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Trump seeks to delay classified documents trial until after 2024 election

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July 12, 2023

On Monday, former President Donald Trump requested a significant delay before facing trial for allegedly hoarding military secrets at his Mar-a-Lago estate

Trump argued that proceeding with the trial while he remains a presidential candidate would make it nearly impossible to impanel an impartial jury.

“Proceeding to trial during the pendency of a Presidential election cycle wherein opposing candidates are effectively (if not literally) directly adverse to one another in this action will create extraordinary challenges in the jury selection process and limit the Defendants’ ability to secure a fair and impartial adjudication,” attorneys for Trump and his personal aide and co-defendant, Walt Nauta, said in a court filing Monday night.

This request presents a crucial test for U.S. District Court Judge Aileen Cannon, who is considering special counsel Jack Smith’s push for a December 2023 trial, citing the strong public interest in beginning proceedings as soon as possible.

The defence filing categorically states that December is too soon for a trial and urges Judge Cannon not to set a trial date at this point.

Trump’s legal team explicitly opposes a trial during the upcoming presidential election season, which is expected to kick off later this year.

If Trump secures the Republican nomination, his defence argues for a delay of almost a year beyond the prosecution’s proposed timeline.

This legal strategy aligns with Trump’s customary approach of protracting legal matters in the hopes of changing the legal landscape.

However, in this instance, the objective is to delay a criminal trial that could potentially result in a lengthy prison sentence if he is convicted, marking the first-ever prosecution of a former president.

Furthermore, if Trump were to win the election, he would possess legal and constitutional tools to disrupt the prosecution’s efforts.

He has previously asserted the power to self-pardon, an untested exercise of presidential authority.

Additionally, as president, he would have the ability to appoint leaders within the Justice Department, who could potentially terminate any ongoing criminal proceedings.

In their late-night submission, Trump’s defence attorneys did not address these scenarios directly but highlighted a series of potential conflicts and proceedings that they argue would make it nearly impossible to adequately prepare for a trial in the coming months.

These complications include a civil trial scheduled for October in New York involving New York Attorney General Letitia James’ attempt to impose significant restrictions on Trump and his businesses for alleged widespread fraud.

Another issue is a criminal trial set for March 2024 on state charges related to hush money payments to porn star Stormy Daniels just before the 2016 presidential election.

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SpaceX IPO could make Elon Musk’s Mars dream a trillion-dollar reality

SpaceX’s upcoming IPO could raise $25 billion and value the company over $1 trillion, igniting investor excitement for Mars missions.

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December 12, 2025

Harvey Vargas

SpaceX’s upcoming IPO could raise $25 billion and value the company over $1 trillion, igniting investor excitement for Mars missions.

Investors are buzzing as SpaceX gears up for a potential IPO, aiming to raise more than $25 billion, possibly as soon as June. The offering could value the company at over $1 trillion, fueling Musk’s ambitious plans for Mars and beyond.

Despite the high-risk nature of space ventures, demand from retail investors is expected to be strong. Experts predict this IPO could become historic, with the company’s market value potentially soaring past $2 trillion once it launches.

Musk’s unconventional management style hasn’t slowed investor enthusiasm, even amidst regulatory hurdles. The funds raised could also support groundbreaking innovations, including energy-efficient space data centers.

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Russia shoots down 280+ Ukrainian drones as Zelenskyy pushes new peace plan

Russia claims 280 Ukrainian drones shot down; Zelenskyy finalizes a new peace proposal amid rising tensions and military clashes.

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December 12, 2025

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Russia claims 280 Ukrainian drones shot down; Zelenskyy finalizes a new peace proposal amid rising tensions and military clashes.

Russia’s Defence Ministry claims it has shot down over 280 Ukrainian drones, with 40 intercepted near Moscow, some targeting the city directly. Emergency services responded to debris, and temporary flight restrictions were enforced at Moscow’s airports amid the attacks.

Meanwhile, President Zelenskyy revealed his team is finalizing a revised 20-point peace proposal, introducing new ideas on territorial control. Ukrainian and American officials are set to consult online, focusing on security guarantees rather than the detailed points of the plan.

As tensions rise, both military clashes and diplomatic efforts continue to shape the future of the conflict. Keep up with the latest updates and expert analysis on these unfolding events.

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Disney invests $1B in OpenAI to generate Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar videos

Disney invests $1 billion in OpenAI for AI-generated videos featuring iconic characters, enhancing fan interactions and launching in 2026.

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December 12, 2025

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Disney invests $1 billion in OpenAI for AI-generated videos featuring iconic characters, enhancing fan interactions and launching in 2026.

Disney is taking AI to the next level, investing $1 billion in OpenAI to create a licensing deal that allows users to generate videos featuring more than 200 characters from Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar. This partnership could redefine how fans interact with their favorite characters.

The deal will let users stream short AI-generated videos directly on Disney+, and ChatGPT will also produce images of Disney’s licensed characters. However, the agreement excludes talent likenesses or voices, keeping human performances separate.

Set to launch in 2026, the collaboration also gives Disney warrants to purchase additional OpenAI equity and use AI tools for product development, opening doors to new creative opportunities.

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