defended

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Yet Jonathan’s arrest Tuesday sent shock waves through Catalonia’s close-knit business community, which has for months defended the fashion scion’s innocence.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Trump, speaking to reporters on Wednesday, also defended the fund.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

In a post on Substack, Steyer defended his campaign’s use of paid social media influencers and said that it had been transparent about their use.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has defended sticking to her rules arguing they provide stability to the economy and gave "government bondholders the confidence to carry on buying those bonds".

From BBC • May 18, 2026

The Supreme Court orders the release of the captives, who have been defended by John Quincy Adams, saying that they are free persons.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis