"Direct Attack on the Rule of Law"

Trump is held in criminal contempt. [For the best experience, read in browser.]( May 7, 2024 Donald Trump violated his gag order again, and the consequences could be severe. We’ve got more on [the judge’s sharp rebuke]( and the latest in the NYC hush money trial. Then, we’ll take a trip uptown to admire [the most eye-popping Met Gala looks](. We’ll also [explain the latest viral debate]( and share [last-minute Mother’s Day gifts]( that’ll arrive on time.   In the News [Donald Trump]( Getty Images Forewarned The New York judge overseeing Donald Trump’s hush money trial has warned that the former president could face jail time if he doesn’t stop violating his gag order. On Monday, Justice Juan Merchan held Trump in contempt of court for the 10th time for attacking jurors, citing that his "continued willful violations of this court's orders threaten the administration of justice and constitute a direct attack on the rule of law." The former president must now pay $1,000, on top of his $9,000 fine for nine other gag order violations. Here’s what Trump said to merit this warning, and whether he [could face time behind bars](. [READ MORE]( PASS THIS STORY ALONG: mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20this%20story%20from%20Wake-Up%20Call%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fkatiecouric.com%2Fnews%2Fpolitics-and-policy%2Ftrump-gag-order-hush-money-trial%2F   More Stories [Palestinians mourn loved ones killed in Israeli strikes.]( Palestinians mourn loved ones killed in Israeli strikes. (Getty images) The IDF has taken control of the Palestinian side of the Rafah crossing. Israeli strikes have already killed civilians, and Israel has said Hamas' ceasefire terms were "far from" meeting its demands. The White House has repeated its opposition to the Rafah offensive. At least one person is dead after powerful storms churned up a tornado in Oklahoma overnight. Several other people are injured. A tornado watch is in effect as a "particularly dangerous situation" unfolds in south-central Kansas and central Oklahoma. Pro-Palestinian protesters resisted an order to clear their camp at MIT, leading to clashes with the police. Columbia has canceled its main commencement event in favor of smaller ceremonies, and more protesters were arrested at UCLA on Monday. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene appears to have stalled on her threat of a vote to oust Speaker Mike Johnson. The pair met for two hours yesterday, and are set to meet again today "based on the discussion that we've had," Greene said. NASA and Boeing were forced to cancel an attempted launch to the International Space Station because of a valve issue on the rocket. Astronauts Barry “Butch” Wilmore and Sunita Williams were already strapped into their seats when it was called off.   Must-Reads [Zendaya in an iridescent blue-green gown at the Met Gala]( Lookin' Haute Flowers, sparkles, and capes — oh my! This year's Met Gala looks brought the drama, and we've got a recap of the bold fashion. [Read More »]( [Close-up of two hands doing tapping therapy]( Sweet Relief We're shedding light on a technique that can relieve anxiety in almost no time — and doesn't require anything except your hands. [Read More »]( [woman encountering bear in the woods]( Into the Woods Wondering why people are talking about encountering bears in the woods all of a sudden? It's part of a larger TikTok trend — here's more. [Read More »](   Tune In [Brian Wallach and Sandra Abrevaya]( Courtesy of Prime I'm thrilled to share that For Love and Life: No Ordinary Campaign, a documentary I executive produced, will be available on Prime Video starting May 28. The film follows Brian Wallach and Sandra Abrevaya in the aftermath of Brian's ALS diagnosis at age 37. Brian and Sandra are two of the most selfless people I've ever met, and I think everyone should know their incredibly inspiring story. 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