"Trump's Frustration Over Barron's Graduation Takes Center Stage in Trial"

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Source: The Independent
"Trump's Frustration Over Barron's Graduation Takes Center Stage in Trial"
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Former President Donald Trump falsely claimed that Judge Juan Merchan prohibited him from attending his son Barron's high school graduation due to his criminal trial, despite the judge not making a firm ruling on the matter. Trump and his allies, including his sons and political figures, made false remarks about the judge's decision, inciting right-wing outrage. Judge Merchan has only ruled that Trump cannot miss the trial for his immunity appeal, warning that doing so could result in jail time. Trump has a history of using legal rulings to garner sympathy and donations from his supporters.

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