They will make sure that no Trump voters are seated on the jury.
No matter how weak the case is, they should manage to get a conviction on at least one felony count, which is what they need: the Democrats will keep blasting that Trump is a convicted felon from then until election day.
True, the conviction would likely be dismissed on appeal, but it could take a while before that ruling comes down.
Will they try the nuclear option if they get a guilty verdict--order Trump to prison? That will depend on what the White House tells them.
That will depend on what the White House tells them. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Tis case will never fonosh trial before the election.
There will be an interlocutory appeal to SCOTUS, based on extrordinary writ, likely Pet Cert with MANDAMUS IN AID.
The bogus judge has violated so many of Trumps due process and Civil Rights, so has the prosecution.
Watch what happens to Cohen.
If it goes to the jury, all Trump needs one hold out.