"Judge Questions Trump's Delay Tactics in Hush Money Case"

The judge overseeing the hush money criminal case involving former President Donald Trump in New York appeared skeptical of delaying or dismissing the case due to a dispute over potential evidence. The defense accused the Manhattan district attorney's office of misconduct and sought a dismissal, trial adjournment, and prohibition on key witnesses testifying. The trial, initially set for jury selection, was adjourned for 30 days after defense attorneys raised issues with the late production of over 100,000 pages of potential evidence by federal prosecutors. The defense argued for a longer delay, while prosecutors claimed the new evidence was a "red herring" and part of a "strategic delay." Defense lawyers have demanded a dismissal of the case based on the new materials, which they said damage the credibility of star witness Michael Cohen and contain exculpatory information.