Former President Trump's ongoing New York criminal trial has garnered attention as several of his potential 2024 running mates are expected to be in attendance. Among those present at Tuesday's proceedings are North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, ex-candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, as well as Reps. Byron Donalds and Cory Mills. Additionally, Sens. J.D. Vance and Tommy Tuberville attended the trial on Monday.
The show of support from these prominent Republicans comes as Trump continues to denounce the trial as a 'witch hunt.' He has raised concerns about the presiding judge, Juan Merchan, whom he has labeled as 'conflicted.' Trump asserts that the case is a politically motivated attempt to undermine his potential candidacy in the upcoming 2024 election.
During Tuesday's proceedings, ex-lawyer Michael Cohen is set to return to the stand to face further questioning from prosecutors. Cohen, a former Trump associate, plays a central role in the case presented by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. Bragg has brought forth 34 counts of falsifying business records against Trump.
The trial has become a focal point in the political landscape, drawing attention from both supporters and critics of the former president. As the legal proceedings unfold, the involvement of key figures like Trump's potential running mates and the testimony of individuals like Michael Cohen continue to shape the narrative surrounding the case.
