Police, protestors, media and ... roosters?
The scene outside the Miami courthouse where former US President Donald Trump is set to be arraigned today looked more like a barnyard than municipal property as a large number of the birds flocked to the scene.
Numerous reporters took to Twitter to share pictures and videos of the not-so-docile animals. Footage even showed broadcasters struggling to get their reports done as roosters could be heard crowing in the background.
"The Miami federal court roosters are here to keep things in check," tweeted CNN Senior Justice Correspondent Evan Pérez.
Police tape cordoning off the scene is visible in the picture Pérez shared — a part of the extensive security measures put in place for Trump ahead of the arraignment.
Twitter user @Mada7ina posted an image of the birds leading their young to feast on seeds scattered about the ground.
The roosters have become a bit of a viral entertainment for the media present at the courthouse, who aren't allowed to bring their cellphones or cameras into the building once Trump arrives.
Chief United States District Judge Cecilia M. Altonaga issued an order on Monday barring the devices in order "to protect the Bench, Bar and public from harm," an official court document states.
Anyone who violates it will be subject to 30 days in jail, a $5,000 fine or punishment for contempt of court.
Other Twitter users expressed their shock at the presence of the birds.
@lulubobcat1 tweeted: "Why in the Sam hell are there roosters outside the courthouse in Miami? JFC Florida."
"Yep. Wasn’t my imagination. Roosters at Miami courthouse. Go figure," wrote the Epoch Times' Janice Hisle.
Roosters weren't the only critters making a visit to the courthouse. Pictures shared by Spectrum News DC correspondent Corina Cappabianca show a cat that wandered over to the federal building, too.
The fowl (and cat) continue to wander around planting beds and sidewalks as the media wait for Trump to arrive.
