Smith’s lawyers have asked a federal judge for an order barring President Donald Trump from making “partisan political attacks” during Smith’s criminal trial. The order would prevent Trump from tweeting or speaking out about the case before or during the trial. The lawyers argued that if the president were to comment on the case while it is ongoing, it would have a “chilling effect” on the proceedings and could influence the decisions of jurors. The judge has yet to rule on the request.
Jack Smith asks judge to block Trump from making ‘partisan political attacks’ during trial
