Trump's Hush Money Trial Progresses with Jury Selection

The hush money trial involving former president Donald Trump is currently ongoing, with six jurors selected out of the 12 needed for the panel. This trial marks a significant moment as it is the first criminal trial for a former US president and the first of Trump's four indictments to reach this stage. Trump faces 34 felony charges related to falsifying business records, specifically concerning payments made to Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal, who alleged past extramarital encounters with him. Additionally, a Trump Tower doorman has raised claims about a potential illegitimate child of Trump, which he denies.

The selection process for jurors involved screening around 100 potential candidates, focusing on their views towards Trump and social media activity. Some were dismissed due to impartiality concerns, scheduling conflicts, or health issues. The trial still requires more jurors, with a second group yet to be questioned. Trump's lawyer highlighted discrepancies in some jurors' social media posts, leading to further scrutiny during questioning.

During the questioning phase, some potential jurors hesitated to share their opinions on Trump. One individual humorously mentioned being a Democrat and reluctant to discuss personal views in the courtroom. Another, a criminal prosecutor, admitted to having positive views about Trump. The trial continues to unfold as the jury selection process progresses.