Meet the 12 Jurors in Donald Trump's Hush Money Trial
In the upcoming trial concerning former President Donald J. Trump‘s alleged involvement in hush money payments, US prosecutors and defense attorneys have handpicked twelve New Yorkers after a rigorous three-day selection process to serve as jurors. Their identities will remain confidential throughout the proceedings, as ordered by the judge.
Chosen from a large pool of potential jurors, the final twelve were selected amidst challenges from both the prosecution and defense teams. The focus of the trial revolves around a $130,000 payment made by Trump's ex-lawyer, Michael Cohen, to Stormy Daniels in 2016.
Here's a glimpse of the jurors based on their statements made in court, as reported by the New York Times:
Juror 1, a resident of West Harlem, works in sales and enjoys outdoor activities. They gather their news from a mix of sources, including The New York Times, Fox News, and MSNBC. While aware of Trump's legal issues, they maintain a neutral stance towards the former president.
Juror 2, residing in Hell’s Kitchen and working in finance, is an avid fan of hiking and music. They follow Michael Cohen on social media and keep tabs on figures like Kellyanne Conway. Their views on Trump are mixed.
Juror 3, a Chelsea resident working in the legal field, isn't deeply entrenched in current affairs but occasionally reads The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. They possess limited knowledge about Trump's other legal entanglements.
Juror 4, an engineer from the Upper West Side, remains indifferent towards Trump, displaying no strong opinions during jury selection.
Juror 5, based in Harlem and working in education, avoids political discussions and isn't particularly engaged with the news. They appreciate Trump's outspokenness but harbor no firm stance on his actions.
Juror 6, residing in Chelsea and employed in technology, consumes news from various digital platforms. They acknowledge differing beliefs from Trump but recognize the freedom to hold them.
Juror 7, living on the Upper East Side and working in law, is familiar with Trump's legal battles but remains neutral on his character. Their views on Trump's presidency are a mix of agreement and disagreement.
Juror 8, from the Upper East Side with a background in finance, stays updated through mainstream outlets like The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. Their interests include outdoor activities and yoga, and they assured impartiality during jury selection.
Juror 9, a businessman in Murray Hill, isn't deeply immersed in news consumption but occasionally reads The New York Times. Their hobbies include listening to podcasts on behavioral psychology, and they hold no strong opinions regarding Trump.
Juror 10, a product manager residing in Upper Manhattan, lacks strong feelings towards Trump but isn't fond of his public image. They humorously compare their feelings towards Trump to handling difficult coworkers.
Juror 12, working in healthcare and residing on the Upper East Side, engages in activities like live music and hiking. They are aware of Trump's prominence but maintain a neutral stance on his presidency.
These twelve individuals, with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, will play a crucial role in determining the outcome of Trump's hush money trial.
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