Trumps Jury - How likely is it that he will be exonerated by Trump loving liars in the jury pool? The contents herein is solely mine and does not reflect the opinion of any other person or entity #ProudBlueEditorials Is it likely he will be exonerated by Trump sympathizing jurors who secretly say they will be impartial? The selection process The composition of a jury pool can vary greatly and is intended to be a representative cross-section of the community. But it would be very challenging to determine the exact likelihood of Trumpās jury pool containing supporters who want to exonerate him or persons that want him to swing. Jury Selection Process: The jury selection process, also known as voir dire, is designed to ensure that the jury is impartial. Potential jurors are questioned about their ability to remain unbiased, and both the defense and prosecution have the opportunity to dismiss certain jurors. Political Leanings: The political leanings of the jury pool can influence its composition. For example, about 87% of Manhattan residents voted for Joe Biden in the last presidential election. However, this does not necessarily mean that all jurors will be biased against Trump. Public Opinion: Public opinion can also play a role. For instance, during the first day of Trumpās trial, more than half of the prospective jurors raised their hands when asked if they could not be āfair and impartialā, and were excused from serving on the jury. So exactly how does the selection process work? Questioning: Potential jurors are questioned about their ability to remain unbiased. Both the defense and prosecution have the opportunity to dismiss certain jurors based on their responses. Peremptory Strikes: Both trial teams get a limited number of āperemptory strikesā they can use to exclude prospective jurors. However, when those run out, the prosecution or defense will be stuck with whichever potential juror comes up next unless the judge strikes the person āfor cause.ā That means the judge has concluded the person doesnāt meet New York juror qualifications or probably canāt be impartial in the case. Unanimous Verdict: New York requires a unanimous verdict from the 12 jurors to convict. If they cannot agree on a verdict, the judge can declare a mistrial Are Trumps attorney's using a jury selection expert ?(think the television show "Bull") While itās not explicitly stated whether the prosecution or defense in Trumpās trial is using a jury selection expert, itās common in high-profile cases for both sides to consult with such experts. Besides, we would be naive to think that Trump wouldn't use this kind of service to give him an edge. These experts, often psychologists or social scientists, help attorneys understand how different types of people might interpret the evidence and arguments presented during the trial. They can provide valuable insights into potential jurorsā backgrounds, attitudes, and biases, which can inform the attorneysā decisions during the jury selection process. However, the final decision on whether to accept or reject a potential juror rests with the attorneys. For the most accurate information, itās best to refer to official court records and proceedings. Will Trump end up with the court finding him in contempt for jury intimidation or for flouting jury rules? Courtroom Conduct: If Trump continues his inflammatory social media posts, it could put him in violation of the conditions of his release on bail pending trial1. This could potentially lead to him being warned, fined, put on home confinement, and ultimately even placed in jail. Non-Responsive Testimony: With testimony that isnāt responsive and therefore isnāt considered admissible evidence, āyou have to keep calling the jury out of the room all day long,ā. In such a case, "Trump would have been warned, then sanctioned, then held in contempt." Appeal of Contempt Ruling: Donald Trump has appealed a court ruling that found him in contempt of court. The outcome of this appeal could influence whether he is held in contempt for future violations. Judgeās Discretion: Ultimately, the decision to hold someone in contempt of court is at the judgeās discretion. The judge will consider the severity of the violation, the impact on the proceedings, and other relevant factors. The Bottom Line Everything Trump does is for a reason. Every statement from his mouth is an admission. He will do whatever the hell he want's to do in court and out. This trial is a true "trial by fire" for attorneys on both sides, the selected jurors and the for the Judge. This is at once a theatrical performance, a media circus and precedent setting event. We can only sit back and go along for the ride. Just My Two Cents