What We Know About Trump’s Indictment For Mishandling Classified Documents
Donald Trump has been indicted on felony charges of mishandling classified documents at his Florida estate, a remarkable development that makes him the first former president in U.S. history to face criminal charges by the federal government that he once oversaw. The Justice Department was expected to make public an indictment ahead of a historic court appearance next week in the midst of a 2024 presidential campaign punctuated by criminal prosecutions in multiple states. Trump’s indictment carries unmistakably grave legal consequences, including the possibility of prison if he’s convicted. But it also has enormous political implications, potentially upending a Republican presidential primary that Trump had been dominating and testing anew the willingness of GOP voters and party leaders to stick with a now twice-indicted candidate who could face still more charges. And it sets the stage for a sensational trial centered on claims that a man once entrusted to safeguard the nation’s most closely-guarded secrets willfully, and illegally, hoarded sensitive national security information after leaving office. Joining us to discuss the charges is Laurie Levenson, professor of criminal law at Loyola Law School and former federal prosecutor.
With Files from the Associated Press.
Latin Jazz Artist Poncho Sanchez On Performing At The Hollywood Bowl
The 2023 Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival taking place Saturday, June 17 and Sunday, June 18, offers an array of musical artists. That includes Poncho Sanchez, Grammy award winning Latin jazz band leader, salsa singer and conguero. Sanchez joins Larry for a special AirTalk conversation.
You can see Poncho Sanchez perform at the Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival Saturday, June 17. Click here for more info.
Should Motorcyclists Who Wear Turbans For Religious Reasons Be Exempt From Helmet Laws?
California mandates motorcyclists wear helmets, but a new bill being considered would allow those who wear turbans or patkas for religious beliefs to ride without a helmet. Republican state Sen. Brian Dahle introduced the legislation after, according to the L.A. Times, he says he was approached by bikers in the Sikh community who said they wanted to be able to ride while practicing their religious customs. Senators approved the bill, which now is being considered in the Assembly. Dahle joins Larry to discuss. If you have thoughts, call 866-893-5722 or email atcomments@laist.com.
FilmWeek: ‘Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts,’ ‘Flamin’ Hot,’ ‘Heroes Of The Golden Mask,’ And More
Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Amy Nicholson, Manuel Betancourt and Charles Solomon review this weekend’s new movie releases in theaters, streaming, and on demand platforms.
- “Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts” Wide Release
- “Flamin’ Hot” Streaming On Hulu
- “Heroes Of The Golden Mask” Laemmle NoHo 7[North Hollywood]
- “Persian Lessons” Laemmle Royal[West LA]
- “The Angry Black Girl And Her Monster” In Select Theaters
- “Dalíland” Landmark Nuart Theaters[West LA]
- “Amy Schumer: Emergency Contact” Streaming On Netflix
- “Brooklyn 45” Streaming On Shudder and AMC+
- “Americonned” Laemmle Monica Film Center[Santa Monica]
- “Lynch/Oz” In Select Theaters
- “The Secret Kingdom” Laemmle Glendale
