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Bloomberg Law: Trump on Trial & Abortion on the AZ Ballot

Apr 16, 2024
Former federal prosecutor Zeldin discusses Trump's criminal trial. Ziegler talks about efforts in Arizona for abortion on the ballot. Topics include jury selection, Trump potentially testifying, abortion protests in Arizona, constitutional challenges, legal risks for physicians, abortion language in ballot initiatives, and political ramifications of upcoming elections.
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  • Jury selection crucial in Trump trial to ensure fair trial without bias.
  • Both sides strategically target specific demographics for sympathetic jurors in Arizona abortion ballot efforts.

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Overview of Trump's Criminal Trial Preparation

The criminal trial of former President Donald Trump is centered around the Manhattan DA's claims of Trump coordinating payments to spike tabloid stories of alleged affairs prior to the 2016 election. The DA alleges campaign finance violations through falsified business records, not just hush money payments. Jury selection is crucial, with defense targeting specific demographics for sympathetic jurors. The judge extensively screens jurors to ensure impartiality, aiming for a fair trial without undue bias.

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