This trial isn’t about law and order at all is it?
The impending commencement of former President Trump’s first criminal trial has been met with nonchalance by his legal counsel, who dismissed it as nothing more than a prolonged spectacle for the media. Scheduled to commence jury selection on Monday in Manhattan, the trial revolves around allegations that Trump illicitly concealed payments aimed at concealing a prior affair during the twilight of the 2016 presidential campaign.
Attorney Will Scharf, in an interview on “Fox News Sunday” with Shannon Bream, expressed confidence in their legal team’s ability to navigate the challenging process of jury selection. He characterized the trial as a “show trial,” emphasizing its anticipated duration of six weeks and its location in the epicenter of media attention. Scharf suggested that even in the event of a conviction, the practical impact would amount to little more than a political talking point for the Biden campaign.
Regarding the prospect of Trump testifying, Scharf remained noncommittal, acknowledging the decision would hinge on the trial’s unfolding dynamics. Noting Trump’s history of outspokenness in courtrooms and his recent clashes with Judge Juan Merchan, including a gag order, Scharf underscored the potential significance of Trump’s testimony while asserting his innocence in the matter.
The trial, anticipated to span approximately six weeks, marks the inauguration of a series of four criminal cases against the former president. Throughout, Scharf maintains unwavering confidence in both Trump and the legal team assembled to defend him, suggesting that truth and innocence are firmly on their side, regardless of the trial’s outcome.
