Judge Juan Merchan has made it clear to Donald Trump that he has the absolute right to testify if he chooses to do so. This clarification was made at the beginning of court proceedings to address any confusion regarding the gag order in place.
Merchan emphasized that the order restricting extrajudicial statements does not prevent Trump from testifying in any way. He stated, 'It does not prohibit you from taking the stand and it does not limit or minimize what you can say.'
By providing this clarification, Judge Merchan aims to ensure that Trump understands his rights and options when it comes to testifying in court. This announcement sets the tone for the proceedings and establishes a clear understanding of the boundaries set by the gag order.
