Peltz’s Other Suit, Alec Baldwin’s Trial, & S.B.F.’s Judge

Welcome back to The Rainmaker! This week’s email is a jam-packed edition featuring the judge overseeing S.B.F.’s case, Biden v. Hollywood, Nate Silver’s favorite election day betting market, Alec Baldwin’s next television role, and more!
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News and notes on Bankman-Fried’s mystery financial backers, Baldwin’s manslaughter case, and the Biden administration’s legal war with Hollywood.

ERIQ GARDNER

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