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El Chapo Trial: Jury deliberations in 4th day
Deliberations in the El Chapo trial have entered into their fourth day. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joined CBSN with more on what the jury is looking at and when we can expect a verdict.
Jurors review more evidence in El Chapo
Jurors of the El Chapo trial asked to review all eight days of testimony of the Cifuentes brothers, who supplied Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman with cocaine from Colombia. CBS legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN to discuss where the case stands.
Jury continues deliberations in El Chapo trial
Jurors in the El Chapo trial continued their deliberations for a second day Tuesday. They asked the judge to provide pieces of evidence to review, and asked the judge to clarify what a drug war is. Attorney Paul Batista joined CBSN to break down what the jury is facing and what happens once the verdict is given.
El Chapo trial: Jury continues deliberations
A federal jury begins its first full day of deliberations in the trial of Mexican drug kingpin Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán. He pleaded not guilty to 10 counts, including engaging in a criminal enterprise, drug and gun charges, and money laundering. More than 50 witnesses described El Chapo's bloody reign as the head of the Sinaloa Cartel. Jericka Duncan reports.
Jury deliberations start in El Chapo trial
The jury, which ended the first day of deliberations Monday without reaching a verdict, has heard months of testimony about Joaquin Guzman's rise to power as the head of the Sinaloa cartel. He faces criminal conspiracy and drug trafficking counts.
Jury begins deliberations over fate of infamous drug lord El Chapo
The jury has heard months of testimony about Joaquin Guzman's rise to power as the head of the Sinaloa cartel
Disturbing allegations against El Chapo
News documents allege horrific crimes by accused drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, as witnesses claim he drugged and raped young girls. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN to talk about these new documents as the jury in his trial is set to begin deliberating.
"El Chapo" trial nears its end
Following 35 days of testimonies, the trial for suspected Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman is nearing its end. The jury is set to begin deliberations on Monday. CBS News correspondent joins Tanya Rivero to discuss.
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El Chapo jury deliberations begin next week
Deliberations are set to begin Monday in the trial of Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman. Criminal defense lawyer and former prosecutor Vinoo Varghese joined CBSN AM with how this trial is nearing its end.
Don't give in to "myth of El Chapo," says defense in closing
Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman faces drug and murder conspiracy charges and could face life in prison if convicted; the jury is expected to begin deliberations Monday
Closing arguments in El Chapo trial
The defense is making its closing arguments in the trial of alleged drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman. Attorney Paul Batista joins CBSN with details.
Gov't cites "avalanche of evidence" in El Chapo trial closing arguments
Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman faces multiple drug and murder conspiracy charges that could land him in jail with a life sentence if convicted
Closing arguments begin in El Chapo trial
Closing arguments in the El Chapo trial begin today. Attorney Paul Batista joined CBSN to discuss when the verdict could come, and what sentence the accused drug lord could face if convicted.
Prosecution rests case against El Chapo
The end of the El Chapo trial is near, as the prosecution rests their case and prepares for closing arguments. Meanwhile, the defense is calling one witness to challenge previous testimony. CBS legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN to discuss the latest in the case.
Defense rests in El Chapo trial
Defense lawyers for accused drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman rested their case after calling a single witness Tuesday. Closing arguments begin tomorrow. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN with the latest on the trial.
Actor who plays El Chapo describes "surreal" encounter with drug lord
The notorious Mexican drug lord said in court Monday he will not testify in his own defense at his federal trial
"Narcos" actor shows up at El Chapo trial
Notorious Mexican drug lord Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán will not testify in his own defense at his federal trial. In a rare moment speaking in court Monday, the 61-year-old said he will follow his attorney's advice and decline to take the stand. Guzmán has pleaded not guilty to 17 counts, including drug trafficking and money laundering charges. Jericka Duncan reports.
El Chapo trial: Prosecution may rest this week
The prosecution in the El Chapo trial is likely to rest this week, and the defense is getting ready to present its side. Whether or not Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman himself will take the stand remains unclear. CBS legal analyst Rikki Klieman joined CBSN to discuss the prosecution's case and what to expect from the defense.
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Will El Chapo testify in his own defense?
Defense attorneys have raised the possibility of calling "El Chapo" as a witness
El Chapo trial: Gruesome details about cartel
The jury in the El Chapo trial heard graphic details about Sinaloa cartel murders allegedly committed by Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman. Attorney Paul Batista joined CBSN to discuss why the prosecution brought this witness to the stand, even though El Chapo is not charged with murder.
How El Chapo used tunnels for drugs, escape
CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal reports on the network of tunnels used by drug traffickers, and then CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN to discuss the latest testimony from the El Chapo trial, including details on how he used secret tunnels to escape from prison with the aid of his wife.
El Chapo trial: Former prison warden testifies
Former prison director Dámaso López took the stand in the El Chapo trial, telling the jury about his dark relationship with the drug lord. López told the jury about the hit El Chapo ordered on his own cousin, and how he ordered the assassination of a police officer. Criminal defense attorney Vinoo Varghese joins CBSN to sort through the testimony and discuss how this trial influences the border wall debate.
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Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
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The Barr Brothers perform "Naturally"
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The Barr Brothers perform "Run Right Into It"
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Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
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Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
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Mangione claims double jeopardy
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
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NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
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NASA delays Artemis II launch
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