All articles tagged with #witch hunt
Former President Trump continues to defend right-wing allies overseas by labeling their legal troubles as 'witch hunts,' notably supporting Bolsonaro amid tariffs and criticizing judicial proceedings against Netanyahu and Le Pen, reflecting his broader stance on political prosecutions abroad.
French President Emmanuel Macron has spoken out against what he calls a "witch-hunt" targeting actor Gérard Depardieu, who is facing allegations of rape and sexual assault. Macron's comments come as Depardieu, a prominent figure in French cinema, faces a new investigation into allegations made by an actress in 2018. The actor has denied all accusations against him. Macron's defense of Depardieu has sparked controversy, with critics arguing that it undermines the #MeToo movement and sends a message that powerful men can escape accountability.
Former Attorney General Bill Barr refutes former President Donald Trump's claims that the Department of Justice indictment against him for mishandling classified documents is part of a "witch hunt." Barr states that Trump is "not a victim here" and that the charges are legitimate.
New York Republican congressman George Santos has pleaded not guilty to 13 charges, including wire fraud, money laundering, theft of public funds, and making false statements to the House of Representatives. He surrendered to the authorities and was taken into custody earlier in the day before being released on a $500,000 bond ahead of his next court appearance on 30 June. Santos has been accused of lying about his personal background and campaign finances. He called the probe a "witch hunt" and plans to run for re-election. Republican leaders in the House of Representatives are not yet ready to expel him.
Actor Jonathan Majors was arraigned on a revised domestic violence charge in a New York City courtroom. He faces a misdemeanor assault charge, which prosecutors rewrote from the perspective of the accuser, who claims Majors twisted her arm, struck her, and shoved her into a vehicle in March. Majors' attorney claims he is innocent and said the woman attacked him, calling the investigation a "witch hunt." Majors must show up in person at a follow-up hearing on June 13 or face a possible warrant for his arrest.
Actor Jonathan Majors appeared in court virtually for a hearing related to assault and harassment charges brought against him by the Manhattan District Attorney's Office. His attorney accused prosecutors of racial bias and called the case a "witch hunt." Majors denies the allegations and claims to have provided video evidence that allegedly exonerates him. The next court hearing is scheduled for June 13.