Former President Donald Trump voiced frustration as supporters face limitations near the Manhattan courthouse during his ongoing trial, as reported by Newsmax on Monday, May 13, 2024.
Trump criticized Judge Juan Merchan for what he deemed unfair restrictions on his supporters, preventing them from demonstrating their support closely.
He highlighted the significant turnout at a recent rally in Wildwood, New Jersey, and shared poll results showing him leading President Joe Biden in key swing states.
Expressing his desire to campaign instead of being in court, Trump accused the prosecution of being politically motivated, dubbing it a “Biden prosecution” and alleging election interference.
The charges against Trump stem from allegations related to hush-money payments made to adult film actor Stormy Daniels.
The restrictions on Trump’s supporters have raised concerns about free speech and assembly rights, although a courthouse spokesperson emphasized these measures are standard for high-profile cases to ensure safety.
