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Ghislaine Maxwell and Jussie Smollet trials: Breaking them down on day 1
Two high-profile criminal cases get underway today. That includes the trial of Ghislaine Maxwell, the long-time associate of alleged sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein who hanged himself in a Manhattan jail cell two years ago.
By Madeleine Brand • • 8m ListenTwo high-profile criminal cases get underway today. That includes the trial of Ghislaine Maxwell, the long-time associate of alleged sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein who hanged himself in a Manhattan jail cell two years ago. Maxwell faces charges related to her purported role in finding and grooming girls for Epstein and up to 70 years in prison. Also, actor Jussie Smollett is on trial for allegedly staging an assault. Three years ago, the “Empire” star claimed he was attacked as aggressors yelled racist, homophobic, and pro-Trump slogans.
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2 of 4How 1 mom recovered from facial paralysis, and US faces Omicron variant- 0:00It might take weeks to understand Omicron variant, says global health scholar
- 7:36Ghislaine Maxwell and Jussie Smollet trials: Breaking them down on day 1You’re reading this
- 16:02With facial paralysis due to Bell’s palsy, this writer focused on her mind instead of her body
- 35:51The Marías wanted to make music for movies. Now they’re nominated for a Grammy