Special counsel Jack Smith expressed concern on Tuesday about former President Donald Trump’s continuous attacks on prosecutors and judges, stating that these attacks could potentially influence jurors in his 2020 election interference case. In court documents filed by Smith’s team, it is stated that Trump’s frequent extrajudicial statements on social media pose a threat to prejudice the jury pool. Trump, who was indicted by a federal grand jury for attempting to remain in office, has consistently criticized Smith as “deranged” and accused U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan, the assigned judge in the case, of being “highly partisan” and “unfair.”
Last month, Judge Chutkan warned Trump and his attorneys against making any inflammatory comments regarding the prosecution, emphasizing the need for a speedy trial. She advised Trump’s lawyer to exercise caution in their public statements about the case and assured that she would take necessary measures to protect the integrity of the proceedings.
However, Trump has continued his attacks. Most recently, he took to his Truth Social platform to launch another attack on the special counsel, calling it “unchecked and insane aggression” against him.
Despite the ongoing criticism, Judge Chutkan recently set a trial date for March 4, 2024, emphasizing the public’s right to a swift case. Trump’s legal team had argued for a lengthy delay in the prosecution, extending beyond any potential bids for office or re-election.
The judge clarified that setting a trial date should not be influenced by the defendant’s personal or professional obligations.
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