Trump's ongoing feud with Manhattan judge jeopardizes case.

Former President Donald Trump risks facing legal charges under New York law if he continues to make statements about the judge presiding over his criminal case. Trump has referred to Judge Juan Merchan as “Trump Hating” and suggested that Merchan was “handpicked” by District Attorney Alvin Bragg. The judge could issue a gag order to prevent Trump or his attorneys from speaking publicly about the case. Even if the judge opts not to impose a gag order, Trump risks violating other laws if he continues to make statements about the case.