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Donald Trump's lawyer says, "President Trump" is present.
Judge Upadhyaya says, "Good afternoon, Mr. Trump."
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Judge Upadhyaya informed Trump that if he violates the conditions of his release, an arrest warrant can be issued for him and he could be detained (a normal part of arraignments) #AssWaffle
Magistrate judge sets Aug. 28, 2023 as the first hearing date for Trump before US district court judge Tanya Chutkan (the latest of the three options given) #AssWaffle
Trump lawyer John Lauro says they will ask for the exclusion of the Speedy Trial Act in the Trump 2020 election interference case. Judge orders brief in 5 days, with DOJ response within 5 days after that #AssWaffle
Harry Litman
Very significant that Judge Chutkan already has decided, and told the magistrate to tell the parties, that she will set trial date next hearing. More frequently the judge will have a first hearing and then set schedule no earlier than second hearing, She’s focused on schedule
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