The chapter provides an insight into the opening days of Trump's first criminal trial, focusing on the scene outside the courthouse, the accusations against him, and the legal proceedings unfolding. It discusses the efforts by both the prosecution and Trump's legal team, shedding light on the jury selection process and the challenges faced in including certain allegations in the trial.
Political and legal history are being made in a Lower Manhattan courtroom as Donald J. Trump becomes the first former U.S. president to undergo a criminal trial.
Jonah Bromwich, who covers criminal justice in New York, explains what happened during the opening days of the trial, which is tied to Mr. Trump’s role in a hush-money payment to a porn star.
Guest: Jonah E. Bromwich, who covers criminal justice in New York for The New York Times.
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