Laura Italiano
Laura Italiano is an experienced journalist who has worked at three New York City tabloids - Newsday, The Post and (freelance) The News - before joining Insider in February 2022. She is a veteran of the Manhattan DA beat, and her work for Insider's Enterprise news desk is focused on the New York investigations into the Trump Organization and on related stories out of state and federal court. In her articles, she covers topics such as Trump's hush-money sentencing, his attempts to attack witnesses and jurors in the hush-money case, legal experts' opinions on Trump's immunity ruling, and investigations into the Trump Organization. Laura Italiano has a background in uncovering the truth and providing unique insights into her subjects, making her work informative and engaging for readers.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
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Examples:
- The author occasionally uses language that portrays Trump and his associates in a negative light, such as referring to 'Trump's hush-money verdict hinges on a single piece of paper. See the most important evidence in the case.' or 'Trump wants his criminal conviction in his New York hush-money trial thrown out after the Supreme Court handed him a big win on presidential immunity.'
Conflicts of Interest
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Examples:
- The author mentions that the NRA bylaws require LaPierre to report any gift from a vendor in excess of $300. This implies that there may be a conflict of interest in the way vendors are interacting with Trump and his associates.
Contradictions
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- In an article about Trump's hush-money trial, the author states '] Michael Cohen wired $130,000 from his account to a lawyer for Stormy Daniels on October 27, 2016[' but later contradicts themselves by stating 'Contradictions: [
Deceptions
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Examples:
- The article states that 'Trump himself has refrained from attacking Loren Merchan, daughter of New York Supreme Court Justice Juan Merchan, at least since the judge expanded the gag order on Monday night.' However, this statement is false as Trump's lawyers took up the attack in a new filing on Tuesday night.
Recent Articles
Ukraine's Yaroslava Mahuchikh Breaks Long-Standing High Jump World Record Amidst Personal and Political Challenges
Broke On: Sunday, 07 July 2024Ukraine's Yaroslava Mahuchikh breaks the long-standing world record in high jump at Paris Diamond League meet with a leap of 2.10 meters, surpassing Stefka Kostadinova's record from 1987. Mahuchikh, a Ukrainian athlete who trains abroad and advocates for the role of sports in giving hope to her war-torn country, faces legal challenges for former President Donald Trump as his hush-money conviction remains unaffected by the US Supreme Court's immunity opinion. 
Former President Trump Faces Unprecedented Conviction: 34 Counts of Falsifying Business Records and Potential Prison Sentence
Broke On: Thursday, 30 May 2024Former President Donald Trump was convicted of 34 counts of falsifying business records in May 2024, marking the first time a U.S. president faced such charges. The New York Supreme Court will sentence him on July 11, with potential punishments including prison time and Secret Service protection within facilities. Trump was found guilty of hush money payments to Stormy Daniels during his 2016 campaign, and his legal team plans to appeal the verdict. If imprisoned, Trump would face challenges for both himself and correctional facilities due to security needs and communication restrictions. 
Former President Trump's Criminal Trial: The Role of Michael Cohen and the Contested 'People's 35'
Broke On: Friday, 27 October 2023Former President Donald Trump stood trial in New York on May 14, 2024, for his involvement in a hush money payment to Stormy Daniels. Prosecutors presented evidence that Trump personally approved the $130,000 payment to silence Daniels' claims of an affair. Michael Cohen, Trump's former attorney and key witness, testified about the contents of 'People's 35', which allegedly proves Trump's approval. Despite Cohen's history of lying under oath, prosecutors believe his testimony is crucial for their case against Trump on 34 felony counts. Donald Trump Faces Legal Dilemma: Testify in Hush-Money Trial or Invoke Fifth Amendment?
Broke On: Thursday, 16 May 2024Former President Trump faces a legal dilemma as the New York hush-money trial nears conclusion and a political group urges him to testify. The trial revolves around falsified business records related to Stormy Daniels' hush money payment, with Michael Cohen, Trump's former fixer, serving as the prosecution's star witness. Trump is considering testifying despite potential consequences for his reputation and political future. 
New Revelations in Trump Hush-Money Cases: Cohen, Davidson, and the Role of the Trump Organization
Broke On: Friday, 03 May 2024New revelations emerge from ongoing criminal trials regarding hush-money deals involving Donald Trump during his 2016 presidential campaign. Michael Cohen and Keith Davidson, key figures in these deals, have been under scrutiny. A secret recording between Trump and Cohen revealed discussions about facilitating a payment to Karen McDougal, with Trump speaking to Allen Weisselberg about setting up a company for the transaction. Davidson testified that hush money deals may have helped Trump win the election and exchanged texts regarding 'funds received'. The trials continue with impartial reporting on all facts. 
Former President Donald Trump Faces Trial Over Hush Money Payments to Porn Star Amidst Conflict of Interest Allegations
Broke On: Wednesday, 03 April 2024Former President Donald Trump is currently facing trial in New York for hush money payments to a porn star. The judge presiding over the case, Juan Merchan, has denied recusal requests from defense lawyers who claim that his daughter's work for Authentic Campaigns creates an ongoing financial interest tied to the former president's criminal trial. 
The Controversial NRA: Allegations of Corruption and Misuse of Funds
Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024The NRA, a nonprofit advocating for gun owners' rights, has faced controversy and legal battles over corruption allegations. Recent calls seek to reform or dissolve the organization. Trump Family Faces Legal Battles in Election Interference and Fraud Cases
Broke On: Friday, 03 November 2023Former President Donald Trump's attorneys have appealed a gag order placed on him in a federal election interference case. Trump and his adult children are set to testify in a New York civil fraud trial, with the state seeking at least $250 million in what it calls 'ill-gotten gains'.