After a magistrate removed his right to speak in public about the affair, the former American head of state, Donald Trump, regains his freedom of speech. Magistrate Juan Merchan initially imposed strict limits on the billionaire during his trial in New York, where he was found guilty in late May.
Indeed, the Republican did not have the right to comment on prosecution witnesses and jurors outside the courtroom, under penalty of fines. This decision could add a captivating dimension to the presidential debate which will pit Donald Trump against Joe Biden this Thursday, as the November 2024 presidential election approaches.
It should be noted that Donald Trump has only partially regained his freedom of speech: restrictions remain in force to protect the identity and addresses of the jurors who found him guilty as well as the judicial staff and the families of the prosecutors. and the magistrate.
As for Judge Merchan and the New York State Attorney, they are not covered by anonymity. By the way, Donald Trump insulted them and they were even threatened anonymously.
These last limits will be lifted following the announcement of the sentence, scheduled for July 11. On this occasion, Donald Trump could receive a stiff prison sentence.
