Trump lashes out in court

Closing arguments in Trump's real estate fraud trial took place, and Bill Belichick is a free agent. It's Thursday's news.

Advertisement Read in browser The Short List Thu Jan 11 2024 Donald Trump went on an unplanned rant during the closing arguments of his real estate fraud trial. Legendary NFL head coach Bill Belichick has parted ways with the New England Patriots. And the Federal Aviation Administration will investigate Boeing. Hi, Julius and Spencer here. Without further ado, Thursday's news. But first, chew it while you can! After more than 50 years, Fruit Stripe gum is being discontinued. Trump rants against AG, judge gets bomb threat Donald Trump lashed out during the closing arguments of his real estate fraud trial in New York. ''The person in the room right now hates Trump," the former president said in an unscheduled and dramatic rant, referring to New York Attorney General Letitia James, who has led the case against the Trump Organization. Trump's comments highlighted a day of back-and-forth among lawyers that began with a bomb scare directed at a judge's home. James wants Trump on the hook for nearly all of a proposed $370 million in damages, although others also face potential liability. Trump may also face a lifetime ban on running a business or participating in the real estate industry in New York. • Bomb threat made against judge in Trump fraud case • 'Control your client': Takeaways from closing arguments in Donald Trump's NY real estate fraud trial Former President Donald Trump attends his civil fraud trial in on Dec. 7, 2023, in New York. Closing remarks in the case were made Thursday. David Dee Delgado, AP Short List is a snappy USA TODAY news roundup. Subscribe to the newsletter here. What everyone's talking about • 'You're so desperate': 5 takeaways from last night's Republican debate • Mel Tucker's appeal denied: Decision ends Michigan State sex assault investigation • Grammy nominee Jelly Roll, a former drug dealer, gives impassioned speech against fentanyl to Congress • Inflation picked up in December, report shows. Here's what it could mean for interest rates. Legendary NFL coach is out of a job In a seismic move that seemed almost inconceivable not even a year ago, the NFL's New England Patriots have parted ways with longtime head coach Bill Belichick, the team confirmed on Thursday. Belichick was the longest-tenured active coach in the NFL and led the Patriots to all six of the franchise's Super Bowl wins. His 333 wins rank second all-time in league history. But the Patriots have struggled following legendary quarterback Tom Brady's departure in 2020, and the recent 4-13 campaign was New England's worst in Belichick's 24 years there. • Who could replace Belichick in New England? These names stand out. • Bill Belichick's next job? Nine NFL team options for coach after Patriots split. New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick looks on during his team's game against the Giants on Nov. 26, 2023. Robert Deutsch, USA TODAY Sports The Short List is free, but several stories we link to are subscriber-only. Consider supporting our journalism and become a USA TODAY digital subscriber today. FAA will investigate Boeing's production process The Federal Aviation Administration says it will open an investigation into Boeing in the wake of the ongoing 737 Max 9 grounding, according to a letter delivered to the manufacturer. "This incident should have never happened and it cannot happen again," the letter said. "FAA formally notified Boeing that it is conducting an investigation to determine if Boeing failed to ensure completed products conformed to its approved design and were in a condition for safe operation in compliance with FAA regulations." According to the FAA, Boeing has 10 days to respond to the notice. Boeing's CEO Dave Calhoun said the company plans to fully cooperate with the investigation. • Here's what Boeing's CEO told his employees about the Alaska Airlines 1282 incident. • Plane seats are all equally safe, but here's how to know exactly what you're getting. A break from the news • 15 million acres and counting: These tycoons, families are the largest landowners in the U.S. • 2024 tax season guide for new parents: What to know about the Child Tax Credit, EITC and more. • All the movies you'll want to see in 2024: 'Mean Girls,' a new 'Beverly Hills Cop,' and other can't-miss films. US attack on Yemen rebels imminent, reports say; Houthis not backing down The Houthi rebels, who control much of Yemen, have disrupted global trade with 26 attacks on merchant ships in the Red Sea since Nov. 19. READ MORE Advertisement Hunter Biden pleads not guilty to federal tax charges Hunter Biden pleaded not guilty to federal charges he failed to pay $1.4 million in taxes. A plea deal on tax and gun charges fell apart in July. READ MORE Michael Strahan's heartbreaking revelation and why even celebs need privacy Michael Strahan's situation reminds us that no family is immune to heartbreak and deserves privacy when they withhold details. READ MORE Winter storm slams Northeast with flooding rain, powerful winds Thousands across the mid-Atlantic and New England were without power Wednesday as a powerful winter storm tore across the region. READ MORE Nearly 10,000 died from COVID in December due to holidays, new variant "Although COVID-19 is no longer a global health emergency, the virus is still circulating and killing," WHO's Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said. READ MORE Nick Saban explains why he decided to retire as Alabama coach One day after announcing his retirement, Nick Saban tells ESPN why he decided to step down from his position as Alabama head football coach. 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