Coffee with Hawk Episode 028: April 18, 2024

Hawk provides an update on the third day of jury selection in the criminal trial of former President Donald Trump in Manhattan. After some initial setbacks where two more potential jurors were dismissed, the court was able to seat the full jury of 12 members by the afternoon. Hawk notes the entertaining and eyebrow-raising moments during questioning of potential jurors about their social media activities and past posts criticizing Trump. The judge had to admonish Trump at one point for his behavior and disruptive gestures in response to a prospective juror's comments.

With the 12 jurors seated, the court will return on Friday to select 6 alternate jurors before likely beginning opening statements on Monday. Hawk highlights the judge denying the prosecution's request to provide the names of their first few witnesses in advance due to Trump's penchant for attacking witnesses online and via social media posts. The judge made clear he does not trust Trump's attorneys to prevent such witness intimidation tactics.

Overall, the jury selection has wrapped up quicker than expected. He encourages listeners to check out his separate "Hawk After Dark" podcast episode that dives deeper into explaining the criminal trial procedures, admission of evidence, witness examination, and jury instructions that will govern the upcoming trial. Continued coverage as the historic criminal trial moves into its next phase will be posted as things progress.

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