Two judges have fined Trump almost half a billion dollars in separate cases. The fines amount to $355 million in a civil fraud case and $83.3 million in a defamation case. As Trump campaigns against Biden, Democrats aim to bankrupt him. Trump plans to appeal the rulings, but these legal cases have an impact on his 2024 candidacy. #politics

Baltimore County Police Cpl. Zachary Small is facing charges of using excessive force against a handcuffed man. Small allegedly pepper-sprayed him and confined him in a hot patrol car. His attorney claims he is innocent, while Small himself ignored the man's pleas for help and fresh air. Two other officers were also charged with misconduct. #crime

A construction accident in Florence has resulted in the death of at least three workers, with two others missing. The death toll is expected to rise. The collapsed building was part of the Esselunga chain, a supermarket under construction. An investigation has been opened for culpable collapse and manslaughter. Unions are calling for a strike to demand better safety measures. #society

OpenAI, an artificial intelligence company, has signed a deal with venture capital firm Thrive Capital that has increased its valuation to $80 billion or more. This deal allows employees to cash out their shares in the company. As a result, OpenAI has become the third highest-valued tech startup in the world. #technology

Former President Trump has been found liable for $350 million in damages by NY Judge Arthur Engoron. The ruling also bars him from running his businesses for three years. Conservatives criticize the decision, viewing it as unAmerican and politically motivated. #politics

The Digest, 2/16/2024 @730PM, CDT

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