Donald Trump's Gag Order Modification
Former President Donald Trump's gag order in his hush money criminal trial has been modified, allowing him to comment on witnesses and jurors but keeping others off limits until sentencing. The judge's decision comes days before a presidential debate with President Joe Biden.
Key Points
- Judge modified Trump's gag order to allow commenting on witnesses and jurors.
- Restrictions on commenting about court staffers and prosecution team remain until sentencing.
- Trump's lawyers argue for complete lifting of the gag order.
Pros
- Trump can now comment on witnesses and jurors in his hush money criminal trial.
- Protection of jurors' identities maintained until sentencing.
- Allows for free speech while balancing protection of judicial proceedings.
Cons
- Some restrictions still in place regarding court staffers, prosecution team, and their families until sentencing.