Holmes Trial Reaches Final Stretch With Closing Arguments

Holmes Trial Reaches Final Stretch With Closing Arguments

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Business, Social Studies

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The video discusses the mindset of jurors in Elizabeth Holmes' trial, focusing on the elements of wire fraud. It covers the trial's conclusion, jury instructions, and the impact of holiday timing on deliberations. The evidence against Holmes is analyzed, highlighting the government's strong case and the defense's argument of good faith. The video also explains the 11 fraud counts Holmes faces and the potential sentencing outcomes.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What are the key elements that the government must prove in the case against Miss Holmes?

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3 mins • 1 pt

How might the timing of the jury's deliberation, just before a major holiday, affect their decision-making process?

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3 mins • 1 pt

In what ways does the evidence presented in the trial suggest that Elizabeth Holmes may have misled investors?

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What arguments did the defense present regarding Elizabeth Holmes' intentions?

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How does the jury's ability to find Miss Holmes guilty of some counts and not others impact the overall trial outcome?

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What is the significance of the jury's verdict form listing all 11 counts against Miss Holmes?

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Discuss the implications of the judge's discretion in sentencing if the jury finds Miss Holmes not guilty of certain counts.

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