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Drew Tripp

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3 months

@AveryGWilks They must've said "Caitlin Clark" 257 times in the final 5 minutes of the broadcast. She's all they can talk about. "She's done more for this game than anyone," they say as the back-to-back national champions celebrate off-camera in the background.

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A hit dog will holler, I guess, but I'm about tired of the 55+ white male demographic following this trial whining about podcasts. I'm sorry you're threatened by a form of media nobody forces you to consume. (But that many people prefer!) Not everything is for you or about you.

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Drew Tripp

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Tragic news to share. You may remember Colleton Sheriff's Sgt. Daniel Greene, who was first to the scene of the Murdaugh murders. His body camera video was crucial to convicting Alex Murdaugh. Greene & his family could use your prayers as they mourn the loss of their daughter.

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1 year

Russell Laffitte (remember him?) has been denied a retrial for his Nov. 2022 conviction on federal bank & wire fraud conspiracy charges tied to helping Alex Murdaugh steal millions of dollars. Judge Richard Gergel denied Laffitte's request this morning. It was filed in December.

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1 year

Didn't have "Walterboro Mayor Bill Young misidentified as legal crime novelist John Grisham" on Murdaugh Twitter bingo card, gotta be honest.

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1 year

Ring camera captures one of my neighbors disappearing into another dimension, apparently. It's been 5 days. He still hasn't reappeared.

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1 year

Judge Newman is delivering a stunning and medieval rebuke of Alex Murdaugh right now. #MurdaughTrial

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6 months

Tomorrow's headines: NFL sends Kristin Juszczyk "cease and desist" letter with threat of legal action.

Joe Pompliano

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6 months

Kristin Juszczyk gained 100,000 followers on Instagram last night, and women's clothing has been the NFL's fastest-growing merchandise category for much of the last decade. The NFL should partner with her. There is demand, and this could be a legitimate business.

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1 year

Compelling read by @NickAtNews on Randy Murdaugh, Alex's brother. “He knows more than what he’s saying,” Randy Murdaugh said of his brother, who was convicted of murder last week. “He’s not telling the truth, in my opinion, about everything there.”

Breaking Silence, Murdaugh Brother Says ‘Not Knowing Is the Worst Thing’ (Gift Article)

After Alex Murdaugh’s trial ended in a conviction for the murders of his wife and son, his older brother Randy is still trying to understand what happened that night.

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8 months

"Absurd" "Oblivious" "Insincere" Just a few of the descriptors I've heard for Alex Murdaugh's nearly hourlong soliloquy of an "apology" today at his sentencing hearing. Judge Newman said he heard Murdaugh’s words, but still saw emptiness where he hoped to see true remorse.

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2 years

NEW: South Carolina prosecutors say Alex Murdaugh's motive for murdering his wife and son was to cause a distraction so Murdaugh could avoid imminent discovery of his multi-million dollar financial fraud schemes, using the sympathy gained to buy himself time to cover his tracks.

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1 year

BREAKING: GUILTY! Jury finds Alex Murdaugh guilty of murdering both his wife of 27 years, Maggie, and their 22-year-old son, Paul. #MurdaughTrial

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1 year

Alex Murdaugh's prisoner evaluation period is over, and he's been moved into protective custody for safety & security reasons, per S.C. Dept. of Corrections officials. Murdaugh will be separate from the general population, and the prison he's in will not be publicly disclosed.

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4 months

I've got more breaking news today, but this scoop is of the personal variety. After 9 years, my time with @abcnews4 is coming to an end. I start a new job next week, still in media but outside of “news” for the first time in my career. Look for more details to come soon on that.

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10 months

Russell Laffitte’s motion to remain free on bond while his appeal is decided has been DENIED by the U.S. Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals.

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1 year

First a John Grisham doppelganger, now Murdaugh is facing a new charge (probably) thanks to a contraband John Grisham novel. Wouldn't surprise me if next we hear John Grisham knows something about the Gucci receipt. Goodnight.

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1 year

Creighton Waters and staff want a 3rd life sentence for Alex Murdaugh under South Carolina's "3 strikes" law, knowing 3 convictions on the worst of his 99 financial fraud charges will keep him in prison forever—even if his murder conviction is overturned.

State wants another life sentence for Murdaugh on financial crimes under '3 strikes' law

In an exclusive interview Friday, state prosecutors who secured a conviction against Alex Murdaugh for the murders of his wife and son say they’re now going aft

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1 year

That's Luke Mixson. He's a young Colleton County silhouette artist. He painted the silhouette mural behind the courthouse on Walter Street, too. I've gotten to know his Dad, Doug, the last few years through a mutual friend.

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1 year

I am floored. Renee just gave me a package that came in for me. Look at what a COJ listener sent me. He painted the vulture on the branch. Man am I grateful. People are so nice. EB @MandyMatney

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10 months

Disclosure as I report on these Becky Hill allegations. Our working relationship has been good and friendly predating the Murdaugh trial. I have thanked and praised her publicly. I balked at what felt like a targeted social media attack campaign villainizing her post-trial.

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5 months

Justice Jean Toal DENIES Alex Murdaugh's request for a retrial after making claims of jury tampering in his trial for the June 2021 murders of his wife and son.

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1 year

Haven't seen a copy of the order yet, but Attorney Mark Tinsley confirms Judge Hall has denied a motion by Parker's Kitchens to be dismissed from the Mallory beach boat crash death lawsuit.

Judge denies Parker's Kitchen dismissal from Mallory Beach boat crash death case

A well-known South Carolina convenience store franchise lost a significant legal battle Friday when a judge rejected the company's efforts to avoid trial in the

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1 year

Creighton Waters, lead prosecutor in the murder trial for Alex Murdaugh, tells the jury in closing arguments Murdaugh fooled everyone he knew—including his wife & son, who paid for it with their lives. He asks the jury not to let Murdaugh fool them too. #MurdaughTrial @ABCNews4

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1 year

Minor Alex Murdaugh update: His lawsuit vs. the Richland County Detention Center over releasing his jailhouse phone calls is dismissed as moot. The suit hinged on him being in Richland jail custody. He's not anymore. His lawyers moved to dismiss last week. Judge ordered it today.

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1 year

Dr. Ken Kinsey, Chief Deputy of the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office and crime scene forensics expert for the prosecution, speaks to @AnneTEmerson and me after Judge Newman sentenced Alex Murdaugh to two consecutive life sentences for murdering his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul.

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1 year

This is incredible

Mish 🎗️

@Mish_K_

1 year

Savannah’s face is EVERYTHING. #MurdaughTrial

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6 months

My live blog commentary from earlier today regarding Murdaugh's mannerisms and demeanor as dominoes repeatedly fell against him.

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6 months

Bad day for Murdaugh's defense lawyers. Once Justice Toal declined to apply the Remmer & Cameron standards on prejudice and burden of proof, it really felt like a drubbing. Nothing went their way except, it seemed, a few slivers of potential issues to preserve for appeal.

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6 months

I haven't given one second of podcast time or one sentence of article space to the Harpootlian - Bland subplot, but y'all just know Dick's gonna accuse Eric of trying to steal the Declaration of Independence or something, and that won't even be the most absurd thing that happens.

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3 years

Broken @MATTHARDYBRAND destroying Brother Nero's beautifully manicured lawn remains the most diabolical thing a wrestling villain has done in the last decade.

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11 months

I've been looking into revelations by Creighton Waters at Cory Fleming's plea hearing yesterday about 𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒍𝒊𝒆𝒓 insurance fraud schemes involving Cory & Alex Murdaugh. I hadn't heard of it before, but some were telling me the MMP crew & Reddit sleuths had this a year ago.

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1 year

One of my favorite types of humor is simply taking innocuous comments out of context. Rarely do I treat myself to such gifts.

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3 months

Holy 💩! With federal 85% sentencing standards, that's still 34 years, so 12 years on top of Alex Murdaugh's projected 22 years in state prison.

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1 year

ICYMI: A judge on Friday again denied Alex Murdaugh's attorneys' request for more money from his 401(k), rejecting arguments of Constitutional issues and that his retirement funds are somehow "untainted" with respect to Murdaugh's $8.7M fraud schemes.

Judge again denies Murdaugh access to seized funds for murder appeal costs

A judge has rejected for a second time Alex Murdaugh's attorneys' request for more money from their incarcerated client's seized retirement funds.

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10 months

Court is adjourned. Murdaugh's guilty plea is official. The most noteworthy new information from the hearing: Federal prosecutor Emily Limehouse says while Murdaugh admits to nearly $9 million in fraud proceeds, the govt. believes it's actually over $10.5 million.

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1 year

"Bo" is almost exclusively a colloquial South Carolina thing. You hear it a little bit in parts of NC and Georgia too. It's akin to dude, bro, bud, man ... mainly just a means of familiar address among peers. It also sees exclamatory "speaking to anyone in general" use.

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10 months

Filed late tonight: Alex Murdaugh agrees to plead guilty to all 22 of the federal government's conspiracy, fraud, and money laundering charges against him. Murdaugh's plea hearing is set for this upcoming Thursday at 10 a.m. in the J. Waties Waring Judicial Center in Charleston.

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6 months

I'm seeing posts others also tweeted in court. I'm not responsible for others. That's for the court to figure out. But when a court rep publicly asked if anyone tweeted in court, I alone said yes & took my ass chewing in front of everyone. I don't want speculation about why.

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5 months

The undeserved backlash Luke Combs got for covering Tracy Chapman's song was ridiculous. I hope this performance last night — the two of them, together, smiling as they gave a timeless rendition for millions of live viewers — puts all that to bed forever.

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5 months

In case you didn’t get to see it, here is the full video of Tracy Chapman and Luke Combs singing “Fast Car” at the Grammys

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3 months

On a plane north to meet my new team. I'm missing Alex Murdaugh's federal sentencing for this AND statewide opening day of turkey season in SC. I'm more bummed about one of those than the other, but excited for what's next. Thanks for all the kind messages & well wishes. 🍻

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1 year

We've all seen the new Alex Murdaugh prison photos. Here's more info: They're not selfies, nor are they from a contraband phone. @NewsguyMattD got this explanation from @SCDCNews : They are security identification photos taken each time an inmate accesses their tablet.

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8 months

What Alex Murdaugh Wants (Updated List, 11/14/23): A change of venue, a trial postponement, less publicity, a new judge, a new murder trial, and a partridge in a pear tree. @AnneTEmerson , @CharlieCondon & I review the latest —>>> 🔊🎙🎧 🎧🎙🔊

S2E44: Murdaugh wants Satterfield case moved to new venue to find...

The legal maneuvering never ceases where Alex Murdaugh is concerned. This week, Murdaugh attorney Dick Harpootlian is once again raising concerns that his client won't be able to get a fair jury...

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6 months

🧵 time! This ⬇️ is not fair or reasonable criticism. It's an indictment of the absurd tribal toxicity surrounding Murdaugh media coverage. It suggests personal allegiances should govern the flow of information — not intrinsic newsworthiness of pertinent factual developments.

Beverly Harvey

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6 months

@DrewTripp Drew, I am so disappointed. I thought you were a real journalist that I could trust. Aligning yourself with WF. He has done some shameful things. I guess you cannot be a trusted journalist either. So disappointed. I enjoyed your reporting… no more. 🥲

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1 year

Shoutout to my #MurdaughTrial media center warriors who've held down the fort with me basically all day, every day these last six weeks. @AveryGWilks @jocgrz @NickAtNews @AlexTejadaNews @GregWISTV

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6 months

I'll get in front of this now. I sent these tweets inside the courtroom. We were told not to transmit from the courtroom, but I *assumed* that meant once juror questioning began. I shouldn't have assumed. I was publicly & sternly scolded in the courtroom for my error. (1/3)

Drew Tripp

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6 months

No live updates from court today as Murdaugh jury questioning begins. To preserve the integrity of jurors' individual responses, the court has sequestered them (keeping apart & not allowing them to hear others' responses). Only one juror is here today, so responses are embargoed.

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11 months

Y'all, if I'd known Judge Gergel was going to publish this, I don't know if I would've sent it. Now I'm glad I did. I just wish they would've redacted my phone number! 🤣 Thanks for the shout-out @elizfarrell !

Liz Farrell

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1 year

I am way late on this, but check out this beautifully written letter to Judge Gergel from journalist @DrewTripp about Russell Laffitte's attempt to have his presentencing memo sealed. It's work like this that keeps people accountable. Read the whole letter. It's worth it ...

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It was the pleasure of my career working with this crew over the last six weeks. @AnneTEmerson & @TaraJabour came prepared, focused & composed each day. I couldn't be more proud of them! And what an honor to spend each day learning from & conversing with fmr. AG @CharlieCondon !

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3 years

@keithurbfan @SeanRossSapp "God dam pal, that's such good sh!t! BRUCE! Hire this man for the writing team! He gets it!"

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1 year

What's @CreightonWaters thinking about here? Wrong answers only. We're getting our interview with the AG's team ready to share right now. @AnneTEmerson & @TaraJabour have stories excerpted from it upcoming tonight. @CharlieCondon will join us for a new podcast episode Thursday.

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5 months

Anne, Charlie & I will reconvene tomorrow for an @UnsolvedSCPod podcast update. We had planned to record tonight but we're collectively spent. No idea how we did this every day for 6 weeks during the trial. Thanks for your understanding and for following along.

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11 months

Y'all look at this. State corrections officials say Alex Murdaugh's attorney Jim Griffin abused his attorney/client privileged phone call protections with Murdaugh to have Alex record himself reading a journal entry -- which Griffin provided to FOX Nation for a documentary.

S.C. Department of Corrections

@SCDCNews

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Inmate Richard Alexander Murdaugh has been convicted of two internal disciplinary charges involving a news interview and using another inmate’s PIN number to make a call. Details:

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1 year

Russell Laffitte's sentencing is tomorrow. Laffitte's attorneys wanted to file their sentencing request under seal. I sent a letter objecting due to public interest. In response, Judge Gergel ordered Laffitte's attorneys to file a second redacted version for public release.

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2 years

FINAL VERDICT: Jury finds Russell Laffitte GUILTY on all charges in his federal bank fraud conspiracy trial. @ABCNews4

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1 year

Really candid interview tonight with Colleton County Sheriff's detectives Laura Rutland, Daniel Greene and Jason Chapman about the Alex Murdaugh case. Very enlightening. @TaraJabour , @AnneTEmerson & I will share it all with you the next few days on @ABCNews4 & @UnsolvedSCPod !

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6 months

Just received another release of Becky Hill's emails via FOIA. This time the messages include those sent from her private Yahoo account to official Colleton County government domain addresses. Reviewing now.

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5 months

. @NikkiHaley please stop texting me.

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6 months

. @AnneTEmerson : "Do you think there's a chance something crazy or unexpected will happen at this #Murdaugh hearing tomorr—" Me, interrupting: "Yes."

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9 months

BS. For the sake of argument, we'll concede she saw this in her district. If she did, then it was the price of Premium, and probably in Mount Pleasant or Daniel Island, where gas is always 30¢ higher than the rest of the Charleston metro. Avg. of Regular in SC today was $3.16.

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Over $4/gallon in South Carolina today.

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1 year

I get what Murdaugh was trying to do by denying he was "successful." It suggests humility, regret, shame, etc. It also attempts to subvert the State's assailing of his character. But I'm not sure it impressed anyone. It came off as trite rather than contrite. Here's my logic:

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1 year

Now that the trial is over, let me "Brag About Walterboro." (Pt. 1 of 2)

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11 months

BREAKING: Judge Gergel denies Murdaugh motion to join the Satterfields in the Nautilus insurance fraud conspiracy lawsuit. Murdaugh attorney Phil Barber says Murdaugh will now invoke statute of limitations argument in further effort to prevent judgment against him.

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10 months

BREAKING & CORRECTION: Cory Fleming's sentence is 13 years, 10 months. It's not 20 years as originally reported last week amid confusion. Confirmed after an afternoon spent reviewing Judge Newman & Gergel's sentence orders and speaking to AG's office. Working on an explainer.

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7 months

Cory Fleming unsurprisingly and at long last has been formally DISBARRED by the S.C. Supreme Court. "In this case, the public record leads to only one conclusion—that Respondent's egregious ethical misconduct subjects him to the most significant sanction available—disbarment."

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6 months

A spokesperson for the State Law Enforcement Division has just confirmed to me, yes, state police are formally investigating whether Colleton County Clerk of Court Becky Hill for abused her elected position for personal financial gain.

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1 year

Blanca was one of the most compelling people we've heard from in the #MurdaughTrial , and that was true before she said a word about her time with the Murdaugh family. Remarkable woman.

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@ABCNews4

1 year

Blanca Turrubiate-Simpson offers revelatory new insight into the Murdaugh family as she takes the witness stand.

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1 year

Noting the differences in the language used in the original SLED statement on Stephen Smith vs. the wording in their updated statement today.

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10 months

But I'm also deeply skeptical of any allegations by Murdaugh's legal team. The status quo from them has been to exaggerate, or to elide key details and important context in their previous "bombshell" filings meant to paint their case and client in the best possible light.

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6 years

People mad that South Carolina officials didn't have a crystal ball when ordering an evacuation. What if McMaster didn't order the evac, and that Sept. 8 Euro model forecast calling for Charleston landfall came true?.

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1 year

I've been holed up editing video all day, but ICYMI: Federal prosecutors filed their response today to Russell Laffitte's 2nd request for a new trial. A judge denied the first, you'll recall. I'm here to tell you, dear reader, the U.S. Attorney's response does not disappoint.

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Russell Laffitte today filed a new motion for a retrial in his federal bank fraud conspiracy case. He cites recent testimony of noted liar Alex Murdaugh, who during his murder trial claimed Laffitte didn't knowingly participate in any financial crimes. About that ...

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2 years

As it began, so it ends. To quote Tyler Childers, "Hallelujah, jubilee!" Thanks for following along.

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1 year

Becky Hill, the Colleton County Clerk of Court, has announced she's releasing a book about her experience and involvement in the Alex Murdaugh double murder trial.

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2 years

@ABCNews4 Count 1: Conspiracy to commit bank & wire fraud: Guilty

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10 months

Just received a copy of Alex Murdaugh's motion for a retrial. They're claiming the Colleton County Clerk of Court Becky Hill tampered with jurors.

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1 year

Even ignoring the evidence against him already in the record, Laffitte going with "A convicted murderer who lied a gazillion times says I'm innocent, please believe him if you don't believe me" is one helluva strategy choice. Sure, his attorneys have to try everything, but wow.

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You've asked for it. Here's Part 1 of our full interview with the Colleton County detectives first on the scene the night Alex Murdaugh murdered his wife and son. Laura Rutland, Daniel Greene, & Jason Chapman offer candid insight you'll get nowhere else.

FULL INTERVIEW (Part 1): Murdaugh murder investigators speak candidly...

Colleton County Sheriff's Detectives Laura Rutland, Daniel Greene and Jason Chapman speak about their experiences investigating the murders of Maggie and Pau...

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7 months

Source: State investigators have found evidence of a direct link between a public ethics complaint against Colleton County Clerk of Court Becky Hill and the wiretapping scandal involving Hill's son, Jeff, Colleton County's former technology director.

Colleton wiretapping scandal & court clerk ethics complaint are linked

AWAITING PROOFING & LEGAL VETTING --- DO NOT PUBLISH!!! - Drew, 12/11 @ 9:19 pmA direct link exists between the wiretapping scandal involving Jeff Hill, the rec

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10 months

Russell Laffitte reported to prison at FCI Coleman in Florida on Thursday, as ordered. The three primary subjects in the broader Alex Murdaugh criminal sphere — Murdaugh, Laffitte and Cory Fleming — are all now behind bars.

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1 year

I'm doing my best to make sure we (as in my news station) avoid the attorney mudslinging subplot in our reporting on the latest relevant Satterfield / Murdaugh developments. But ... this is also me.

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The next domino has fallen in the Murdaugh criminal sphere. Cory Fleming, Murdaugh's longtime friend and college roommate, pleaded guilty Monday to a federal fraud conspiracy charge for his role in stealing $4.3M in death settlements meant for the family of Gloria Satterfield.

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8 months

Good morning. I'm going back to bed.

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6 months

I apologize for my indiscretion and to those my actions may have impacted. I was asked to submit an explanation and copies of what I posted to the court. I have done so, and will accept any further action the court deems appropriate regarding myself. Thanks for following along.

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In case y'all hadn't heard ... Alex Murdaugh's attorneys are petitioning the S.C. Supreme Court to prohibit Judge Clifton Newman from presiding over any future trial proceedings involving Murdaugh.

Murdaugh lawyers want Judge Clifton Newman off cases

Alex Murdaugh's attorneys are petitioning the S.C. Supreme Court to prohibit Judge Clifton Newman from presiding over Murduagh's cases going forward.

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2 years

@ABCNews4 Jury foreman confirms UNANIMOUS verdict. Judge Gergel has been delivered the verdict.

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1 year

Attending a hearing today in the Mallory Beach boat crash case. Judge Daniel Hall is hearing arguments from attorneys for Beach & Parker's convenience stores. Parker wants summary judgment to be dismissed from the lawsuit, believing they have no liability for Beach's death.

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2 years

@ABCNews4 Count 2: Bank fraud; Aiding & abetting bank fraud: Guilty

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10 months

Cory Fleming argues he's been excessively and unfairly punished by a biased judge as he files an updated appeal of his state prison sentences.

Cory Fleming cites Judge Newman bias in appeal of 'excessive' sentence

Attorneys for Alex Murdaugh co-conspirator Cory Fleming argue he's been excessively and unfairly punished by a biased judge as they offer fuller insight into th

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Drew Tripp

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Clown show. Called all morning asking when bond court is taking place, couldn't get a straight answer. Turns out they're actively working to keep people out.

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8 months

Jailhouse officers said the judge gave instructions not to let anyone into the courtroom after 9 a.m. sharp. Court officials barked to close the door when someone cracked it open for me shortly after 9. We have filed a FOIA request for a recording of the hearing.

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Drew Tripp

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Where is Cory Fleming? Waiting for Russell Laffitte to show up as "in custody" on the federal Bureau of Prisons roster last week, I noticed Cory Fleming *also* was not in custody. It was a somewhat amusing journey as I casually tried to find the answer over the last few days.

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Drew Tripp

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Good morning! Russell Laffitte's future goes into the jury's hands this morning. They'll begin deliberation in an hour or so. In my recap from Monday, I ponder what impact Laffitte’s unpaid taxes revelation may have on the jury.

Laffitte admits tax evasion in final day of testimony. How will it impact jury verdict?

At the start of Russell Laffitte’s federal bank fraud trial, lead defense attorney Bart Daniel characterized Laffitte as so eager to clear his good name “wild h

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Drew Tripp

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@ABCNews4 6. Misapplication of bank funds (3): Guilty

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Drew Tripp

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1 year

Alex Murdaugh's federal indictment has been unsealed. - 14 counts money laundering - 5 counts wire fraud - 2 counts fraud conspiracy - 1 count bank fraud ... all in relation to Gloria Satterfield, Hannah & Alania Plyler, Natarsha Thomas & Hakeem Pinckney, Arthur & Donna Badger.

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Drew Tripp

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@ABCNews4 3: Wire fraud; Aiding & abetting wire fraud: Guilty

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Drew Tripp

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1 year

It's bittersweet when an incredible journalist leaves the field. You know their quality of life will improve, and you're thrilled! Yet, you're sad for the void they'll leave. Avery was kicking ass long before the megathreads, y'all. South Carolina owes him a debt of gratitude.

Avery G. Wilks

@AveryGWilks

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🚨🚨🚨 Personal news Megathread 🚨🚨🚨 This is my last week at @postandcourier . It is also my last in the news business. I've so enjoyed my 7.5 years as a news reporter, and I'm so proud of what we were able to accomplish during my time with the @postandcourier and @thestate .

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Drew Tripp

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Murdaugh Murder Case Update: The South Carolina Supreme Court has assigned retired former Chief Justice Jean Toal to preside over the Murdaugh retrial hearing & all future court matters in that case. (w/ @AnneTEmerson ) 📰 📰

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Drew Tripp

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1 year

I've been checking this morning on today's expected ruling re: Alex Murdaugh's lawyers request to dip back into Alex's retirement money to pay legal bills for his murder appeal. I'm told Judge Hall hasn't issued his order yet (as of 10 minutes ago). I'll share when / if he does.

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Drew Tripp

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But we're asked to sympathize with and show grace to a man who threw all that away after we've been shown repeatedly how he had to lie, cheat and steal to maintain the lifestyle in the first place — greedily exploiting the powerless and vulnerable to preserve his prosperousness.

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Drew Tripp

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Alex Murdaugh's lawyers filed their response today to his sentence recommendations and prosecutors' motion to cancel the plea agreement. I'm not taking too deep a dive in it, but suffice it say his legal team has the audacity if nothing else.

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Drew Tripp

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I didn't "align" myself with Will. He & I cover the same topic. He reported new, consequential details on the topic before me. I had corroborating info to supplement his, so I shared my new info with explicit acknowledgment of his. Ethical journalists credit each other's work.

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Drew Tripp

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@ABCNews4 4. Misapplication of bank funds (1): Guilty

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Drew Tripp

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8 months

Reading the prosecution's reply to Alex Murdaugh's retrial motion. They're rightfully attacking the logically starved premise underlying the entire motion: that Becky Hill tampered with the jury every which way so she could write a book, be famous and get money. My 2 cents?

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