Overview

• The trial follows accusations that Trump falsified business records to conceal a payment to adult film actress Stormy Daniels during the 2016 election.
• Jury selection concluded with 12 jurors and six alternates sworn in amid high emotions and intense media scrutiny.
• A man set himself on fire outside the courthouse, briefly diverting attention from the trial proceedings.
• Trump's legal team attempted to delay the trial's start and change the venue, but their requests were denied.
• Prosecutors and defense lawyers are set to outline their cases, with potential testimony from key figures like Michael Cohen and Stormy Daniels.