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AP: Feds Search For Possible Gun At Epstein Jail
The federal jail in New York City where wealthy financier Jeffrey Epstein took his own life is on lockdown as authorities try to determine whether someone smuggled a gun inside one of the most secure federal jails in the country.
Mexican Drug Lord Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman Gets Life In Prison Plus 30 Years
Guzman was convicted in February of all 10 federal counts against him, following an 11-week trial.
Prosecutors To Judge: 'El Chapo' Should Get Life In Prison
The federal government said in papers filed Wednesday the court should sentence Joaquin Guzman to the statutory mandatory minimum of life imprisonment plus an additional 30 years.
'El Chapo' Lawyers Request Exercise Time; Prosecutors Fear It's A Ploy
Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman reportedly wants to workout.
'El Chapo' Wants New Trial, Hearing To Probe Jury Misconduct
The defense team for Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman said it will seek a new trial in light of "misconduct" on the part of several jurors who allegedly followed media accounts of the case.
Notorious Drug Lord Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman Convicted In Trafficking Trial
Prosecutors say he is responsible for smuggling at least 200 tons of cocaine into the United States and using violence to protect his turf.
Jury Deliberations Getting Underway In Trial Of Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman
In newly unsealed documents, one witness told authorities Guzman had sex with underage girls - some as young as 13 - after he had them drugged.
Court Documents: Witnesses Claim El Chapo Had Sex With Minors
According to papers made public late Friday, a key government cooperator told authorities Joaquin Guzman had him drug girls as young as 13 before Guzman had sex with them
Closing Arguments Expected In 'El Chapo' Trial
The defense rested its case Tuesday after calling just one witness, an FBI agent who was questioned about a report he wrote on a debriefing of one of the cooperators who testified against Guzman.
Trafficker Testifies That 'El Chapo' Bragged About Bribing Former Mexican President
Alex Cifuentes spoke about the alleged bribe to former President Enrique Pena Nieto while being cross-examined at Guzman's murder and drug conspiracy trial in New York.
Prosecutors Say 'El Chapo's' Wife Got Cell Phone In Brooklyn Courthouse, Made Calls
Prosecutors are accusing the wife of Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman of making phone calls from within the Brooklyn courthouse, possible putting people in danger.
After Early Delay, Opening Statements Heard In Trial Of Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman
A juror had to be excused for an unknown reason shortly before they were set to start.
Jury Selection Complete In Trial Of Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman
A jury of seven women and five men are to hear opening statements Tuesday.
Possible Juror Dismissed After Seeking Autograph Of Alleged Drug Kingpin Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman
The man admitted at jury selection on Tuesday that he asked a court officer to help him get the autograph.
Jury Selection Begins In Trial Of Alleged Drug Kingpin Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman
Guzman is accused of running a massive drug trafficking operation, along with money laundering, kidnapping and murder.
Judge Considers Change Of Venue For 'El Chapo' Trial
The upcoming trial of accused drug kingpin Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman could be moved from Brooklyn to Manhattan.
Judge Permits Psychological Exam For Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman
A U.S. judge has given permission for a psychologist to examine Joaquin "El Chapo'' Guzman behind bars.
Judge Won't Guarantee Pay For 'El Chapo' Lawyers
A judge in New York has refused to guarantee that private lawyers seeking to represent Mexican drug lord and escape artist Joaquin "El Chapo'' Guzman will get paid.
Federal Judge Sets April 2018 Trial Date For Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman
Guzman answered the judge's questions through an interpreter Friday. He spent half the hearing looking across the courtroom at his wife, who smiled and waved to him as she entered.
Report: Witnesses Say Man Thrown From Plane Lands On Roof Of Hospital In 'El Chapo''s Home State
Witnesses told Reuters the plane flew low over the hospital and the man was thrown out.
Amnesty International Seeks To Interview El Chapo About Jail Mistreatment Claims
An official with Amnesty International wants to interview Mexican drug lord Joaquin ``El Chapo'' Guzman about allegations he's being mistreated in the high-security wing of a federal jail that's housed mobsters and terrorists.
Prosecutors, Lawyers For Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman Sparring Over Jail Conditions
Guzman, 59, was brought to the United States in January to face charges that he oversaw a multi-billion dollar international drug trafficking operation responsible for murders and kidnappings.
Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman's Lawyers Say Jail Conditions Are Too Strict
Guzman, who has repeatedly been imprisoned and escaped in Mexico, appeared Friday in a federal court in Brooklyn.
Prosecutor: Extradition Of Drug Kingpin 'El Chapo' Is Milestone For Justice
U.S. prosecutors on Friday described Joaquin "El Chapo'' Guzman as the murderous architect of a 3-decade-long web of violence, corruption and drug addiction and announced they were seeking a $14 billion forfeiture from him.
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