[Thane_Banquo]

If Zimmerman is unlikely convicted, this is immediate grounds for a mistrial. This judge is completely wacko and does not rule on the law.

Almost certainly, she's getting her marching orders from above, probably all the way from the WH, backed up by threats and intimidation. That's probably why she left so abruptly last night. Had to confer with Holder about what she was and wasn't allowed to do.

[presently no screen name]

I agree. She couldn’t call him too late - she sure vacated her seat quickly.