the campaign is 'here to stay', despite challenges and comparisons with former President Donald Trump.

In a campaign memo, Haley's campaign manager, Betsy Ankney, addressed perceptions of a Trump coronation and emphasised the early stages of the race.&nbsp;

“The political class and the media want to give Donald Trump a coronation. They say the race is over,”&nbsp;Ankney, wrote in the memo, as reported by The Hill.&nbsp;

<h2>Field narrows to Haley and Trump</h2>

With Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis dropping out and backing Trump, the presidential field has narrowed to a one-on-one battle between Haley and the former president. Questions have risen&nbsp;about Haley's campaign momentum and competitiveness in the 2024 cycle.

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The memo expressed optimism for the late February primary in Haley's home state, South Carolina, and Super Tuesday in March. Ankney believes there is significant potential for Haley in various open or semi-open primaries on Super Tuesday.

Ankney also encouraged supporters to take a deep breath, saying that the campaign has not yet begun in many states. The memo hinted at future strategic efforts, asserting that a month in politics is a significant timeframe, and concluded with a "see y'all in South Carolina" sign-off.

Haley's campaign has been gaining ground on Trump in New Hampshire polls, particularly among independents and Republicans critical of the former president. The campaign emphasises her electability, citing results that show her outperforming other Republicans against President Biden.

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Despite Haley's gains in polling, as of Tuesday, Trump maintains a double-digit lead in The Hill-Decision Desk HQ polling averages in New Hampshire, where voters head to the primaries. The competition remains fierce as the campaign looks ahead to future primary battles.

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Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley's campaign is urging supporters to stay calm amid New Hampshire's primary, assuring them that the campaign is 'here to stay', despite challenges and comparisons with former President Donald Trump.

Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley's campaign is urging supporters to stay calm amid New Hampshire's primary, assuring them that the campaign is 'here to stay', despite challenges and comparisons with former President Donald Trump. In a campaign memo, Haley's campaign manager, Betsy Ankney, addressed perceptions of a Trump coronation and emphasised the early stages of the race. “The political class and the media want to give Donald Trump a coronation. They say the race is over,” Ankney, wrote in the memo, as reported by The Hill. Field narrows to Haley and Trump With Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis dropping out and backing Trump, the presidential field has narrowed to a one-on-one battle between Haley and the former president. Questions have risen about Haley's campaign momentum and competitiveness in the 2024 cycle. Also read | AI scare for US elections? Fake robocall imitating Biden asks voters not to vote in New Hampshire primary The memo expressed optimism for the late February primary in Haley's home state, South Carolina, and Super Tuesday in March. Ankney believes there is significant potential for Haley in various open or semi-open primaries on Super Tuesday. Ankney also encouraged supporters to take a deep breath, saying that the campaign has not yet begun in many states. The memo hinted at future strategic efforts, asserting that a month in politics is a significant timeframe, and concluded with a "see y'all in South Carolina" sign-off. Haley's campaign has been gaining ground on Trump in New Hampshire polls, particularly among independents and Republicans critical of the former president. The campaign emphasises her electability, citing results that show her outperforming other Republicans against President Biden. Also watch | Trump vs Haley in New Hampshire Primary | US Elections 2024 Despite Haley's gains in polling, as of Tuesday, Trump maintains a double-digit lead in The Hill-Decision Desk HQ polling averages in New Hampshire, where voters head to the primaries. The competition remains fierce as the campaign looks ahead to future primary battles. (With inputs from agencies)

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Former US President Donald Trump is projected to win the New Hampshire primary, according to the Decision Desk Headquarters. Nikki Haley is trailing Trump by just single digits at the time of filing this report but is in no position to fill the gap even if she wins the remainder of the votes.

The Associated Press&nbsp;called the race at 8 pm (local time), as polls closed in New Hampshire.

Donald Trump in his victory speech described&nbsp;Nikki Haley as an 'impostor'. His opponent-turned-endorser Vivek Ramaswamy took the stage after him in a remarkable show of Republican unity.&nbsp;

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Trump said: "Who the hell was the impostor that went up on the stage that went before and claimed victory?" He said. "She did very poorly actually."

<h2>What does it mean?</h2>

Trump has long been the Republican Party's&nbsp;front-runner in the polls.&nbsp;New Hampshire had delivered Donald Trump his first primary victory in 2016.

Trump on Tuesday (Jan 23) thus became the first candidate in history to win New Hampshire three times and the first Republican candidate in almost 50 years to win both the Iowa Caucuses and New Hampshire Primaries since Jerald Ford in 1976.

While New Hampshire's primary was expected to be a closer race, Trump was still predicted to come out on top.

Haley, who served as the&nbsp;UN ambassador under the Trump administration and is also a former governor of South Carolina, has argued she is better suited to beat President Joe Biden in a general election. She&nbsp;pointed to Trump's defeat in the 2020 election as reason why the Republicans need new leadership.

<h2>New Hampshire Primary 2024: Nikki Haley's reaction</h2>

In a speech shortly after the race was called for Trump, Haley congratulated the former president but said that she was in the race for the long haul.&nbsp;

"This race is far from over," Haley said. "There are dozens of states left to go."

"With Donald Trump, Republicans have lost almost every competitive election," she said. "We lost in 2018, we lost in 2020, we lost in 2022. The worst-kept secret in politics is how badly the Democrats want to run against Donald Trump."

Haley challenged Trump to face her on the debate stage, saying: "He thinks he'd do better&nbsp;than me. Maybe he would, maybe he wouldn't. But if he thinks that, then he should have no problem standing on a debate stage with me."

(With inputs from agencies)

Former US President Donald Trump is projected to win the New Hampshire primary, according to the Decision Desk Headquarters. Nikki Haley is trailing Trump by just single digits at the time of filing this report but is in no position to fill the gap even if she wins the remainder of the votes.

Former US President Donald Trump is projected to win the New Hampshire primary, according to the Decision Desk Headquarters. Nikki Haley is trailing Trump by just single digits at the time of filing this report but is in no position to fill the gap even if she wins the remainder of the votes. The Associated Press called the race at 8 pm (local time), as polls closed in New Hampshire. Donald Trump in his victory speech described Nikki Haley as an 'impostor'. His opponent-turned-endorser Vivek Ramaswamy took the stage after him in a remarkable show of Republican unity. Also watch | US Elections: Donald Trump wins Republican primary in New Hampshire × Trump said: "Who the hell was the impostor that went up on the stage that went before and claimed victory?" He said. "She did very poorly actually." What does it mean? Trump has long been the Republican Party's front-runner in the polls. New Hampshire had delivered Donald Trump his first primary victory in 2016. Trump on Tuesday (Jan 23) thus became the first candidate in history to win New Hampshire three times and the first Republican candidate in almost 50 years to win both the Iowa Caucuses and New Hampshire Primaries since Jerald Ford in 1976. While New Hampshire's primary was expected to be a closer race, Trump was still predicted to come out on top. Haley, who served as the UN ambassador under the Trump administration and is also a former governor of South Carolina, has argued she is better suited to beat President Joe Biden in a general election. She pointed to Trump's defeat in the 2020 election as reason why the Republicans need new leadership. New Hampshire Primary 2024: Nikki Haley's reaction In a speech shortly after the race was called for Trump, Haley congratulated the former president but said that she was in the race for the long haul. "This race is far from over," Haley said. "There are dozens of states left to go." "With Donald Trump, Republicans have lost almost every competitive election," she said. "We lost in 2018, we lost in 2020, we lost in 2022. The worst-kept secret in politics is how badly the Democrats want to run against Donald Trump." Haley challenged Trump to face her on the debate stage, saying: "He thinks he'd do better than me. Maybe he would, maybe he wouldn't. But if he thinks that, then he should have no problem standing on a debate stage with me." (With inputs from agencies)

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