Jury Selection for Ex-President's Hush-Money Trial

SOURCE www.theguardian.com
A jury of seven men and five women from diverse backgrounds and professions have been selected for the ex-president's hush-money trial, with varying levels of exposure to news and opinions on Trump.

Key Points

  • Jury composition consists of seven men and five women from different parts of Manhattan
  • Jurors have varied personal backgrounds, employment histories, and news consumption habits
  • Judge Merchan ensured anonymous identities of jurors for security reasons

Pros

  • Diverse jury selection with a mix of genders and backgrounds
  • Individuals with varying levels of exposure to news and opinions on Trump

Cons

  • Anonymity of jury members raises security concerns