Former President Donald Trump's hush money criminal trial
Former President Donald Trump's hush money criminal trial continued with potential jurors being questioned about social media posts, leading to the dismissal of one juror for calling to 'lock him up.' The first seven jurors were selected out of dozens of potential jurors excused over impartiality or other commitments.
Key Points
- Juror dismissed for social media posts calling to 'lock him up' regarding Trump
- Over 50 potential jurors dismissed for impartiality or other commitments
- Trump facing charges related to payments to Stormy Daniels during 2016 election
Pros
- Fair selection process for jurors
- Addressing potential biases in the jury pool
Cons
- Dismissal of potential jurors based on social media posts may be seen as limiting free speech
- Publicity surrounding the trial may impact juror impartiality