Luigi Mangione has requested a US judge to dismiss his federal indictment or prevent prosecutors from seeking the death penalty, citing violations of his rights due to prejudicial statements and actions by law enforcement and officials. He faces federal and state murder charges related to a shooting outside a Manhattan hotel, with no trial dates set yet. His lawyers argue that the conduct of authorities has compromised his right to a fair trial.
Lawyers for Kilmar Abrego Garcia have requested a judge to prevent top Trump administration officials from making false and prejudicial public statements against him, amid ongoing legal and immigration issues following his mistaken deportation and detention, which they argue jeopardizes his right to a fair trial.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs's lawyers have filed a motion to vacate his conviction under the Mann Act or request a new trial, arguing that the sexual encounters were consensual and should not be classified as prostitution, while the case continues to be litigated with sentencing scheduled for October 3, 2025.
R. Kelly's attorneys have filed an emergency motion for his immediate release from federal custody, alleging that officials solicited an inmate to murder him and that his life is in danger, citing evidence from an inmate who claims officials offered him freedom in exchange for Kelly's murder. Kelly is serving a 30-year sentence for sex crimes, and his legal team argues that his safety is compromised due to ongoing threats from other inmates connected to the Aryan Brotherhood.
R. Kelly's attorneys have filed an emergency motion for his release, alleging that federal officials solicited an inmate to murder him while in custody, citing evidence from a terminally ill inmate who claims officials offered him freedom in exchange for Kelly's murder. The attorneys argue Kelly's life is in danger due to ongoing threats from other inmates associated with the Aryan Brotherhood, and they seek his release to home detention. Kelly is currently serving a 30-year sentence for sex crimes and racketeering.
Alec Baldwin's attorneys have filed a motion to dismiss his manslaughter indictment, alleging that prosecutor Kari Morrissey withheld evidence showing his Colt .45 revolver was damaged at the time of the fatal accident involving cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. The defense claims the withheld reports contradict the prosecution's case that the gun was in proper working order. Baldwin's trial is set to begin in less than three weeks.
Retired US district court judge Shira Scheindlin expresses concerns over parts of former President Donald Trump's legal team's motion asking Judge Juan Merchan to recuse himself from the New York hush money case.
Legal expert Joyce Vance expresses concern over Judge Aileen Cannon's delay in ruling on a motion to dismiss Donald Trump's classified documents case, suggesting it may benefit the former president. The motion argues that the Presidential Records Act allows Trump to designate sensitive materials as his personal property. Despite rejecting another motion, Cannon's handling of the case has raised concerns about potential delays and the impact on the trial. Trump's legal team has not commented, and the trial, currently set for May 20, is expected to be postponed.
Alec Baldwin's lawyers have filed a motion to dismiss the involuntary manslaughter charge against him, alleging that prosecutors violated court orders and unfairly stacked the deck against him. They claim that the prosecution unlawfully deprived the grand jury of evidence favorable to Baldwin and publicly dragged him through the improprieties. Baldwin is set to face trial in July after being re-charged in January for the accidental shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of Rust in 2021. This motion comes after the Rust armourer was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter.
Former President Donald Trump is seeking to reduce the $83.3 million jury award or secure a new trial in E. Jean Carroll's defamation case against him, arguing that the judge's restrictions on his testimony influenced the verdict. Trump's lawyers claim that the jury should have been instructed differently and that the damages awarded are excessive. Carroll opposes Trump's efforts, stating that the evidence shows an increase in defamatory comments after a previous verdict. The judge is considering Trump's request for more time to post the bond.
Donald Trump's lawyer has requested a temporary delay or a reduced bond for the $83.3 million judgment in the defamation case brought by E. Jean Carroll, arguing that the amount is "egregiously excessive" and likely to be reduced on appeal. The request comes as Trump faces financial scrutiny amid two costly New York civil trials, including a $355 million judgment in a civil fraud case.
Actor Jonathan Majors' sentencing hearing for assault and harassment has been delayed for two months as his legal team seeks to set aside the verdict, citing insufficient evidence, inconsistent charges, and questionable prosecution tactics. They argue that the "reckless" assault charge presented to the jury was unjustified and are asking the judge to throw out the conviction, with the next hearing scheduled for April 8.
Jonathan Majors' sentencing for reckless assault and harassment charges has been postponed to April 8 after his defense team filed a motion to set aside the verdict. The charges stem from an incident with his ex-partner, and despite initial expectations of no prison time, a recent denial of wrongdoing in an interview may impact his sentence. The actor has faced professional repercussions, including being dropped from Marvel Studios and other film projects.
Former President Donald Trump seeks to dismiss election interference charges in Georgia, citing an alleged improper romantic relationship between the Fulton County District Attorney and special prosecutor. Trump's lawyer alleges racial bias and misconduct by the district attorney, seeking to disqualify her and the special prosecutor from the case. The motion also claims that the special prosecutor and district attorney profited from the prosecution at the taxpayers' expense. A hearing is set for February 15 to address the motion to dismiss and misconduct allegations.
