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A growing number of TikTok users are touting a decades-old labor law that they say could give workers a heads-up about impending layoffs, but experts say the videos are breeding misconceptions.

Why it matters: The social media trend follows warnings from the Federal Reserve that economic pain and job losses are likely this year as the U.S. central bank fights inflation — and the tech sector has already been hit hard by layoffs.

The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act was designed to help workers find new jobs before losing their current positions, legal experts told Axios.

Yes, but: Social media chatter around the WARN Act is creating some misunderstandings, says Sara Moore, a partner at the Gordon and Rees law office in San Francisco.

The idea that "any layoff would necessarily trigger the WARN Act protections is not the case," said Moore, who deals with cases related to the law.

She said it is "better" to be educated about WARN Act requirements than trying to get ahead of your company's plans.

Background: Passed by Congress in 1988, the WARN Act requires most companies with 100 or more employees to officially disclose certain layoffs 60 days in advance.

The law surfaced during the Twitter and Elon Musk saga, as the tech company issued WARN notices about layoffs in November. Some employees sued, saying they were not given enough notice.

More recently, some TikTokers have been promoting the WARN Act as a way to see layoffs before they happen.

In one of the most viral videos, with more than 2.2 million views, a TikToker has a fictional layoff conversation with her manager. Thanks to the WARN Act, she says, she already knows about the layoffs.

Though many companies' layoffs qualify for an official WARN Act notice, the criteria are “complex,” the Department of Labor notes. Some of them include:

Layoffs of 50 or more workers at a single location, where 50 is at least one-third of all the full-time employees at that site.

Any layoffs of 500 or more workers at a single site.

Zoom in: Several states have their own WARN notice websites, where people can read which companies are announcing layoffs.

Each company provides details on how many people are affected, when the layoffs start, and sometimes, the reasons behind them.

Moore, the San Francisco attorney, said it’s true that certain companies are required to report their forthcoming layoffs in situations where there is a closure at a specific location or if a certain number of people are being let go.

But "the likelihood that an employer is going to file without notifying their employees is very low," Moore said.

"If you were to monitor that portal, it's not as if there's going to be secret information that is being held there and withheld from employees," she said.

Meanwhile, if your company is big enough to qualify for an official notice, you would most likely hear about the layoffs in the news, says Jon Klinghoffer, a lawyer at Goldberg Kohn who defends employers in WARN Act cases.

If you're at a small company, then the act wouldn't apply and you'd learn about layoffs internally anyway, he said.

“If it's big enough, you're already likely to hear about it,” he said.

Some TikTokers have also tried to dispel myths about the law, pointing out misleading information about how it works.

Layoffs are commonplace now in the tech sector. More than 500 tech companies have announced layoffs since June of last year, including Amazon, Google, Meta, and Microsoft.

The tech layoffs have raised questions about how the WARN Act applies to employees who work remotely, Klinghoffer told Axios.

He said every remote employee has a “WARN home” — which is based on where they report into, where their boss works, or other factors.

“You could have a bunch of remote employees who don't work in the same location, get laid off, and it may be a WARN event,” he said.

The bottom line: The WARN Act promotes corporate transparency and provides key information to workers about potentially life-changing job events — but it’s often not the secret weapon some on social media are making it out to be.

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After a record economic expansion, the coronavirus pandemic sent the U.S. economy into a recession as unemployment soared to staggering heights. The country now faces urgent questions about how much stimulus is needed for reeling consumers and businesses, and what a recovery might look like.

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"Top Gun: Maverick", one of the most successful films of 2022, became available to watch this week on Prime.

The original "Top Gun" will be added April 1, along with classic films including "Titanic," "The Breakfast Club" and "Forrest Gump."

"The Mandalorian" released its fifth episode of season three on Wednesday. The show started off on rocky footing given its slight storyline shifts.

The "Star Wars" show returns for its sixth episode next week.

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"Succession" will be back with the second episode of the show’s final season. The premiere received stunning reviews from critics and gripped fans who couldn’t look away from the family’s drama and betrayal.

"Royal Crackers" — an Adult Swim animated series that pokes fun at "Succession" — will be available April 3.

Get into the wedding season with "Bridesmaids" and "Father of the Bride," which are available for streaming beginning April 1.

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The fifth season of "Better Call Saul," which aired late last year, is now available.

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<p><strong>Here’s a look</strong> at what’s coming to streaming services this weekend and beyond.</p><ul><li><strong>One cool thing</strong>: Axios’ data visualization team created a tool to help you save money on your streaming subscriptions. <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Give our optimizer" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/online-streaming-schedule-subscription-savings" data-vars-content-id="4b7295e1-8455-43a5-a45a-a53027e8b05a" data-vars-headline="Streaming guide: What&#x27;s new on Netflix, Disney+ and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/online-streaming-schedule-subscription-savings" target="_self">Give our optimizer</a> a whirl!</li></ul><h2 class="text-h6 !font-sans !font-normal !leading-[1.2em]"><strong>Amazon Prime</strong></h2><p><strong><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="&quot;Top Gun: Maverick&quot;," data-vars-click-url="https://www.amazon.com/Top-Gun-Maverick-Tom-Cruise/dp/B0B18G8R9B" data-vars-content-id="4b7295e1-8455-43a5-a45a-a53027e8b05a" data-vars-headline="Streaming guide: What&#x27;s new on Netflix, Disney+ and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.amazon.com/Top-Gun-Maverick-Tom-Cruise/dp/B0B18G8R9B" target="_blank">&quot;Top Gun: Maverick&quot;,</a></strong> <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="one of the most successful films of 2022" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2022/05/30/top-gun-maverick-tom-cruise-box-office" data-vars-content-id="4b7295e1-8455-43a5-a45a-a53027e8b05a" data-vars-headline="Streaming guide: What&#x27;s new on Netflix, Disney+ and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2022/05/30/top-gun-maverick-tom-cruise-box-office" target="_self">one of the most successful films of 2022</a>, became available to watch this week on Prime.</p><ul><li>The original &quot;Top Gun&quot; will be added<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text=" April 1" data-vars-click-url="https://www.tvguide.com/news/new-amazon-prime-video-shows-and-movies-april-2023/" data-vars-content-id="4b7295e1-8455-43a5-a45a-a53027e8b05a" data-vars-headline="Streaming guide: What&#x27;s new on Netflix, Disney+ and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.tvguide.com/news/new-amazon-prime-video-shows-and-movies-april-2023/" target="_blank"> April 1</a>, along with classic films including &quot;Titanic,&quot; &quot;The Breakfast Club&quot; and &quot;Forrest Gump.&quot;</li></ul><div><div class="iframe-responsive-wrapper"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="113" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/giXco2jaZ_4" title="Top Gun: Maverick | NEW Official Trailer (2022 Movie) - Tom Cruise" width="200" class="gtmView" data-vars-category="embed" data-vars-sub-category="youtube" data-vars-asset-id="giXco2jaZ_4" data-vars-content-id="4b7295e1-8455-43a5-a45a-a53027e8b05a"></iframe></div><div style="display:none"></div></div><h2 class="text-h6 !font-sans !font-normal !leading-[1.2em]"><strong>Disney+</strong></h2><p><strong><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="&quot;The Mandalorian&quot;" data-vars-click-url="https://www.starwars.com/series/the-mandalorian" data-vars-content-id="4b7295e1-8455-43a5-a45a-a53027e8b05a" data-vars-headline="Streaming guide: What&#x27;s new on Netflix, Disney+ and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.starwars.com/series/the-mandalorian" target="_blank">&quot;The Mandalorian&quot;</a></strong> released its fifth episode of season three on Wednesday. The show started off on <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="rocky footing" data-vars-click-url="https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/the_mandalorian/s03" data-vars-content-id="4b7295e1-8455-43a5-a45a-a53027e8b05a" data-vars-headline="Streaming guide: What&#x27;s new on Netflix, Disney+ and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/the_mandalorian/s03" target="_blank">rocky footing</a> given its slight storyline shifts.</p><ul><li>The &quot;Star Wars&quot; show returns for its sixth episode next week.</li></ul><p><strong><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="&quot;The Crossover&quot;" data-vars-click-url="https://disneyplusoriginals.disney.com/show/the-crossover" data-vars-content-id="4b7295e1-8455-43a5-a45a-a53027e8b05a" data-vars-headline="Streaming guide: What&#x27;s new on Netflix, Disney+ and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://disneyplusoriginals.disney.com/show/the-crossover" target="_blank">&quot;The Crossover&quot;</a></strong> is a new original Disney+ series about two teenage brothers looking to become basketball stars.</p><ul><li><strong>Available:</strong> April 5</li></ul><h2 class="text-h6 !font-sans !font-normal !leading-[1.2em]"><strong>HBO Max</strong></h2><p><strong><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="&quot;Succession&quot;" data-vars-click-url="https://www.hbo.com/succession" data-vars-content-id="4b7295e1-8455-43a5-a45a-a53027e8b05a" data-vars-headline="Streaming guide: What&#x27;s new on Netflix, Disney+ and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.hbo.com/succession" target="_blank">&quot;Succession&quot;</a></strong> will be back with the second episode of the show’s final season. The premiere received stunning <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="reviews from critics" data-vars-click-url="https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/succession/s04" data-vars-content-id="4b7295e1-8455-43a5-a45a-a53027e8b05a" data-vars-headline="Streaming guide: What&#x27;s new on Netflix, Disney+ and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/succession/s04" target="_blank">reviews from critics</a> and gripped fans who couldn’t look away from the family’s drama and betrayal.</p><ul><li><strong>Available:</strong> April 2</li></ul><div><div class="iframe-responsive-wrapper"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="113" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/t3D3ewle7XY" title="Succession Season 4 | Official Trailer | HBO Max" width="200" class="gtmView" data-vars-category="embed" data-vars-sub-category="youtube" data-vars-asset-id="t3D3ewle7XY" data-vars-content-id="4b7295e1-8455-43a5-a45a-a53027e8b05a"></iframe></div><div style="display:none"></div></div><p><strong><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="&quot;Royal Crackers&quot;" data-vars-click-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vze8nQn7WYg&amp;t=85s" data-vars-content-id="4b7295e1-8455-43a5-a45a-a53027e8b05a" data-vars-headline="Streaming guide: What&#x27;s new on Netflix, Disney+ and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vze8nQn7WYg&amp;t=85s" target="_blank">&quot;Royal Crackers&quot;</a></strong> — an Adult Swim animated series that pokes fun at &quot;Succession&quot; — will be available April 3.</p><h2 class="text-h6 !font-sans !font-normal !leading-[1.2em]"><strong>Hulu</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Get into the wedding season</strong> with &quot;Bridesmaids&quot; and &quot;Father of the Bride,&quot; which are available for streaming beginning April 1.</li><li><strong>Iconic films</strong> like &quot;Lincoln,&quot; &quot;Moulin Rouge&quot; and &quot;Shrek&quot; are also streaming now.</li></ul><h2 class="text-h6 !font-sans !font-normal !leading-[1.2em]"><strong>Netflix</strong></h2><p><strong><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="&quot;The Bubble&quot;" data-vars-click-url="https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/new-on-netflix-this-week-april-01-2022" data-vars-content-id="4b7295e1-8455-43a5-a45a-a53027e8b05a" data-vars-headline="Streaming guide: What&#x27;s new on Netflix, Disney+ and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/new-on-netflix-this-week-april-01-2022" target="_blank">&quot;The Bubble&quot;</a></strong> is a new Netflix movie from Judd Apatow about a fictional cast and crew trying to shoot a blockbuster film sequel while quarantining inside a luxury hotel.</p><ul><li><strong>Available: </strong>April 1</li></ul><div><div class="iframe-responsive-wrapper"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="113" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZBD8X5zLG4U" title="The Bubble | Judd Apatow Comedy | Official Trailer | Netflix" width="200" class="gtmView" data-vars-category="embed" data-vars-sub-category="youtube" data-vars-asset-id="ZBD8X5zLG4U" data-vars-content-id="4b7295e1-8455-43a5-a45a-a53027e8b05a"></iframe></div><div style="display:none"></div></div><p><strong>The fifth season of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="&quot;Better Call Saul,&quot;" data-vars-click-url="https://www.netflix.com/title/80021955?source=35&amp;trackId=259776131&amp;trkId=259776131&amp;src=tudum" data-vars-content-id="4b7295e1-8455-43a5-a45a-a53027e8b05a" data-vars-headline="Streaming guide: What&#x27;s new on Netflix, Disney+ and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.netflix.com/title/80021955?source=35&amp;trackId=259776131&amp;trkId=259776131&amp;src=tudum" target="_blank">&quot;Better Call Saul,&quot;</a></strong> which aired late last year, is now available.</p><h2 class="text-h6 !font-sans !font-normal !leading-[1.2em]"><strong>Peacock</strong></h2><p><strong><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="WWE WrestleMania 39" data-vars-click-url="https://corporate.wwe.com/investors/news/press-releases/2022/08-16-2022-140854491" data-vars-content-id="4b7295e1-8455-43a5-a45a-a53027e8b05a" data-vars-headline="Streaming guide: What&#x27;s new on Netflix, Disney+ and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://corporate.wwe.com/investors/news/press-releases/2022/08-16-2022-140854491" target="_blank">WWE WrestleMania 39</a></strong> will be streaming live Sunday night, with WWE champion Roman Reigns defending his title after holding the belt for almost 1,000 days. 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Yes, the NCAA national champion will be crowned Monday night when San Diego State takes on UConn, which means we're due for "One Shining Moment."

Why it matters: "One Shining Moment" is a music video highlight package that plays after a school snags the national championship at the end of the NCAA Tournament. It's a historic song that permeates throughout culture amid March Madness.

Context: The song comes from David Barrett, a singer and Emmy Award-winning composer.

Famous artists — like Teddy Pendergrass, Luther Vandross, Ne-Yo and Jennifer Hudson — have all performed the song on different occasions.

The song and video have made an impact in pop culture today, from internet memes to modern podcasts.

Fans even made their own versions of the video in 2020 after the tournament was nixed due to the pandemic.

How we got here: Barrett told NCAA.com that he recorded the song in 1986 and sent it to a friend, who was writing for Sports Illustrated at the time. That friend then brought the song to CBS Sports and played it for them. 

"When they initially called me, I thought it was a prank," Barrett told NCAA.com. "But soon they convinced me that, no, this was indeed CBS out of New York City, and they loved my song."

He said CBS originally wanted to use it for the Super Bowl, even though the song had been written for basketball, Barrett said. 

The song didn't air for the big game, though. CBS changed their tune and used it for March Madness instead, Barrett said.

"It was like the song knew where it was to be and would not be denied," Barrett said.

What's next: The next version of "One Shining Moment" will be played on Monday, April 3, after the national champion is crowned. The song will play over a series of clips from March Madness. So what will we see?

Of note: There are already betting odds for what will be included in this year's video package.

Upsets, upsets, upsets: The biggest upset of the NCAA tournament came when No. 16 Fairleigh Dickinson defeated No. 1 Purdue in the opening round. We'll likely see moments from the final two minutes in the highlight video.

Another first-round shocker came when No. 15 Princeton upset No. 2 Arizona, leaving the majority of brackets busted — including President Biden's.

Moments from No. 1 Alabama's loss to No. 5 San Diego State might make the video.

And don't be surprised if we see some highlights of the No. 5 Miami squad, which reached the Final Four with a massive win over No. 2 Texas in the Elite Eight after sweeping past No. 1 Houston.

The newcomers: The other Final Four teams UConn, Florida Atlantic and San Diego State will dominate the package. 

This is the first Final Four with three first-time participants (FAU, San Diego State, Miami) since 1970, Axios' Kendall Baker writes.

The highlights: The NCAA has a number of highlight packages featuring the best moments from each day of the tournament. Those might be good to watch to prepare for "One Shining Moment" ... if you're willing to try.

No. 16 Fairleigh Dickinson defeated No. 1 Purdue

No. 1 Alabama's loss to No. 5 San Diego State

The history of March Madness' "One Shining Moment"

It's a historic song that permeates throughout culture amid March Madness' basketball showdown.

Fairleigh Dickinson reacts in a NCAA Tournament game against Purdue. Photo: Andy Lyons/Getty Images

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<p>Yes, the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="NCAA national champion" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/03/27/ncaa-tournament-newcomers-crash-final-four" data-vars-content-id="f13431f8-e655-4636-9ba6-6efac81d3220" data-vars-headline="The history of March Madness&#x27; &quot;One Shining Moment&quot;" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/03/27/ncaa-tournament-newcomers-crash-final-four" target="_self">NCAA national champion</a> will be crowned Monday night when San Diego State takes on UConn, which means we&#x27;re due for &quot;One Shining Moment.&quot;</p><p><strong>Why it matters: </strong><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="&quot;One Shining Moment&quot;" data-vars-click-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mRlwNcnIddo" data-vars-content-id="f13431f8-e655-4636-9ba6-6efac81d3220" data-vars-headline="The history of March Madness&#x27; &quot;One Shining Moment&quot;" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mRlwNcnIddo" target="_blank">&quot;One Shining Moment&quot;</a> is a music video highlight package that plays after a school snags the national championship at the end of the NCAA Tournament. It&#x27;s a historic song that permeates throughout culture amid March Madness.</p>

Shifts in technology and media are changing the way we play, watch and understand sports. Business models are adapting and social change is forcing those in charge of teams and leagues to reconsider decades-old practices.

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Seeing a movie in Chicago can include wireless headphones, skyline views and a cushioned loveseat.

Why it matters: Box offices overall are showing signs of life again, as moviegoers are returning to a revamped theater experience.

Zoom in: Rooftop Cinema Club in Fulton Market offers a skyline view while you watch a movie on an LED screen. You’ll have to wear wireless headphones, which the theater says helps you “live in those memorable cinematic moments and not get disturbed by the outside world.”

The seats might remind you of home. They have cushioned single chairs and loveseats (for date night), and there’s a side table for your drinks and snacks.

The movies are selected by the staff, who also host games, talent Q&As and sing-alongs at the club, too.

Kiddos are welcome for any showing before 4:30pm. Later screenings  are for adults only.

The theater, which took a winter hiatus, will reopen in spring 2023.

The big picture: Hundreds of theaters have closed their doors since the onset of the pandemic, but those remaining are betting that luxurious or unique experiences will bring back audiences.

Nationals chains like AMC Theatres, Cinemark and Regal have redesigned theater rooms to include more luxury recliners and food options.

Local theaters have become smaller, embracing comfortable recliners and seats, too. Others are offering dine-in options, allowing people to buy cocktails, beer or personal pizzas.

Some theaters are even ditching traditional seats for beanbag chairs.

The Chicago area is home to a number of theaters offering unique experiences and luxury seating, in addition to the many AMC, Cinemark, Regal and Alamo Drafthouse theaters that have reclining seats and dine-in services.

Cine Lounge in Niles has an indoor lounge area with red sofas where you can relax before the big show.

Gene Siskel Film Center, a few blocks from Millennium Park, shows independent and international films.

Music Box Theatre on Southport Avenue is your go-to location for independent, foreign cult and classic films.

Showplace Icon Theatre & Kitchen near the South Loop has a full food and drink menu and a happy hour during the week.

The Davis Theater in Lincoln Square has luxury seats and an attached restaurant and bar. The theater boasts a massive cocktail menu and has 18 beers on tap. It also sells its own gourmet popcorn tins.

The Logan Theatre, close to Logan Square, has a food and drink menu, as well as several desserts, including frozen bananas and ice cream bars. The theater also hosts movie trivia nights, open mic comedy shows and bingo.

Hundreds of theaters closed their doors since the onset of the pandemic. Here's what's happening in Chicago.

<p>Seeing a movie in Chicago<strong> </strong>can include wireless headphones, skyline views and a cushioned loveseat.</p><p><strong>Why it matters:</strong> Box offices overall are showing <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="signs of life again" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/01/22/avatar-profitability-global-box-office" data-vars-content-id="f4081693-08c5-44e9-bb5b-8af189fe62d3" data-vars-headline="The movie theater glow-up" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/01/22/avatar-profitability-global-box-office" target="_self">signs of life again</a>, as moviegoers are returning to a revamped theater experience.</p>

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Adult film star Stormy Daniels called the historic indictment of former President Trump "poetic" in a new interview following the New York grand jury's decision to bring charges against him.

Why it matters: The comments mark the most extensive yet from Daniels, who's been in the spotlight over the criminal probe related to an alleged 2016 hush-money payment to her. 

Driving the news: “He’s done so much worse that he should have been taken down [for] before," Daniels said in an interview with The Times, a British daily newspaper. "I am fully aware of the insanity of it being a porn star. But it’s also poetic; this p---y grabbed back."

“It’s monumental and epic, and I’m proud,” Daniels said.

Catch up quick: Daniels, whose legal name is Stephanie Clifford, first publicly alleged she and Trump had an affair in 2018. 

Trump denied the claim but then changed his story about the payment as the situation played out.

Daniels met with prosecutors involved in the investigation into Trump and the hush-money payment earlier this year.

Clark Brewster, Daniels' attorney, tweeted Thursday evening that the indictment is "no cause for joy."

"The hard work and conscientiousness of the grand jurors must be respected," Clark Brewster said. "Now let truth and justice prevail. No one is above the law."

Brewster told CNN on Friday that his client wasn't surprised about the indictment. 

The big picture: The indictment makes Trump first U.S. president in history — sitting or former — to face criminal charges.

Daniels predicted that the indictment will "continue to divide people and bring them up in arms."

Law enforcement is already bracing for the indictment's after effects, including the potential for large protests.

“Whatever the outcome is, it’s going to cause violence, and there’s going to be injuries and death,” Daniels added. "There’s the potential for a lot of good to come from this. But either way, a lot of bad is going to come from it, too.”

Go deeper: Timeline: The probe into Trump's alleged hush money payment to Stormy Daniels

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Trump indictment is "poetic," Stormy Daniels says

Adult film actress Stormy Daniels in New York City in April 2018. Photo: Drew Angerer/Getty Images

Stephanie Clifford (Stormy Daniels)

<p>Adult film star <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Stormy Daniels" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/03/15/stormy-daniels-new-york-prosecutors-trump" data-vars-content-id="fb8fe3dd-16ec-4571-946b-2328c4eb3881" data-vars-headline="Trump indictment is &quot;poetic,&quot; Stormy Daniels says" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/03/15/stormy-daniels-new-york-prosecutors-trump" target="_self">Stormy Daniels</a> called the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="historic indictment" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/03/30/trump-indicted-manhattan-grand-jury-criminal" data-vars-content-id="fb8fe3dd-16ec-4571-946b-2328c4eb3881" data-vars-headline="Trump indictment is &quot;poetic,&quot; Stormy Daniels says" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/03/30/trump-indicted-manhattan-grand-jury-criminal" target="_self">historic indictment</a> of former President Trump &quot;poetic&quot; in a new interview following the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New York grand jury&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/03/30/trump-indicted-manhattan-grand-jury-criminal" data-vars-content-id="fb8fe3dd-16ec-4571-946b-2328c4eb3881" data-vars-headline="Trump indictment is &quot;poetic,&quot; Stormy Daniels says" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/03/30/trump-indicted-manhattan-grand-jury-criminal" target="_self">New York grand jury&#x27;s</a> decision to bring charges against him.</p><p><strong>Why it matters:</strong> The comments mark the most extensive yet from Daniels, who&#x27;s been in the spotlight over the criminal probe related to an alleged <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="2016 hush-money payment" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/03/18/trump-stormy-daniels-payment-probe" data-vars-content-id="fb8fe3dd-16ec-4571-946b-2328c4eb3881" data-vars-headline="Trump indictment is &quot;poetic,&quot; Stormy Daniels says" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/03/18/trump-stormy-daniels-payment-probe" target="_self">2016 hush-money payment</a> to her. </p>

President Biden has made the COVID-19 crisis and a post-Trump return to national unity and traditional democratic ideals his top priorities. From vaccinations to stimulus to schools, Biden is seeking bipartisan compromise while showing a willingness to use executive authority and bare Democratic majorities in the U.S. House and Senate to implement his policies. Republican leaders are navigating deep party divisions over if and how to move beyond former President Trump.

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