Summary
Jury selection has started for the trial of Ryan Routh, who is accused of attempting to assassinate Donald Trump in Florida last year. The trial is expected to last up to four weeks, but lawyers believe it might take less time. Ryan Routh has chosen to represent himself in court, with backup lawyers available if needed.
Key Facts
- Jury selection for Ryan Routh's trial began on Monday in Fort Pierce, Florida.
- Routh is charged with trying to assassinate Donald Trump last year in South Florida.
- The trial is planned to last four weeks, but attorneys expect it may finish sooner.
- Jury selection involves questioning three groups of 60 potential jurors to choose 12 jurors and four alternates.
- Opening statements in the trial are set to start on Thursday, followed by the prosecution's case.
- U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon granted Routh's request to represent himself but required standby lawyers to be present.
- Routh will wear professional business attire during the trial and can use a podium while speaking to the jury.
- Judge Cannon, appointed by Trump, was previously noted for her role in a separate legal case involving Trump.
