3 Things To Know Today

1 Impeachment Trial: Day Two In The Books

Just before 1am, the Senate adjourned...and the first real day of President Trump’s Senate Impeachment trial was done. What was accomplished in the end? The rules are set – and as you might’ve guessed, the votes about subpoenaing witnesses, evidence and classified materials went along party lines. All 11 of them. Still, there were some concessions along the way. For example, the initial decree that each side would have 24 hours "over up to 2 session days" to present their cases was extended to arguments from each side playing out across three days instead. Credit for that move reportedly goes to moderate Republicans including Maine’s Susan Collins. Not only that, there may be some witnesses after all. According to reports, Democrats are privately discussing the calling of Hunter Biden...if the Republicans will put former National Security Advisor John Bolton on the stand. No word on the chances of that happening, but we’ll keep you posted. Today’s proceedings are expected to begin at 12pm.

2 CDC Announces First U.S. Case Of Wuhan Coronavirus

The Center for Disease Control has confirmed the first case of the Wuhan coronavirus in the United States. For those who don’t know, coronaviruses are a large group of viruses that are common among animals and if contracted, humans can exhibit common cold symptoms or possibly contract pneumonia. In this scenario, the virus was first identified in Wuhan, China last month, and as many as 300 cases have been reported and six people have died because of the virus. Human-to-human transmission has also been confirmed. In the case of the American patient, he has not been named, but is receiving care in isolation at Providence Regional Medical Center in Everett, Washington. Officials say that his being educated about the virus is what’s helping contain the potential spread. Apparently, he came home...started feeling sick...and contacted the local health department. He’s expected to recover.

3 D-Day For Harvey Weinstein As His Rape Trial Begins

Opening statements in Harvey Weinstein's sex assault trial begin today. As we’ve been telling you, the disgraced movie mogul is accused of a 2013 rape in a New York City hotel room and another forcible sex act in 2006 at his Manhattan apartment. Since then, dozens of women – more than 80 at last check – have accused the 67-year-old of a range of predatory behavior, triggering the "Me Too" movement. Of course, Weinstein claims all his sexual activity was consensual – and wants to present emails from his accusers, which he says will show he didn’t assault anyone. He says they were “dozens and dozens of loving” communications. His team will reportedly refer to them during opening arguments, but they won’t be presented. If Weinstein’s convicted, he could face life in prison. Speaking of those accusers, one of his more famous – Annabella Sciorra – will also be taking the stand during the trial. She says he raped her in the early 90s after starring in one of his films. She’s one of several accusers set to testify at this time.


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