Immunity Challenge

What to know about Trump's hearing. [For the best experience, read in browser.]( January 10, 2024 Good morning! We’ll start off with the main takeaways from Trump’s hearing in D.C. yesterday, then share some surprising findings about [how Gen Z really feels about the Israel-Hamas war](. In entertainment, we’re dishing on [the latest escalation in Jimmy Kimmel’s feud with Aaron Rodgers](. Then, we’re looking out for your mental health with [the types of people who shouldn’t do couples therapy]( and your physical health with the latest in our fitness series with Ryan Cooper — and it’s all about [moves to strengthen your core](. Away we go!   In the News [Donalald Trump]( Former President Trump speaks out following his immunity hearing on Tuesday. (Getty Images) Immunity Challenge Donald Trump jumped off the campaign trail on Tuesday to attend a hearing on whether former presidents are immune from criminal prosecution. The claim is part of his attempt to quash election interference charges brought by special counsel Jack Smith. Here’s a look at three key takeaways. Lifelong protection? A three-judge panel seemed skeptical of Trump’s claims that former presidents can only face prosecution if the House first votes to impeach him and the Senate convicts. District Judge Tanya Chutkan, who’s overseeing the case, said the presidency doesn’t equate to “a lifelong get-out-of-jail-free pass.” How far is too far? The judges notably questioned whether Trump’s actions around the Capitol insurrection qualified as his official presidential duties. “I think it is paradoxical to say that his constitutional duty to take care of the laws be faithfully executed allows him to violate criminal law,” said Judge Karen Henderson. Out of bounds? The appeals court also asked whether it even has the legal authority to move ahead with the case, and expressed concern that it could prompt a flood of legal action against former presidents. While there’s still a lot up in the air, this immunity argument could delay Trump's trial, which is set for March 4. It’s the first of up to five trials he's facing this year, so it’s only the start of his legal troubles.   More Stories [Cars driving through heavy rain]( Getty Images Deadly storm: A massive storm packing torrential rain, blizzards, and violent winds will move northeast today after battering the eastern U.S. At least four people are dead in Alabama, Georgia and North Carolina, and 600,000 homes and businesses were without power overnight. The midwest and Great Lakes should see the snowfall let up today, but blizzards are set to continue in the northeast, and heavy rainfall will prompt significant flash flooding from the western Carolinas to the mid-Atlantic and northeast. Israel-Hamas war: Secretary of State Blinken has told Israel that Gazans must be allowed to return to their homes "as soon as conditions allow." Israel is set to appear before the International Court of Justice today in a genocide case that could determine the course of the war. Last night, the U.S. and the U.K. intercepted a barrage of missiles aimed at commercial ships in the Red Sea by Iranian-backed Houthi forces protesting Israel's war against Hamas. Caught off guard: The White House is ordering a review following the news that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was diagnosed with prostate cancer in December and underwent surgery to treat it without informing President Biden. Lawmakers are still reeling from the news that Austin was secretly hospitalized for three days last week due to complications from the procedure. Austin's expected to make a "full recovery," but the Pentagon's lawyers are reviewing whether any laws were broken during that period of silence. Tunnel tussle: Around 10 Hasidic Jewish worshippers have been arrested after breaking into the Chabad-Lubavitch world headquarters in New York as part of an ongoing dispute over a secret tunnel. The New York Times reports that a tunnel leading from the building to an adjacent property was discovered last year, but when a cement truck was brought in yesterday to block it up, a group of men obstructed the effort. It's not known who built the tunnel, but it seems to be related to an internal conflict over expanding the headquarters that's spanned 30 years.   Must-Reads [Aaron Rodgers and Jimmy Kimmel]( Clapping Back Jimmy Kimmel and Aaron Rodgers' feud rages on, with the quarterback and the late-night host exchanging a new round of barbs. [Read More »]( [Angry couple at couples counseling]( Living in Oz What do flying monkeys have to do with couples counseling? If you have a narcissistic partner, a lot. Here's why. [Read More »]( [Images from pro-Palestine protest]( Digging Deeper Is support for Israel divided along generational lines? We crunched the numbers, and it's not as simple as you might think. [Read More »](   Going Strong [Ryan Cooper standing shirtless in front of a bridge]( James Dimmock & Paul Lamb In case you haven’t heard the good news, we're partnering with fitness entrepreneur Ryan Cooper to help you get started on some manageable, mindful wellness goals. This week, Cooper is helping us zone in on our cores with a quick [ab routine to help with balance and stability]( — because these benefits go way beyond aesthetics. [READ MORE](   Extra Credit Smell you later: There’s so much more to a signature scent than just choosing a perfume. We scoured TikTok for [the secrets to smelling irresistible](, and the best products to add to your repertoire. Order up: Trying to eat more veggies in the new year? [Mary McCartney's mushroom "steak" recipe]( offers a plant-based alternative to meat that comes together in minutes. Double duty: Wake-Up Call readers' go-to SPF brand is, hands down, Supergoop!, and [their new moisturizer]( combines the sun protection we love with hydration we need.   On the Horizon We asked outstanding business leaders for their predictions about [the biggest professional trends they're expecting]( in 2024, and we'll share their answers throughout January. Today, we turn to Devika Mathrani, SVP and chief marketing and communications officer at NewYork-Presbyterian: “Social media has accelerated a culture of people wanting to share their most vulnerable moments. Patients are becoming more forthcoming about navigating the emotional journey of the ‘before, during, and after’ of health challenges or crises — and engaging directly with each other and building peer communities. 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