Seven jurors have been selected for the panel that will decide the fate of former President Donald Trump in the New York hush money case. Trump’s lawyers meticulously combed through prospective jurors’ social media posts to rid the jury of any anti-Trump bias. However, their efforts were not without controversy, as Judge Merchan sternly admonished Trump for his conduct towards the jurors during the selection process.
The jury, comprised of four men and three women with diverse backgrounds and education levels, was not immune to Trump’s tactics. Trump’s legal team utilized preemptory challenges to eliminate jurors they believed harbored prejudice against the former president. In a shocking turn of events, Trump was scolded by the judge for potentially intimidating a juror.
Meanwhile, prosecutors stayed focused on the case at hand during jury selection, while Trump’s lawyers honed in on how jurors perceive Trump. Judge Merchan aims to conclude jury selection by the end of the week, with the possibility of opening statements commencing on Monday.
The courtroom drama surrounding Trump’s hush money case continues to unfold as the trial inches closer to its commencement. Stay tuned to the McCreary County Record for the latest updates on this high-profile legal battle.
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