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Donald Trump’s legal woes continue to mount as he faces a contempt hearing in the hush-money case. His niece, clinical psychologist Mary Trump, says the prosecutors’ emphasis on his ‘extrajudicial statements’ and requests for sanctions, including fines and potential imprisonment, could be seen as a ‘loss of control’ and a threat to the proceedings’ integrity. She also believes that Trump could see jail time as an opportunity to play the victim and rally his supporters.

Todd Blanche, the attorney representing Donald Trump, has drawn criticism for his performance during Tuesday’s contempt hearing, with experts questioning whether he can emerge from the case without damaging his reputation. Blanche has been accused of crossing ethical boundaries in defending Trump, who is accused of falsifying business records to cover up a sex scandal ahead of the 2016 election. Despite these concerns, Blanche appears to be fulfilling his client’s wishes, as there is no evidence that his work has been unethical. However, legal experts argue that Blanche could have done more to present a plan to the judge that would have given Trump some wiggle room. Blanche’s failure to do so has left him vulnerable to criticism, with some speculating that Trump may be seeking to represent himself due to his dissatisfaction with his attorney’s performance.

On the second day of Trump’s trial, Judge Juan Merchan held a contempt hearing, reprimanding Trump’s attorney, Todd Blanche, for repeated violations of gag orders. Trump has repeatedly attacked witnesses and the jury, despite explicit instructions to refrain from doing so. Blanche’s lame defense that Trump was simply reposting others’ comments was dismissed by the judge. Prosecutors are seeking a $1,000 fine for each of the 10 violations, while former judges suggest a suspended prison sentence.

The criminal trial against former U.S. President Donald Trump resumed on Tuesday in Manhattan, with a contempt hearing and further testimony scheduled. New York Supreme Court Judge Juan Merchan is presiding over the hearing to determine whether Trump violated a gag order restricting his social media posts. The jury will also hear additional testimony from David Pecker, the former publisher of the National Inquirer.

On the eve of a contempt hearing regarding his alleged violation of a gag order, former President Trump has once again spoken out about the jurors in his criminal trial, calling them ‘95% Democrats’ and lamenting that he is facing an ‘unfair situation.’ This latest outburst follows previous comments made by Trump questioning the impartiality of Judge Juan Merchan and attacking potential witnesses. Legal analysts believe Trump’s actions are intended to provoke the judge, who is expected to decide whether or not Trump has violated the gag order. The former president’s remarks have also raised concerns about the integrity of the trial and the potential for further interference from Trump.

Former President Donald Trump has once again violated a court order barring him from making derogatory statements about those involved in his criminal trial. Trump’s latest violation includes comments he made to reporters outside the courtroom on Monday, where he criticized the judge, prosecutors, and potential witnesses. A contempt hearing is scheduled for Tuesday to address these violations.