defense

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He was represented by counsel and had already received privileged communications from his defense attorneys.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

In a statement of his own, Perkins’ defense attorney, D. Miles Brissette, ripped the “premature and highly publicized accusations” leveled against his client.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

Find insight on modernization spending in the Trump administration’s defense budget, hard disk drive demand and more in the latest Market Talks covering Technology, Media and Telecom.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

She had 16 in a lower-scoring performance against Texas on Friday, but her imposing defense and ability to move as fluidly as a guard make her a matchup headache for any opponent.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

After delivering a spirited defense of her husband's right to make judicial appointments before he left office, Abigail launched a frontal attack on Jefferson’s character.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis