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Trump's Hush Money Trial Nears Verdict Amid Allegations of Judicial Bias

As jury deliberations approach, concerns over judge's impartiality and potential jury bias intensify.

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Michael Cohen is asked about taking an oath as he is cross-examined by defense lawyer Todd Blanche during former U.S. President Donald Trump's criminal trial on charges that he falsified business records to conceal money paid to silence porn star Stormy Daniels in 2016, in Manhattan state court in New York City, U.S. May 16, 2024 in this courtroom sketch.

Overview

  • Closing arguments set to begin Tuesday before jury deliberations.
  • Defense and prosecution presented contrasting portrayals of key witnesses.
  • Judge Juan Merchan's conduct and political donations scrutinized.
  • Trump's legal team expresses fears of jury exposure to external influences.
  • Potential historic conviction of a former president looms over trial.