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How the Most Polarizing Person in America Will Still Be Able to Get an Impartial Jury

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Donald Trump is facing three trials next year , with the potential for a fourth .

Most Americans are skeptical that it is possible to secure an impartial jury for the former president.

But some legal experts say these concerns are overblown.

The law does not forbid Americans from having political views, but it does demand people be fair and impartial.

The first time a former president will be tried in court while also being an active candidate for the next presidential election.

Lonergan expects a judge may end up asking questions like: “Have you heard of anything about this case in the media, in advance of the trial?” The question will be: Can you put aside anything you’ve heard previously and judge this case solely based on the evidence you hear in this courtroom?’.

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