Closing arguments in the trial of Marvel actor Jonathan Majors were delivered on Thursday, marking a pivotal moment in the case. Majors is facing four charges, including misdemeanor assault, aggravated harassment, and harassment, following an incident involving his ex-partner, Grace Jabbari, that occurred on March 25. As the prosecution described the case as one of domestic violence, Majors' defense attorney repeatedly called Jabbari "a liar" during their closing statements.

The trial, which began with opening statements on December 4, has garnered significant attention. Majors, who has pleaded not guilty to all charges, has been present in court throughout the proceedings, accompanied by his current partner, Meagan Good, and family members. In contrast, Jabbari appeared as a witness for the prosecution and spent four days on the stand.

During closing arguments, Majors, who had maintained a neutral expression throughout the trial, appeared visibly emotional, wiping tears from his eyes as his defense attorney, Priya Chaudhry, addressed the jury. Chaudhry argued that Majors' fear of the consequences of a Black man calling 911 in America had come true, calling for an end to the "nightmare" for her client. The attorney and Majors shared a hug after the emotionally charged statements.

The closing arguments also witnessed Chaudhry targeting the arresting officers, the prosecutors, and questioning Jabbari's credibility. Chaudhry alleged that the prosecutors had been swayed by Jabbari's "lies," criticizing them for accepting her version of events. Jabbari had testified that the incident occurred in a car when she discovered a text message on Majors' phone. She claimed that Majors then physically assaulted her to obtain the phone.

Chaudhry challenged Jabbari's account, suggesting that she was not injured when she left the car. She presented video footage and photos from a nightclub, arguing that Jabbari had used her hand extensively that evening, despite alleging injuries. Chaudhry also accused Jabbari of engaging in "revenge partying" following the alleged incident, implying that she had injured herself afterwards, possibly while under the influence of alcohol and sleeping pills.

In response, Assistant District Attorney Kelli Galaway argued that Jabbari's credibility had been substantiated throughout the trial. Galaway emphasized that Jabbari had no personal gain in bringing forth charges against Majors, as they were instigated by the state. Galaway drew attention to evidence of Majors exerting control over Jabbari, including texts and audio recordings, positioning her as a victim of domestic violence. She claimed that Jabbari's reluctance to disclose the cause of her injuries stemmed from fear of Majors.

Galaway replayed a video showing Majors forcefully pushing Jabbari back into the car, refuting the defense's claim that he was simply getting her out of traffic. Testimony from the doctor who treated Jabbari was highlighted, corroborating her account of the incident. Galaway dismissed the testimony of the car's driver, who assumed Jabbari was the aggressor, deeming him biased due to Majors having paid for the vehicle. Galaway emphasized that Majors' 911 call did not exonerate him from the charges.

Jury deliberations began on Thursday afternoon and are set to continue on Friday. The charges Majors faces carry a potential maximum sentence of one year in jail. However, regardless of the trial's outcome, the proceedings and subsequent media attention may impact Majors' career, with several industry entities already severing ties with the actor. Amidst the uncertainty, Majors remains attached to star in Marvel's upcoming film "Avengers: The Kang Dynasty."

As the jury weighs the evidence and arguments presented during the trial, the conclusion of Jonathan Majors' legal battle draws nearer, leaving the outcome hanging in the balance.