As Donald Trump leaves the courtroom after Day 2 of his criminal hush money trial, he continues to disparage Judge Merchan despite the pending gag order, and he attempts more political spin by calling his trial a 'Biden inspired witch hunt.'

Day 2 of Trump's criminal trial concludes with seven jurors being selected. It might be possible that jury selection is finished this week. reuters.com/world/us/trump…

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Today in court, Trump was admonished by the judge for audibly speaking at a juror who was being questioned. While Merchan has not ruled yet on enforcing his gag order, he has a hearing set on the issue on the 23rd.

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Read my latest, which covers the major events of day one of Trump's criminal trial, including the 42 questions all potential jurors are asked and the rules Merchan has put in place so far.

Oh, and Trump allegedly fell asleep in court. #SleepyDonald

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Trump was audibly gesturing and speaking at a potential juror who was being questioned in court today. Judge Merchan to Trump lawyers: “Your client was audibly uttering. I will not have any jurors intimidated in the courtroom.'

This needs to be the last warning.

Thank you, President Biden!

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