I have a suggestion for Judge Merchan:

[PCIntern]

Nothing he doesn’t already know about, of course.

He should have the hearing concerning the gag order and the harassment and disrespect towards the jurors. He should require Orangina to sit in a side room with a TV monitor and closed circuit communications with his lawyers. Then and there he can do all the wild gesticulating, cursing, muttering, and explosive sharting he wants.

I have spoken!

[FBaggins]

1. One problem with that is that he isn't in custody

If he can attend the hearing remotely for a side room… he can attend remotely from another state.

[PCIntern]

3. His presence in the courthouse is required

The judge can stipulate which room. Orangina is a criminal defendant and the judge is well…the judge.

[Barry Markson]

7. Not only is he not in custody, he's not under arrest and out on bail.

Locking an innocent until proven defendant in a holding cell will only add to whatever appeals the lawyers make in case of a conviction as prejudicial.
And no judge wants to be overturned.

[COL Mustard]

20. Especially on the biggest case of the

Judge's career.

[Iggo]

35. He's not? Are you sure?

What I mean is, he turned himself in in New York for something. I thought it was this.

[riversedge]

40. Trump released on bond [$200,000] after arrest and mug shot in Georgia

I do not know if this answers your comment.


Trump released on bond [$200,000] after arrest and mug shot in Georgia

https://f24.my/9jpi.X via @FRANCE24

Link to tweet

[Iggo]

47. That's Georgia. I'm talking about New York.

He was ordered to turn himself in, at which time he was booked, charged with crimes, and released pending trial. There must have been terms for his release, just like every other criminal defendant. Bail is one way. OR (Own Recognizance) is another, and that one basically amounts to zero dollar bail. That’s what I was getting at. He’s still on some kind of leash. He’s not a 100% free man right now.

[tinrobot]

43. He surrendered and was arraigned on April 4, 2023

Just because there were no handcuffs or mug shot means nothing. By surrendering, he's voluntarily placed himself under control of the New York court until the trial is over. No arrest needed.

So far, the court has been very lenient, but that can change.

[FarPoint]

53. I disagree on that concept...

He is out on bail....He can be locked up for contempt, violation of gag order etc...Judge is in charge...

He was indicted over a year ago or so...

&ab_channel=PBSNewsHour

[FarPoint]

54. He is another news clip

discussion arrest....

&ab_channel=InsideEdition

[speak easy]

10. There are holding cells in the basement of the Courthouse.

[Wonder Why]

2. As an alternative, put a one-way glass (so nobody can see his gestures) between him and the courtroom

multi-pane to prevent the noise from the room being heard.

Of course, in either case, he place where he'd be would have signs on the door for security personnel:

WARNING: Wear full chemical suit including breathing apparatus before entering this room.

[Hugin]

6. Complete with an OSHA approved Confined Space warning sign...

Allowing for entry only with a permit and as you said, a properly fitted MOPP Level IV hazmat suit with a rebreather or air bottle.

[mopinko]

4. i honestly think he HAS TO order a psyche eval.

he knows full well tsf is batching crazy. ANY other defendant who acted this way wd get 1 in the name of justice and due process. u cannot try a person not in their right mind.
he is not in his right mind. just because we’re used to it doesnt change that.

[brooklynite]

13. Nope

A defendant is assumed to be responsible for his/her behavior absent the attorneys claiming mental state as a defense.

[LiberalFighter]

44. Doubt defense would want TSF mental state challenged.

That would add that as another negative running to be president.

[onenote]

23. So you want him ruled incompetent to stand trial? How does that help things.

[LiberalFighter]

45. It sure won't help TSF campaign for president.

[onenote]

48. It almost certainly won't happen either.

[riversedge]

41. I am thinking at this point the Judge just thinks Trump is a spoiled, selfish brat. IMHO

[Raven]

5. I agree but I think the Judge should give one more, very clear, warning to

TSF and tell him that he will be placed in a holding cell like every other defendant who breaks the rules. I'll bet that the Judge is working with court personnel this weekend to secure closed circuit TV and a phone line for this purpose. No need to make elaborate arrangements for this crook, every court that I know of has at least one holding cell near the courtroom.

[JT45242]

8. Escalating fines and then revoked bail

This round is $1000 per tweet, retweet, statement etc.

Next round $5k per

Third round $10 k per

Fourth round is revoke bail and go to jail during trial.

I could even see going to $25k per before revoke.

[drray23]

12. It will do absolutely nothing.

Trump does not care about fines, especially small ones. He has his idiot donors paying for it.

[JT45242]

17. My guess is they have to escalate or the SCOTUS six will stay the trial

While he appeals revocation.

[onenote]

25. The maximum penalty for violating the gag order is $1000 per violation, 30 days in jail, or both

So the monetary penalty cannot escalate the way you propose.

[Hermit-The-Prog]

42. Any chance of getting "dunked in a septic tank" added to that?

[brooklynite]

11. Why?

The Hearing won't be televised and it won't be in front of the Jury. The only person who will care about how he behaves is the Judge, who can act immediately.

[Joinfortmill]

14. He should sit there for the entire trial.

And he just may.

[MiHale]

15. Sorry to disagree...

He and his antics should be in full view of the jury and the public. The repubs have been protecting him for too long…why should the court do it now? Let the world see exactly what he’s about, how he handles stress, how he acts when facing bad news. If it’s shown he can’t handle himself to defend his own actions how is he qualified for the presidency?
We have the option of not watching or reading about it the jury doesn’t they should see and hear the full trump.

[birdographer]

29. 👆👆👆👆

This. Keep him in full view (and odor). Harder to post on his phone that way, as well.

[wnylib]

46. Wish there was some way to capture and transmit the odor

the way that sound and video can be transmitted.

[greymattermom]

33. I agree

We already know he sleeps and farts a lot. We'll know more.

[OldBaldy1701E]

34. Yeah, I have to agree with this.

Let the orange gibbon be the one to devolve the trial into chaos. Maybe then we might take the threat he and his backers represent with a little more seriousness. It seems like there has been a drop in the vitriol that his presence in this country represents and it does none of us any good to allow that to happen. I sincerely hope that he finally does push the judge to put his ass in a holding cell. Then, as suggested above, they can control his ass by sticking him in a room where he can run around hooting all he wants. It is this level of precaution that is what is needed. Hell, this is where the dialogue about his presence in the courtroom should start!

[bluestarone]

16. My question is, I'm sure HE cannot see the jurors, BUT

Can they see and witness HIS behavior?

[RainCaster]

18. Jury instructions are delivered by the judge

He is free to comment on the defendants lack of respect for the jury if he chooses. Then the jury is welcome to consider that in their deliberations. Since they will already be considering how TSF ignores all laws as being for "the little people" they will have the chance to pile on because of that.

[former9thward]

24. Nothing you have posted is accurate.

No, the judge can't make comments about the defendant's conduct towards the jury. He would be overturned on appeal. The jury can't consider that in deliberations. The conviction would be thrown out. Your law school should give your money back.

[Baitball Blogger]

19. Not a good idea if it will be a split screen.

He'll just play it up for his fan base.

[keopeli]

21. I think it would be better if it were a daily warning in front of the jury. First time he does it, off to the side room

without his lawyer or phone - just two sheriffs and a teevee. No talking. Monitored on video showing in the courtroom. He returns at the end of the day to dismiss the jury and stand for them. Then, the next day, reset.

[onenote]

49. I thought folks want him treated like other defendants.

Can you point to a recent precedent involving someone on trial for a non-violent crime being kept away from his lawyer? From what i've been able to observe, Judge Merchan is a pretty smart judge and not likely to make that kind of mistake.

[keopeli]

55. Oh, I'm just imagining scenarios. I'm no lawyer. Just having a bit of fun. I don't want anyone to take me seriously.

Sorry if I caused any confusion.

[keopeli]

22. I want the jury to see his petulant behavior and reprimand/punishment each day, and see him in the room sitting/sleeping

[Bobstandard]

26. He should have to sit there and suffer

He should have to sit there and suffer from the cold, the humiliation, and the powerlessness. His lack of dignity, self control and stamina will be on full display. I hope the judge gives him the “ sit down and shut up” treatment repeatedly. If he has to punish Trump, have him do a couple hours in a holding cell while the court takes a break. That would be delicious.

[Martin Eden]

27. I'd rather see him get the Bobby Seale treatment

Just because.

[onenote]

50. So now Democrats on a progressive site are expressing admiration for Julius Hoffman's behavior.

Wow. Just wow.

[Martin Eden]

52. Wow. Just wow. Apparently I forgot something.

[BittyJenkins]

28. I was thinking the same thing. In

Church when I was little they called it The Baby Room. 🍼😭

[Old Crank]

30. With his actions

he may be hurting himself with the jury. They may see him as a petulent entitled brat.

[kozar]

31. Uhmmm

As much as I hate the former guy, let's slow down.
PC you, are a Dr.. We are Dems, a MAGA,lit himself on fire.

I adopted a cat.

PC, your job is on the line, when you make posts, like this.
Please slow down.
Hate,only, kills.

Koz

[PCIntern]

36. Sorry. I'm not a Quaker,

although I went to Quaker school.

I’m like Barbara Bush: I’m a skilled Hater.

[pagarr1957]

32. Make sure that the side room is small...

...so it will fill up with his farts and hopefully gas him to death.

[D23MIURG23]

37. Whatever he does, it needs to go beyond fining him.

A $3000 fine is not going to affect Trump's behavior.

Your suggestion is probably the best option for actually keeping the Jury insulated from his bullshit. Jailing him might also be worth a shot.

[EndlessWire]

38. The purpose of the sanctions

in this instance is to keep him from outing the jury and exposing them to potential injury. Who cares what he does in front of the judge. The judge will remove him at the point the trial stops because of him.

Do you remember the case where the man mowed down multiple victims with his car during a parade? He was a "Sovereign Citizen" and was acting as his own attorney. The judge was a lady who handled his many outbursts with banishment to a room where he could hear the proceedings, but she could cut off his mike when necessary. Sounds like the reporter room in this instance.

I think that Trump can't go to lock up without a full hearing, but he could be removed to the reporter room. Or whatever that room is called. Or whatever room there is available like that.

I think we're looking at fines and a threat of action. Also, if Trump continues to fart, maybe the judge can order him to see a doctor on Wednesday. Just a thought. It isn't fair to the jury to have to suffer through frequent farting.

What a world.

[PCIntern]

39. Agreed...but it's not simply farting

We know that he is fecally incontinent. The crew from The Apprentice spoke of it in grotesque detail, defying their NDA’s.

This in my opinion is a major reason why he’s so upset that he cannot leave when he wishes. He’s in trouble down there.

[onenote]

51. We're nowhere near Darrell Brooks territory yet.

Judge Merchan is a careful judge. The Darrell Brooks precedent you cite -- he was the guy that drove through a holiday parade in Waukesha, WI, involved a defendant who was representing himself, would loudly speak over the judge and prosecutors and even refused to admit to his name. Trump hasn't done anything like that...yet.