The Megyn Kelly Show Rittenhouse Jury Deliberates and Media's Disastrous Coverage, with Gov. Chris Christie, Robert Barnes, Andrew Branca, and Richard Baris | Ep. 205
Nov 17, 2021
Joining the conversation are Chris Christie, former New Jersey Governor and political strategist, Robert Barnes, Rittenhouse's ex-civil attorney, Andrew Branca, self-defense legal expert, and Richard Baris, polling director. They delve into the Rittenhouse trial's jury deliberations and implications of media misrepresentation. Discussions include the prospect of a mistrial, jury dynamics influenced by public opinion, and the Republican Party's communication challenges amidst a shifting political landscape. Legal insights and polling predictions round out an engaging dialogue on justice and politics.
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Managing Protests Near Courthouse
- The defense could have requested the judge to move protesters further from the courthouse.
- Protests close to the courthouse can influence the jury and infringe on the defendant's right to a fair trial.
Motions for Mistrial
- The defense filed motions for a mistrial due to the prosecution withholding evidence and making improper comments.
- The judge has the option to declare a mistrial with or without prejudice, impacting the possibility of a retrial.
High-Resolution Video Controversy
- The prosecution's use of a higher-resolution video than provided to the defense is a serious issue.
- This misstep, combined with other prosecutorial misconduct, could justify a mistrial with prejudice.
