A New York judge has imposed a gag order on former President Trump in the hush-money payments case, preventing him from making public statements about witnesses, jurors, or court staff. The trial is set to begin on April 15, with Trump facing 34 counts of falsifying business records.
Key Points
Judge Juan Merchan imposed a gag order on Trump in the hush-money payments case
Trump is prohibited from making public statements about witnesses, jurors, or court staff
The trial is scheduled to begin on April 15, with Trump facing 34 counts of falsifying business records
Pros
Prevents interference with legal proceedings
Protects individuals involved in the case from potential harm