Consider This from NPR Trump's Trials: Should the Jan 6 trial be televised?
Dec 9, 2023
Carrie Johnson, NPR's justice correspondent, dives into the legal battlegrounds surrounding former President Trump's trials. She discusses the possibility of broadcasting the January 6 trial and its influence on public perception and Trump's campaign. The conversation highlights how such visibility could benefit or hinder Trump, along with unique legal strategies from both prosecution and defense. Johnson also touches on the recent indictments of pro-Trump electors in key states, adding layers to the ongoing political drama.
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Televising the Trial
- Trump's team and some media outlets want the January 6th trial televised.
- This is unprecedented in federal court and faces opposition due to concerns about witness safety and potential spectacle.
Trump's Political Calculus
- Trump sees the televised trial as a political opportunity, much like his reality TV background.
- This strategy could help him with his base during primaries but might alienate general election voters.
Trump's 3D Strategy
- Trump's legal team aims to delay the trial while simultaneously pushing for its televising.
- This seemingly contradictory approach reflects Trump's strategy of "dismiss, delay, distract."