Trump abortion referral ‘gag rule’ can be enforced, U.S. appeals court says
A sharply divided federal appeals court on Monday said the Trump administration may enforce a controversial rule, which critics label a “gag rule,” that could deprive abortion providers of federal funding for family planning.
Weinstein convicted of sexual assault, rape, in milestone verdict for #MeToo movement
Former movie producer Harvey Weinstein was convicted of sexual assault and rape by a New York jury on Monday and handcuffed in court, a milestone verdict for the #MeToo movement that inspired women to go public with misconduct allegations against power…
Actor Smollett denies renewed hoax charges in Chicago, is released on bond
Former “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett pleaded not guilty on Monday to renewed felony charges that he made false reports to Chicago police about being attacked in a hate crime that he is accused of staging in a bid to advance his career.
After conviction, Weinstein has roadmap for appeal
Former Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein’s conviction on charges of sexual assault and rape marks the end of his New York trial, but is likely the beginning of a long legal battle in the appeals courts.
Factbox: Actresses and activists react to Harvey Weinstein verdict
Celebrities and activists welcomed the guilty verdict against Harvey Weinstein, the Academy Award-winning producer who had reigned as one of the most powerful figures in Hollywood.
Trump administration weighs emergency funds to combat coronavirus
The Trump administration is considering asking lawmakers for emergency funding to ramp up its response to the fast-spreading coronavirus, a White House spokesman said on Monday without providing details.
Key moments from Harvey Weinstein’s trial
Here are key moments from the trial of former movie producer Harvey Weinstein, who was convicted on Monday of sexually assaulting former production assistant Mimi Haleyi and raping onetime aspiring actress Jessica Mann.
Former Hollywood producer Weinstein convicted of sexual assault, rape, held in custody
Former movie producer Harvey Weinstein was convicted of sexual assault and rape by a New York jury on Monday and handcuffed in court, a milestone verdict for the #MeToo movement that inspired women to go public with misconduct allegations against power…
Actor Jussie Smollett denies renewed hoax charges in Chicago
Former “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett pleaded not guilty on Monday to renewed felony charges that he made false reports to Chicago police about being attacked in a hate crime that he is accused of staging in a bid to advance his career.
Timeline: The Harvey Weinstein story – From studio to courtroom in 40 years
Here is a timeline recounting 40 years in the life of Harvey Weinstein, 67, once one of Hollywood’s most powerful executives, convicted on Monday of sexual assault and rape. He faces up to 25 years in prison.
