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Manhattan DA Seeks Contempt Charge Against Trump Over Gag Order Violations

Alvin Bragg files a motion to hold former President Donald Trump in contempt for allegedly violating a court-imposed gag order during his ongoing hush money trial.

  • Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has filed a motion to hold Donald Trump in contempt for violating a gag order by making public statements about key witnesses.
  • The motion threatens Trump with a $3,000 fine and warns of potential jail time for future violations.
  • Jury selection in Trump's trial continues, with challenges in selecting impartial jurors due to widespread publicity and strong opinions.
  • Trump criticizes the trial and the judge, claiming political bias and calling the proceedings 'an assault on America.'
  • The trial is part of a broader case where Trump is accused of falsifying business records to cover up alleged hush money payments.
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