Federal Prosecutors Seek Gag Order on Trump Amid Elections Case

Federal prosecutors are pushing for a limited gag order on former President Donald Trump, citing his incendiary and intimidating statements in the case charging him with scheming to overturn the 2020 election results. Trump's lawyers have objected to the request, and a hearing has been set for October 16. Prosecutors argue that Trump's attacks have continued, including critical comments about witnesses and a social media post suggesting treason by the retiring chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. They also mentioned an incident where Trump admired a handgun at a gun store. The trial is currently scheduled for March 4, 2024.