Manhattan’s storied shopping spine and cultural artery
Donald Trump and the Department of Justice have asked the US Supreme Court to overturn an $83.3m defamation judgment won by writer E Jean Carroll, arguing presidential immunity and the Westfall Act shield statements made while Trump was in office. Lower courts have split on immunity questions; the filings argue the appeals court avoided deciding the core constitutional issue.
The Plaza Hotel will shut its façade for a restoration beginning in January, with work expected to last four years. The project, announced by Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, will affect residents and visitors while preserving historic details of the landmark building.