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Cross-Examination, Credibility, and the Law’s Limits on “Expected” Behavior January 29, 2026 U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York Presiding Judge:  Valerie E. Caproni Overview of Day 3 Proceedings Day 3 of the federal sex-trafficking trial against Tal, Oren, and Alon Alexander  centered on the defense’s cross-examination of the government’s second witness , who testified under the pseudonym Maya Miller . Defense counsel sought to undermine Miller’s credibility b

Testimony Expands as the Prosecution Builds Its Case. January 28, 2026 U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York Presiding Judge:  Valerie E. Caproni On Day 2 of the federal sex-trafficking and related trials against Tal, Oren, and Alon Alexander , the prosecution continued developing its case through additional witness testimony and questioning, while the defense pressed issues related to memory, consent, and interpretation of events. Testimony Related to Katie Moor

The Legal Framework Is Set Court:  U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York Judge:  Hon. Valerie E. Caproni Defendants:  Tal, Oren, and Alon Alexander (all pleaded not guilty) Charges:  Federal sex-trafficking conspiracy and related offences, including alleged sexual abuse and exploitation. Read the superseding indictment here Proceedings Summary 1. Trial Commencement & Jury Instructions The trial formally began with the Court convening and confirming appear

Anti-trafficking raids are commonly used to respond to suspected exploitation. They are often described as rescue efforts designed to protect victims and stop traffickers. However, evidence and survivor experiences show that these operations can have very different outcomes. In some cases, they provide safety and access to justice. In others, they result in detention, punishment, and lasting harm. This article explores how anti-trafficking raids work, why they can be harmful,