The challenged juror expressed concern after being identified, even though their names are not public. In addition, nine other potential jurors have excused themselves on the grounds that there is some sort of “conflict” over their role in the trial.
The process of composition of the jury which will decide the fate of former US President Donald Turmp, despite obstacles in the context of a historic trial over the alleged payment of bribes to the former porn actress Stephanie Cliffordknown as Stormy Danielsto buy your silence.
For example, one of the seven jurors already chosen for the trial was thrown out on Thursday, meaning six more jurors are needed to begin the hearings.
The challenged juror, who had already been sworn in, a woman identified only by number 2, has expressed concern about the information that led her identified, even though their names are not public.
In addition, nine other potential jurors They apologized Thursday because they believe there is some sort of “conflict” regarding their role in the trial. This brings the total number of people excluded from serving on the jury to 57, although 39 remain on the list.
Some of them have said they have read a book by Trump or his former lawyer in the past. Michael CohenTherefore, they have been excluded due to the possibility that they will not be able to be impartial regarding the case, while others have said that they feel “intimidated” by the media, according to information from television network CNN.
Among the questions asked to potential members are questions related to the groups Proud boys, QAnon and Antifa and the existence of any relationship with people associated with Trump or followers of the former president, among others.
During the jury selection – which will consist of twelve starters and six alternates – Trump maintained visual contact with some of the possible jurors. reprimanded by the judge Juan Merchan.
Earlier this week, the New York Attorney General’s Office also filed a motion against Trump contempt of court considering that he had violated the court’s earlier order requiring him not to make any public comments or statements about witnesses or potential witnesses in the trial, which started on Monday.
The motion at issue alleges that the defendant “intentionally violated the court’s order by making several social media posts attacking two witnesses: Michael Cohen and Stormy Daniels.” In this sense, prosecutors have requested a fine of $1,000 for each violation committed.
Source: EITB
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