Judge Juan Merchan is currently examining social media posts as part of a review process, seeking to identify any potential biases. The focus of the scrutiny is a Facebook post dating back to 2020, where a prospective juror is seen participating in a car-based celebration, described as 'spreading the honking cheer.' Notably, the post does not explicitly mention former President Donald Trump, prompting Judge Merchan to question the relevance of the content.
During the review, the judge expressed uncertainty regarding the perceived bias in the post. He sought clarification on how the juror's actions, as depicted in the Facebook post, could cast doubt on their impartiality. Specifically, the post coincides with either the election date or the day when President Joe Biden was declared the winner, adding a layer of complexity to the assessment.
