The upcoming Manhattan criminal trial of former President Donald Trump, centered on alleged ‘hush money’ payments, features a jury that could tilt favorably for Trump. Among the 12 jurors selected is a figure now referred to as “Juror No. 2,” an investment banker who not only follows Trump on his Truth Social Platform but has also read his book “The Art of the Deal.” This juror’s familiarity with Trump’s work and viewpoints could be pivotal as Trump faces multiple felony charges brought by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg.
In addition to following Trump, this particular juror is also a follower of Michael Cohen, Trump’s former attorney and fixer, who has turned against Trump, becoming a state’s witness after his own legal troubles resulted in a prison sentence. Cohen’s testimony is expected to be central in the case, which alleges that Trump directed payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels to silence her during the 2016 presidential campaign.
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The jury was fully assembled last Thursday, with one alternate juror also selected. The court is set to convene again to possibly add five more alternates, setting the stage for opening arguments to commence next Monday. This tight schedule underscores the complex nature of the case and the high stakes involved.
District Attorney Bragg has prepared an aggressive prosecution strategy. This week, he filed a document detailing Trump’s previous “misconducts and criminal acts,” which the prosecution plans to introduce to challenge Trump’s credibility. This ‘Sandoval’ notice, according to a Newsweek report, is a standard pre-trial maneuver to outline potential impeachment material against a defendant.
