Dave Aronberg, a Palm Beach County, Florida, state attorney, told Newsweek if the judge were to implement a gag order against Trump, it would likely take place during Tuesday's arraignment.Īsked about the possibility of a gag order against Trump, a spokesperson for New York state's Supreme Court told Newsweek the indictment was a pending criminal matter and therefore the person did not wish to comment "on wild speculation and unsubstantiated claims."įormer President Donald Trump, seen on January 19, 2018, could be the subject of a gag order in the Manhattan hush money case that may go to trial following his indictment last week. Trump, who often takes to social media such as Truth Social, his own platform, to air his grievances, could be barred from doing so if a judge issues a gag order. He is expected to enter a not guilty plea at his arraignment, which is scheduled for 2:15 p.m. Trump denies any wrongdoing in the case, including Daniel's claim that they had an affair. history to face criminal charges after a Manhattan grand jury voted last week to indict him in connection with an alleged payment made to silence former adult film star Stormy Daniels before the 2016 election.
Trump became the first former or current president in U.S. Legal experts are speculating that a judge-issued gag order barring Donald Trump from discussing his trial in the Manhattan hush money case or verbally attacking prosecutors could land the former president in jail before the trial begins. The gag order also could restrict Trump's defense team from having flexibility in arguing his case in court.Violating the order could land Trump in jail for contempt of court.Legal experts are speculating that a gag order against Donald Trump could be issued, which could limit his ability to discuss the Manhattan hush money case or verbally attack prosecutors.
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