Listening to jury selection hearing for Whitmer trial. A good mix of citizens who don't follow the news/politics and those with strong views (for/against) on Gov. Whitmer.
Unlike January 6, national news coverage of this case basically disappeared after FBI involvement exposed.
Unlike January 6, national news coverage of this case basically disappeared after FBI involvement exposed.
"I only look at the weather." Very typical Midwestern response, lol. "It's bi-polar."
FIVE people with no cable--love this. Lawyer is shocked. Working class area, 2nd person with 6 children.
Doesn't seem like there will be a problem seating a jury.
FIVE people with no cable--love this. Lawyer is shocked. Working class area, 2nd person with 6 children.
Doesn't seem like there will be a problem seating a jury.
There is some consistent coverage in Detroit News but coverage of this case otherwise has been sparse. Unless the jurors read BuzzFeed or Revolver or AmGreatness, it's unlikely they've read a lot about what's unfolded especially related to FBI deep involvement.
Prosecutor now asking about views on law enforcement and any ties to law enforcement officials.
One woman has a cousin in the FBI. Prosecutor says there will be FBI witnesses--this is same woman who said she has a "strong opinion" about the case already, can't be objective.
One woman has a cousin in the FBI. Prosecutor says there will be FBI witnesses--this is same woman who said she has a "strong opinion" about the case already, can't be objective.
Asks how many have firearms at home. Most people raise their hands.
Break time.
Break time.
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