The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office said Wednesday it would oppose former President Donald Trump’s request to lift a gag order that prevented him from commenting on jurors, witnesses and court staff during his hush money trial.
The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office said Wednesday it would oppose former President Donald Trump’s request to lift a gag order that prevented him from commenting on jurors, witnesses and court staff during his hush money trial.
Assistant District Attorney Matthew Colangelo said the gag order was designed to protect the integrity of the entire proceedings, not just the trial itself.
“These interests have not abated, and the court has an obligation to protect the integrity of these proceedings and the fair administration of justice at least through the sentencing hearing and the resolution of any post-trial motions,” Mr. Colangelo said in a letter addressed to state Supreme Court Judge Juan Merchan.
