Welcome to Wednesday, May 8th, weekenders...

As Trump's hush money trial enters its third week, the 2016 campaign strategy of "deny, deny, deny" is emphasized.

The criminal trial to determine whether Trump is guilty of falsifying records to cover up a sex scandal is entering its third week.

Trump's former press secretary and White House communications director Hope Hicks spoke on the deep anxiety that was felt throughout Trump's 2016 campaign after the "Access Hollywood" tape resurfaced. Hicks said her strategy with other senior Trump aides throughout the campaign was to "deny, deny, deny."

Do you think Trump is guilty?

How To Help Civilians in Ukraine With Gravvy

Heavy shelling and fighting have caused widespread death, destruction of homes and businesses, and severely damaged infrastructure across Ukraine. 

As of February 2024, 3.7 million Ukrainians are internally displaced, while 6.5 million are seeking refuge in other nations, and approximately 14.6 million Ukrainians are in need of humanitarian assistance. 

With Gravvy's Spread, you can donate to reputable aid groups, such as the Ukraine Children's Aid Fund, United Help Ukraine, Doctors Without Borders, and Save the Children, to help provide food, water, medical care, and more for displaced civilians. Your donation will contribute to lifesaving work and get Ukrainians the emergency relief they urgently need. 

Slava Ukraini!

The Latest: Israel Evacuates Rafah, Palestinian Place of Refuge

The Israeli military is telling residents of Gaza who have sought shelter in Rafah to evacuate, indicating that Israel is soon planning to invade the city. This invasion will be against the wishes of the international community, urging Israel to not send troops to Rafah.

More than half of Gaza's population of 2.2 million are sheltered in Rafah. The U.S. and U.N. have attempted to discourage Israel from invading the area. In response, Israel's defense minister Yoav Gallant said "there [is] no choice left" but to invade.

How do you feel about the U.S. response so far?

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And, in the End...

May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the diverse cultures, histories, and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the U.S. How are you planning to honor AAPI Heritage Month?