This trial in Washington will determine the amount of damages Rudy Giuliani must pay to two Georgia election workers, Ruby Freeman and her daughter Wandrea “Shaye” Moss, after he falsely accused them of fraud in the 2020 election. Lawyers for the two women played audio recordings in court of graphic and racist threats they received after Giuliani's baseless claims. On Tuesday, Wandrea “Shaye” Moss will take the stand as the fourth plaintiffs' witness, and the judge will then decide the amount of damages Giuliani must pay.
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The Turkish Football Federation has announced the suspension of all league games in the country following a violent incident at the end of a top-flight match. MKE Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca punched the referee and was joined by fans in a melee, sparking a debate over the safety of players, referees and fans in Turkish football. The federation has promised to take all necessary steps to ensure the safety of all involved in the sport.
Harvard University President Claudine Gay will remain in her position, the school’s governing board announced Tuesday following a week of outcry over her testimony at a congressional hearing on antisemitism. The Harvard Corporation expressed their confidence in Gay’s leadership and her commitment to redoubling the University’s fight against antisemitism. Gay had issued an apology and promised to take steps to address antisemitism on campus, which the Corporation’s decision to keep her in office is seen as a sign of support for.
According to the UNODC's Southeast Asia Opium Survey 2023, Myanmar has become the world's largest opium producer, surpassing Afghanistan with an 18% increase in production. The report also highlighted the "Golden Triangle" region, which is made up of parts of Myanmar, Laos, and Thailand, and saw a 7% increase in opium production since 2022. The UNODC has called for greater international cooperation to tackle the illicit drug trade, as it is a major source of funding for armed groups in the region.
President Biden is meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House to discuss a $61 billion military aid package for Ukraine, which has stalled in Congress due to disagreements over U.S. immigration policies. Last week, a Democratic bill with billions in aid for both Ukraine and Israel failed to pass the Senate. President Biden has pleaded with Congress to pass the aid package, which is necessary for Ukraine to battle Russian President Vladimir Putin's aggression.
On Tuesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with President Joe Biden at the White House to update him on the situation in Ukraine and reaffirm the United States' commitment to the country. The aid package for Ukraine has been stalled on Capitol Hill due to disagreements over immigration policies, and Senator Chris Coons, D-Del., expressed his frustration with the stalemate. The White House is hopeful that the visit will help move the process forward and provide more financial and military support for Ukraine in its war against Russia.
Nikki Haley has become the latest high profile Republican presidential candidate to file primary paperwork in New Hampshire, with polls showing President Donald Trump with a commanding lead. Recent endorsements of other candidates have not moved the needle politically in Iowa, and the outcome of the New Hampshire primary could be determined by the 300,000 undeclared voters in the state.
Residents of Lahaina, Hawaii, have been allowed to return to the historic town after a deadly wildfire that killed at least 100 people. The park is home to a 150-year-old tree that burned in the fire, but is now sprouting new leaves. The Maui County government is providing assistance to those affected by the fire, including resources, services, grants, and loans to help with rebuilding efforts.