This chapter delves into the jury selection process for a trial involving Trump, highlighting the demographics and views of selected jurors. It also covers the swift proceedings and opening arguments by the prosecution detailing a political conspiracy involving Trump and his associates.
The prosecution and the defense both opened their cases on Monday in the first criminal trial of Donald Trump.
Jonah Bromwich, who watched from inside the courtroom, walks us through the arguments.
Guest: Jonah E. Bromwich, a reporter for The New York Times covering criminal justice in New York.
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