BREAKING: Prosecutors to deal first MAJOR BLOW to Trump at trial

The Legal Breakdown with BTC & Glenn Kirschner
19 Apr 202409:16

Summary

TLDRIn this legal analysis, Glenn and Brian discuss the upcoming challenges for Donald Trump in his criminal trial. The focus is on the Sandoval hearing, where prosecutors must disclose any uncharged misconduct they intend to use for cross-examination if Trump chooses to testify. The hosts highlight 13 acts of misconduct, including business fraud and defamation, that could impact the jury's perception of Trump's credibility. They debate whether Trump will opt to testify, considering the risk of perjury and the potential for a hung jury. The discussion also touches on the possibility and timing of a retrial in the event of a hung jury, emphasizing the importance of the trial's outcome for the American public, especially if Trump runs for presidency again.

Takeaways

  • 📚 Glenn Donald Trump is facing a trial where prosecutors will expose his misconduct to the jury.
  • đŸ‘„ The hosts, Brian and Glenn, will provide daily coverage of the Trump trial for viewers to follow.
  • đŸŽ€ A Sandoval hearing will be held, which is a legal proceeding where the prosecution must disclose uncharged misconduct that may be used for cross-examination.
  • đŸš« Trump is charged with 34 felony counts related to falsifying business records to conceal hush money payments, which gave him an advantage in a presidential election.
  • 📝 There are 13 acts of uncharged misconduct that the prosecution wants to introduce to the jury if Trump decides to testify.
  • đŸ’Œ The Trump Organization was convicted of 17 felonies for systemic business fraud, which is one of the misconducts the prosecution may question Trump about.
  • đŸ€” The judge will determine which acts of misconduct are admissible for cross-examination and which might be too prejudicial.
  • đŸš« If Trump chooses not to testify, the prosecution will only be able to introduce misconduct that has been previously litigated and ruled admissible.
  • đŸ€” There is speculation that Trump may not testify due to the risk of perjury and the potential impact on jury perception.
  • 🔁 If the jury is unable to reach a unanimous decision (a hung jury), the prosecutors can retry the case, often with a refined presentation.
  • ⏳ A retrial, if necessary, would likely be scheduled for the future, not immediately following the current trial.

Q & A

  • What is the significance of the Sandoval hearing in the context of the trial?

    -The Sandoval hearing is an opportunity for the prosecution to notify the defense of any uncharged misconduct they may want to cross-examine the defendant with. This is particularly relevant when the defendant is deciding whether to testify in their own criminal trial. It provides the jury with information about the defendant's credibility.

  • What are acts of uncharged misconduct?

    -Acts of uncharged misconduct refer to wrongdoings that the defendant may have committed but have not been formally charged with in the current case. These acts can be used by the prosecution during cross-examination to challenge the defendant's credibility if the defendant chooses to testify.

  • What is the current charge against Donald Trump?

    -Donald Trump is charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records to cover up the true nature of hush money payments, which were allegedly made to gain an unfair advantage in a presidential election.

  • What are some of the other misconducts that Donald Trump has been involved in, as mentioned in the script?

    -The script mentions several instances of misconduct, including being found liable for assault and defamation of E. Gene Carol, being ordered to pay millions in damages, the conviction of the Trump Corporation for long-term systemic business fraud, illegal fundraisers, and the diversion of charity funds to his campaign.

  • How many acts of misconduct does the prosecution want to introduce to the jury during the cross-examination of Donald Trump?

    -The prosecution wants to introduce 13 acts of misconduct during the cross-examination of Donald Trump if he decides to testify.

  • What happens if Donald Trump does not take the stand in his own defense?

    -If Donald Trump does not testify, the prosecution will not be able to introduce any uncharged misconduct that has not been previously litigated and ruled admissible. The scope of uncharged misconduct that can be introduced would be much narrower.

  • What is the potential impact of the Sandoval notice on Donald Trump's decision to testify?

    -The Sandoval notice, which lists 13 instances of serious misconduct, could be devastating for Donald Trump's case if presented to the jury. It may influence his decision on whether to testify, as it could affect the jury's perception of his guilt or innocence.

  • What are the consequences if the jury is unable to reach a unanimous decision in the trial?

    -If the jury is unable to reach a unanimous decision, resulting in a hung jury, the prosecutors have the option to retry the case. Retrials are typically scheduled for a later date, not immediately following the conclusion of the initial trial.

  • What factors might influence the timing of a retrial if the current trial results in a hung jury?

    -The timing of a retrial depends on various factors, including the judge's schedule, the availability of witnesses, and the coordination of schedules for all parties involved. It is unlikely to happen immediately due to the complexity of rescheduling.

  • Why is it important for the American public to know the outcome of this trial?

    -The outcome of this trial is significant because it involves a former president of the United States who is potentially interfering in an election and is running for presidency again. The American public deserves to know if they are voting for a convicted felon or an exonerated individual.

  • What is the role of the judge in deciding which acts of misconduct can be brought up during cross-examination?

    -The judge has the authority to decide which acts of misconduct are properly subject to cross-examination and which ones might be too prejudicial for the prosecution to introduce. This ensures a fair trial process.

Outlines

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📚 Introduction to Trump's Trial and Acts of Misconduct

This paragraph introduces the video's focus on Glenn Donald Trump's trial and the first opportunity for prosecutors to expose his misconduct to the jury. The video promises comprehensive daily coverage of the trial and encourages viewers to subscribe for updates. The discussion centers on the Sandoval hearing, a legal procedure that allows prosecutors to disclose acts of uncharged misconduct to the defense when a defendant is deciding whether to testify. The video outlines 13 acts of misconduct by Trump that prosecutors wish to introduce, including previous legal judgments against him and his organization's involvement in various illegal activities. The paragraph concludes with a discussion on how this information might influence Trump's decision to testify.

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đŸ€” Trump's Potential Testimony and Its Implications

The second paragraph delves into whether Trump should testify at his trial. It explains that if Trump remains silent, only previously litigated and admissible uncharged misconduct can be introduced by the prosecution. However, if Trump testifies, the jury could hear about all 13 acts of misconduct. The discussion suggests that Trump's propensity for lying could lead to perjury if he takes the stand. The potential for a hung jury is also explored, noting that winning over just one juror could result in a mistrial. The paragraph touches on the likelihood of a retrial in the event of a hung jury, the challenges of rescheduling witnesses, and the importance of resolving the case promptly given Trump's political ambitions.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Sandoval hearing

A Sandoval hearing is a legal proceeding where the prosecution must disclose to the defense any uncharged misconduct they intend to use for cross-examination if the defendant chooses to testify. In the context of the video, this hearing is significant because it allows the jury to learn about Donald Trump's past misconduct, affecting their perception of his credibility. The term originates from a court case in New York where the defendant was named Sandoval.

💡Uncharged misconduct

Uncharged misconduct refers to actions or behaviors that, while they may be considered wrongdoings, are not part of the formal charges against a defendant in a criminal trial. In the video, it is mentioned that there are 13 acts of uncharged misconduct by Donald Trump that the prosecutors wish to introduce during cross-examination, which could impact the jury's view of his character and credibility.

💡Falsifying business records

Falsifying business records is a criminal offense that involves altering or making false entries in business documents with the intent to deceive or mislead. In the video, it is stated that Donald Trump is charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records to hide the true nature of hush money payments, which is a key element of the case being discussed.

💡Perjury

Perjury is the act of lying or making false statements under oath, typically in a court setting. The video suggests that there is a concern that if Donald Trump were to testify, he might commit perjury, which is a serious crime and could further damage his case.

💡Hung jury

A hung jury occurs when a jury is unable to reach a unanimous decision on whether the defendant is guilty or not guilty. In the context of the video, the discussion revolves around the possibility that if the jury cannot agree on a verdict, the case could result in a mistrial, and the prosecution would have the option to retry the case.

💡Retrial

A retrial is a new trial that takes place after a previous trial has ended in a mistrial or hung jury. The video discusses the potential timing and logistics of a retrial for Donald Trump's case, noting that it would likely be delayed due to the scheduling of other trials and the need to reassemble witnesses.

💡Jury selection

Jury selection is the process of choosing the individuals who will serve on a jury for a trial. The video mentions that the jury selection process for Trump's trial is progressing quickly, which is significant as it indicates the trial is moving forward at a rapid pace.

💡Trump Corporation

The Trump Corporation, also referred to as the Trump Organization in the video, is a conglomerate of businesses. It is mentioned in the context of having been convicted of 17 felonies for long-term systemic business fraud, which is one of the acts of misconduct that the prosecutors want to question Donald Trump about.

💡Charitable fraud

Charitable fraud involves the misuse or misdirection of funds intended for charitable purposes. In the video, it is discussed that Donald Trump agreed to dissolve the Trump charity to settle allegations of fraud, where funds meant for charity were instead diverted to his campaign.

💡Assault and defamation

Assault and defamation are legal terms referring to physical harm or threat of harm to a person (assault) and damaging someone's reputation through false statements (defamation). The video states that Donald Trump was found liable for these actions in a previous case, which is part of the misconduct the prosecution may introduce during the trial.

💡Mistrial

A mistrial is a legal term for a trial that has been rendered invalid due to a procedural error, misconduct, or other issues that prevent a fair trial. In the context of the video, a mistrial is a possible outcome if Donald Trump convinces at least one juror of his innocence through his testimony, potentially leading to a hung jury and the need for a retrial.

Highlights

Glenn Donald Trump is set for a challenging day in trial.

Prosecutors will have their first opportunity to expose Trump's misconduct to the jury.

The Sandoval hearing is a procedural step where the prosecution must disclose uncharged misconduct they may cross-examine the defendant about.

Donald Trump is charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records.

The jury may hear about 13 acts of uncharged misconduct if Trump decides to testify.

Previous legal cases have found Trump liable for assault and defamation, with millions in damages awarded.

Trump Organization was convicted of 17 felonies for systemic business fraud.

Illegal fundraisers were held for Trump, with funds diverted from charity to his campaign.

Trump agreed to dissolve his charity to settle fraud allegations.

The judge will decide which acts of misconduct are admissible in cross-examination.

If Trump does not testify, the scope of uncharged misconduct that can be introduced is much narrower.

There is speculation that Trump may not take the stand due to the risk of perjury.

The presentation of 13 instances of serious misconduct could heavily influence the jury's perception of Trump.

If the jury is hung, prosecutors can retry the case, often with a refined presentation.

A retrial would likely be scheduled months later due to judicial backlog and witness coordination.

The urgency of resolving the case is emphasized given Trump's potential run for presidency.

The jury selection process is proceeding quickly, and there may be some flexibility for a retrial.

The complexity of reassembling witnesses and the court's schedule make an immediate retrial unlikely.

The legal breakdown will provide comprehensive daily coverage of the Trump trial.

Transcripts

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you're watching the legal breakdown so

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Glenn Donald Trump is set for a really

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bad day in trial so we're going to talk

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about the first opportunity that

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prosecutors have to expose Trump's

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misconduct to the jury uh but first just

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a reminder to those watching right now

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that Glenn and I will be doing

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comprehensive daily coverage of the

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Trump trial so if you want to follow

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along please make sure to subscribe the

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links to our channels are on this screen

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they're also in the post description of

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this video okay Glenn talk about these

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acts of misconduct that the jury is

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going to hear about what is this process

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that we're going to be uh that we're

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going to be seeing carry out right now

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yes so they're going to hold what's

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called a sand Deval hearing what does

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that mean so every jurisdiction has its

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own name for these kind of hearings

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usually the name comes from the leading

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appell at court case and in in New York

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the defendant was named Sandoval when

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the appell at court decided a case that

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gave birth to this kind of a hearing so

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it is forever known as the sandal

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hearing what is it so when a defendant

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is trying to make the decision whether

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he wants to testify or decline to

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testify in his own criminal trial the

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prosecutors have to give the defense

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notice of all the acts of uncharged

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misconduct I'll talk more about that in

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a minute that's a bit of a mouthful all

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of the acts of uncharged misconduct that

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they might want to cross-examine the

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defendant with to give the jury

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information about the defendants

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credibility so what are acts of

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uncharged misconduct in this case Donald

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Trump is charged with 34 felony counts

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of falsifying business records to cover

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up the true nature of hush money

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payments to gain unfair advantage in a

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presidential election however Donald

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Trump has engaged in so much more

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misconduct even in recent years for

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which he's been held accountable in

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various courts and so under the New York

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state law if Donald Trump testifies this

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jury gets to hear that an earlier jury

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found him liable for assaulting and

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defaming defaming a couple of times over

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egene Carol and that he was ordered to

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pay millions and millions in Damages to

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EEG Carol and Brian I have the sand ofal

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notice here and there are 13 acts of

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misconduct by Donald Trump that the

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prosecutors want to introduce to the

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jury um when they are cross-examining

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Donald Trump there was when the the

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Trump Corporation really the Trump

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organiz ation but it was called the

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Trump Corporation was convicted of 17

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felonies for long-term systemic business

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fraud they want to cross-examine him

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about that they want to cross-examine

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him about how there were illegal

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fundraisers held for Donald Trump and

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the money was supposed to go to the

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Trump charity and instead it was

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diverted to his campaign they then want

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to ask him about the fact that Donald

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Trump stipulated to that is he agreed to

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dissolve the Trump charity as a way to

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sort of settle all of the fraud that had

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been involved there and and Brian it

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goes on and on and on 13 other acts of

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uncharged misconduct or Crimes by Donald

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Trump that the prosecutors want to

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cross-examine Donald Trump with in the

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event Donald Trump takes the stand in

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his own trial so this is an exercise

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where they go through all of these acts

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of misconduct the judge will decide with

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which ones are properly the subject of

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cross-examination and which ones for

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example might be too prejudicial for the

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prosecutors to bring up and then once

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that issue is decided then Donald Trump

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gets to make the decision okay I know

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that the jury is going to learn of 10

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acts of serious misconduct including

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lying under oath in another Court um

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that's going to factor into my decision

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as to whether I actually want to take

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the stand in my own defensive my

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criminal trial so to be clear if he opts

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not to take the stand uh in his own

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defense is it that prosecutors won't be

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able to introduce any of this uncharged

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misconduct they will only be able to

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introduce the uncharged misconduct that

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they litigated previously and that the

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judge ruled was appropriately admissible

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evidence but it will be a much narrower

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scope of uncharged misconduct then if

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Donald Trump ends up taking the stand

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and do you believe that this will have

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any impact on Trump's um willingness to

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actually take the stand or do you think

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he's already made that decision up

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anyway I don't think Donald Trump can

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take the stand for a New York minute

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without lying committing perjury and you

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know his lies are so transparent when he

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tells them uh I I don't think there's

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any chance he was going to take the

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stand even before getting this uh sand

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Deval notice which is devastating if the

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jurors are presented with 13 instances

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of serious misconduct by Donald Trump do

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you really think they're going to give

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him the benefit of the doubt when it

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comes time to judge his guilt of the 34

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falsifying business records crimes for

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which he's been indicted in this case

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Glenn is there any reason that Donald

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Trump might opt to actually take the

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stand and testify here or does he

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actually stand to benefit more from just

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sitting down and shutting up the entire

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time yeah you know Brian he has the

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right to remain silent I don't think

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Donald Trump has the ability to remain

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silent um but I think as a attorneys

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will recommend to him in the strongest

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possible terms that it's not going to

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inure to your advantage if you take the

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stand in this case now listen Donald

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Trump may be so full of himself that he

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thinks he can win over the jurors and

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remember he only has to win over one jur

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if he wins over one jur with his bluff

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and his Bluster and his Bull on the

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stand well then that could result in a

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hung hung jury and a mistrial the good

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news is if the jury hangs in other words

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if they can't decide the case

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unanimously either for guilt or not

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guilty AC quitt then the prosecutors can

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retry it and let me tell you I did a lot

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of retrials in my years ordinarily um

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prosecutors fine-tune their presentation

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of the evidence and the retrial goes a

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little bit better and often will result

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in a conviction even after the first

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case hung and we've spoken about the

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prospect of hung jury before but just

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for posterity here for those who are

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just watching this for the first time uh

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would would would a retrial happen

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immediately what would the timing of

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that look like a retrial would almost

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certainly be pushed off into the future

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at least a month two months three months

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because you know judges actually stack

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up their trials so I can promise you as

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soon as the Trump trial is over judge

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Muran probably has three other trials

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that are in the Chute and ready to go

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just waiting for the Trump trial to

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conclude it doesn't mean that in this

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case which is really unique right a

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former president of the United States

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who interfered in the 2016 election to

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get elected and he's running for

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presidency again I mean I think time is

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of the essence and the American people

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deserve to know if he ends up being the

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nominee for the Republican Party whether

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they're going to the polls and casting

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their vote for a convicted felon or for

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a fully innocent exonerated man so I

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think there's an off chance that judge

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Maran will say listen I'll give you a

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week or two but if the jury hangs we're

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going right back in to a retrial because

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we need to resolve this case well do you

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think the fact that also this jury

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selection process seems to be going whip

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fast and uh and also judge michan likely

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gave himself some padding I mean this is

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a major trial it's probably the biggest

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trial one of the biggest trials that's

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ever happened in American history

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chances are he didn't butt the butt this

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up right against you know his very next

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trial with only like a day or two to

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spare so I'm assuming he gave himself a

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little bit of cushion so in the event

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that there is a hung jury do you imagine

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that they would be able you know given

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how much how quickly the jury selection

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is happening and also some cushion that

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he may have given himself at the end

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that we could see an immediate retrial I

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would say a possibility but not a

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likelihood the other thing that we have

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to keep in mind is that anytime you're

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getting ready to go to trial you have to

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go out and subpoena all of the witnesses

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for the new trial date you have to you

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have to coordinate with their schedules

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I mean you know everybody's got their

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their lives to live and so you know it

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really is a Herculean task to get

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everybody back together to go right back

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into a retrial not impossible I just

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don't see it as all that likely all

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right well obviously everybody's doing

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everything they can to make sure the

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trial worked correctly the first time

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and and that's what we'll continue to

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follow along with so for those watching

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