Tuesday, February 24, 2026
We haven't paid close attention to the Donald Trump rape trial, but yesterday it became unavoidable as live blogging made its way to the NYT home page.
Closing arguments were notable because Trump's attorney, Joe Tacopina, went on for two hours. Also notable: Trump's attorney, Joe Tacopina, is one of the last men on the planet who should wear a cutaway collar, just ahead of Meatwad.
BETA
An MB-updated version of the Rusty Nail (3 oz scotch / 1 oz Drambuie).
Serve on the rocks with a lemon twist. An hour later roll yourself into bed (not necessarily alone).
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