Manhattan DA Faces Threats, Seeks Extended Trump Gag Order
TL;DR
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has faced a wave of threats following Donald Trump's conviction on 34 felony counts related to a hush money scheme. The DA's office argues for maintaining a gag order to protect prosecutors, jurors, and their families from Trump's inflammatory public attacks, citing numerous threats and violent rhetoric. The DA's filing emphasizes the need to safeguard the integrity of the criminal justice process and the safety of those involved.
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- Manhattan prosecutors say Trump gag order should stay in place to protect jurors and prosecutors CNN
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