Judge Juan Merchan is currently reviewing instructions jointly submitted by the parties involved in the case. During the review, Judge Merchan made a lighthearted comment regarding the word 'eleemosynary' that was included in the proposed definitions to be read to the jury.
Judge Merchan humorously mentioned that he had difficulty pronouncing the word 'eleemosynary' and decided to strike it from the definitions. He then clarified that the word means 'charitable' for the benefit of everyone present in the courtroom.
The exchange elicited laughter from Prosecutor Matthew Colangelo, who expressed agreement with the decision to remove the word from the definitions. The light-hearted moment provided a brief respite during the proceedings and showcased the amicable atmosphere between the parties involved in the case.
