What's happened
A federal appeals court has upheld Michael Avenatti's conviction for attempting to extort up to $25 million from Nike.
Why it matters
This event is significant as it upholds the conviction of a high-profile lawyer and public figure, reinforcing the consequences of illegal actions and misuse of power.
What the papers say
The NY Post emphasizes the details of Avenatti's threat to Nike and his motivations, while The Independent and AP News focus on the evidence supporting the conviction and Avenatti's previous legal troubles.
How we got here
Avenatti gained fame representing Stormy Daniels in litigation against former President Donald Trump. He was convicted of stealing book proceeds from Daniels and sentenced to 14 years in prison for stealing settlement funds from clients and failing to pay taxes for a coffee chain he owned.
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Nike, Inc. is an American multinational corporation that is engaged in the design, development, manufacturing, and worldwide marketing and sales of footwear, apparel, equipment, accessories, and services.
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Michael John Avenatti is an American attorney, best known for his representation of adult-film actress Stormy Daniels in her lawsuits against President Donald Trump, and for his attempted extortion of sports apparel company Nike which led to his convictio