Former President Trump's hush money case
A New York judge ordered the names of jury members in former President Trump's hush money case to be kept secret as jury selection begins. Trump faces charges of falsifying business records related to hush money payments to Stormy Daniels. The judge cited concerns of bribery, jury tampering, and physical harm as reasons for the protective order.
Key Points
- Judge orders names of jury members to be kept secret
- Trump faces 34 counts of falsifying business records in relation to hush money payments
- Protective order extended to courtroom staff
- Prosecutors proposed a gag order for Trump
- Trump's attorneys argue the proposed order is unconstitutional
- Trump faces federal criminal charges in Florida over mishandling of classified information
Pros
- Protecting the privacy and safety of jury members
- Preventing potential jury tampering or harassment
Cons
- Limited transparency in the trial process