Trump’s (Georgia) Trial Will Be Televised

In a surprising turn of events, the judge presiding over the high-profile 2020 election interference racketeering case involving former President Donald Trump and 18 co-defendants has given the green light to livestream and televise all proceedings in his courtroom. This unexpected decision, however, comes with a caveat — it doesn’t extend to any segments of the case that may be transferred to federal court. Superior Court of Fulton County Judge Scott McAfee, who was assigned to this complex case, made the announcement during a recent court hearing. Judge McAfee proclaimed his intention to make all hearings and potential trials accessible for broadcast via the Fulton County Court’s YouTube channel. Additionally, he granted permission for broadcast news outlets to deploy “pool” cameras, where multiple media organizations pool their resources and share camera access within the courtroom. In a twist, neither defense attorneys nor prosecutors raised any objections to the media’s request for camera coverage during the Thursday hearing. This unexpected harmony could signal a newfound openness in this contentious legal battle. Furthermore, Judge McAfee’s ruling allows members of the media to utilize their cell phones and electronic devices within the courtroom, albeit strictly for non-recording purposes like note-taking. This small yet significant allowance enhances transparency during the proceedings. It’s important to note that Judge McAfee’s decision pertains exclusively to the Fulton County state case. Several defendants involved in Georgia’s sprawling state racketeering case, including former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows and former Justice Department official Jeffrey Clark, have expressed their desire to have their cases moved to federal court. In the federal jurisdiction, cameras, computers, and smartphones are not permitted within the courtroom. <a href="https://owenthewriter.medium.com/trumps-georgia-trial-will-be-televised-215b05565146">Read More</a>