Trump Business Records Trial
Alina Habba, a lawyer representing former President Donald Trump, believes the jurors in his business records trial should have been sequestered over Memorial Day weekend to prevent influence from media, friends, and family. She expressed concerns about the jurors' exposure to biased news sources and their ability to remain impartial. The trial involves 34 counts of falsifying business records in relation to payments made to Stormy Daniels during the 2016 election.
Key Points
- Alina Habba believes sequestering jurors would increase the chances of a fair trial outcome
- She expressed worries about jurors being exposed to biased information and losing objectivity
- The trial involves 34 counts of falsifying business records related to payments to Stormy Daniels
Pros
- Ensuring jurors' impartiality by sequestering them
- Raising concerns about potential influence from biased news sources and friends/family
Cons
- Logistical challenges of sequestering jurors over a holiday weekend
- Potential delays in the trial process