A media executive testified in the hush money trial of Donald Trump. The victims of Larry Nassar reached a settlement regarding the mishandling of sexual abuse allegations. Plus, find out why it’s referred to as the “pink moon,” even though it doesn’t actually appear pink.
Hey there! It’s Laura Davis and I’m here with Tuesday’s news. Let’s dive right in!
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Trump trial testimony: National Enquirer killed stories
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During the sixth day of the New York trial regarding hush money payments involving Donald Trump, a former media executive provided testimony. He revealed how he utilized the National Enquirer to advance Trump’s campaign interests in 2016.
According to prosecutors, David Pecker was involved in a “catch-and-kill” scheme aimed at suppressing stories that could potentially harm Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign. His actions included strategically leaking negative stories about Trump’s rivals while also silencing a story related to an alleged love child.
Tuesday began with discussions surrounding the issue of whether Trump should face consequences for potentially breaching a gag order. Prosecutors claim that he has violated the order on multiple occasions, and they argue that the judge should impose fines or even consider the possibility of jail time if Trump continues to disregard the order. It is crucial to stay updated on all the events that transpired throughout the day.
A rocky road for Tesla
Tesla has faced a challenging period lately. In the previous week, the company recalled all the approximately 4,000 Cybertrucks it had sold since their launch last year due to an accelerator defect. This recall occurred amidst a turbulent period for the company, marked by layoffs, price reductions, and a dispute over a potential $56 billion compensation package for CEO Elon Musk. These events culminated in Tesla’s quarterly earnings call on Tuesday, where it was announced that the company experienced a decline in year-over-year revenue for the first time since 2020. Here’s what we know.
- Tesla plans to lay off nearly 2,700 workers at Texas factory.
- Prices on Tesla Y, X and S models cut after delivery miss.
Real quick
- What the heck is this Meta AI tool all over Facebook?
- Ostrich named Karen dies after snatching, eating zoo staffer’s keys.
- Kim Kardashian: The rumors are true.
- Wild video: Man wrangles a gator out of the street. (Yes, in Florida!)
- What it’s like in Maui after wildfires – and how to be a good visitor.
- A near-miss between a NASA spacecraft and a Russian satellite was shockingly close.
DOJ to pay nearly $139 million to Nassar victims
The Department of Justice made an announcement on Tuesday, revealing its decision to provide a settlement amounting to almost $139 million to survivors of Larry Nassar’s sexual abuse. This settlement is a result of the mishandling of the initial allegations by the FBI.
In the settlement, the Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced that a total of 139 victims, including Olympic champions Simone Biles, McKayla Maroney, and Aly Raisman, will receive compensation. Each claimant will receive an average of $1 million.
Larry Nassar, a former U.S. women’s national gymnastics team doctor and Michigan State University employee, committed numerous acts of sexual assault against over 500 women and girls while pretending to provide medical treatment. In 2015, the FBI received allegations regarding Nassar but failed to respond promptly or take them seriously, allowing the abuse to persist. This negligence was highlighted in a DOJ report, which emphasized the urgency and seriousness that should have been given to the allegations. Let’s explore the details further.
Pink moon rising 🌝
Hey there, moon! After its star performance in the solar eclipse a few weeks ago, our old friend, the moon, is back in the spotlight. This time, we’ll be treated to the sight of the full “pink” moon rising in the evening sky on Tuesday, and it will remain full for several nights. However, despite its name, the moon won’t actually appear pink to us. Instead, it will showcase its usual golden hue near the horizon, gradually transitioning to a bright white as it gracefully moves across the sky. The Old Farmer’s Almanac assures us of this. The name of April’s full moon pays homage to one of the first widespread flowers of spring. 🌷 If you’re curious to delve deeper into the moon’s mysteries, feel free to explore more about it.
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