Michael Washburn
Reporter
Michael Washburn is a New York-based reporter who covers U.S. and China-related topics for The Epoch Times. He has a background in legal and financial journalism, and also writes about arts and culture. Additionally, he is the host of the weekly podcast Reading the Globe. His books include “The Uprooted and Other Stories,” “When We're Grownups,” and “Stranger, Stranger.”
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Key Takeaways From 4 Weeks of Trump on Trial
Michael Cohen will take the witness stand next week.
Judge Asks Michael Cohen to Stop Talking About Trump Trial on TikTok
The former lawyer and ‘fixer’ for President Trump is waging a social media war amid the New York court case.
Prosecutors Say They Expect to Rest Case in Trump Trial Next Week
Attorneys argued over Allen Weisselberg’s absence from trial.
Judge Denies Trump Motion for Mistrial After New Stormy Daniels Allegations
He also rejected a motion to narrow the gag order so Trump could respond publicly to Clifford’s testimony.
Trump Says ‘A Very Revealing Day’ in Court After Stormy Daniels Testimony
Defense attorneys sought to frame the witness as an opportunist, pointing to inconsistencies in her actions and statements.
Trump Signals He’s Willing to Risk Jail Time to Speak Out
‘I’ll do that sacrifice any day,' he told reporters after leaving the courtroom.
Trump Aide Breaks Down in Tears on the Witness Stand
Former communications director Hope Hicks is testifying.
Trump Claims Gag Order Prevents Him From Testifying
Testimony continues after the judge heard allegations of 4 more gag order violations.
Trump Tests Gag Order as Trial Adjourns for the Day
The trial against former President Donald Trump for 34 counts of allegedly falsifying business records is entering its third week
Judge to Rule on Alleged Gag Order Violations in Trump Criminal Trial
Justice Juan Merchan has weighed prosecutors’ and defense lawyers’ arguments about President Trump’s public statements regarding his current legal woes.
