The criminal trial against former President Donald Trump resumed on Tuesday in Manhattan with a contempt hearing and testimony scheduled. New York Supreme Court Judge Juan Merchan is presiding over the hearing to determine whether Trump violated a gag order limiting his social media postings. The jury will also hear additional testimony from David Pecker, the former publisher of the National Inquirer.
Trump is accused of violating a contempt order by posting comments about the case on social media. The judge has the power to impose sanctions on Trump, including fines or even jail time.
The jury will also hear testimony from David Pecker, the former publisher of the National Inquirer. Pecker has previously testified that Trump paid hush money to women who claimed to have had affairs with him. The testimony is expected to focus on Trump’s involvement in the payments and whether he violated campaign finance laws.
The trial is expected to last several weeks. If Trump is convicted of contempt, he could face additional charges and penalties.
