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The Beat with Ari Melber

Judge to Trump: Jail is on the table if you break gag order again

May 7, 2024
Legal experts Chai Komanduri, Emily Bazelon, Neal Katyal, and Joyce Vance discuss the judge warning Trump of potential jail time for violating a gag order in his criminal trial. They explore Trump's confrontational stance, potential Supreme Court appeals, and the challenges to democracy posed by political manipulation and corruption.
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  • Judge warns Trump of jail for violating gag order, stressing consequences of continued breaches.
  • Prosecution presents evidence of Trump's direct involvement in payments, strengthening case against him.

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Judge Warns Trump of Potential Jail Sanction for Gag Order Violations

The judge in Trump's trial issues a warning, stating that Trump could face jail if he continues violating the gag order. Despite not being convicted, Trump has repeatedly breached the order, making personal attacks and undermining the trial fairness. The judge stresses the seriousness of the violations and hints at the possibility of imprisonment, emphasizing that repeated breaches will not be tolerated.

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