Donald Trump could potentially face more sanctions for violating a gag order in his hush money trial as witness testimony resumes on Thursday. Judge Juan M. Merchan is set to hold a hearing regarding four new online posts that prosecutors claim breach the court's mandate prohibiting the former president from publicly discussing jurors or key witnesses in the case. Earlier this week, Merchan found Trump in contempt of court, imposing a $9,000 fine for nine previous online posts and warning of potential jail time for further violations.
The trial, now in its 10th day, has been focusing on witness testimony, with Keith Davidson expected to return to the stand after detailing his involvement in negotiating hush money deals with the National Enquirer and Michael Cohen on behalf of Karen McDougal and Stormy Daniels. Prosecutors allege that Trump engaged in a scheme to influence the 2016 election by purchasing and concealing damaging stories.
