Former President Donald Trump's defense lawyer during his second impeachment trial and attorney for Steve Bannon recently shared his perspective on the ongoing trial. He highlighted the importance of presenting a focused closing statement, as the judge has stressed the need for a focused approach. The lawyer emphasized that Trump's defense should emphasize that he did not intend any harm and that he did not defame the individual involved in the case.
However, he expressed concern about a key issue that could arise during the appeal process. The judge's ruling concerning the specific rape claim, which was not proven, could potentially be problematic. The lawyer argued that the judge's decision to bar Trump from arguing that he did not commit rape and therefore was not defaming the individual could be seen as a tough call. He raised the point that the jury had only been asked to consider the issue of sexual assault, not rape. This ruling, in his eyes, stands as a major issue in the case.
