UPDATED: Trump Wants Judge to Exclude Sexual Assault Allegations Made Against Him From Trump University Lawsuit
Says Comments Could ‘Inflame and Prejudice’ Jury
Concerned they would “inflame and prejudice†jurors, Donald Trump’s attorneys are asking a federal judge to ban any comments made about his personal conduct from a lawsuit filed against Trump University. That request extends to comments others have made about Trump as a presidential candidate, and any comments he has made.Â
BREAKING: Donald Trump’s lawyer asks judge to exclude his statements made during presidential campaign in trial over Trump University
— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) October 21, 2016
Presumably, the request would include the 2005 “Access Hollywood” tape exposing Trump discussing sexual assault, and all the sexual assault and inappropriate behavior accusations made against him, according to the NY Post.
UPDATE: 2:16 PM EDT –
Talking Points Memo notes the request is being made of Judge Gonzalo Curiel, the jurist Trump accused of being biased and possibly unable to render a fair decision because he is “Mexican.” The judge was born in East Chicago, Indiana.Â
Trump’s request for exclusion also includes “tweets, stump speeches and surrogate statements,” TPM reports. Also, “evidence related to his ‘tax issues,’ ‘personal conduct accusations,’ beauty pageants, casinos, bankruptcies and other matters that have emerged as a part of his presidential bid be left out at trail.”
“Comments about this case or the Court,” Trump also wants to be excluded.
Enjoy this piece?
… then let us make a small request. The New Civil Rights Movement depends on readers like you to meet our ongoing expenses and continue producing quality progressive journalism. Three Silicon Valley giants consume 70 percent of all online advertising dollars, so we need your help to continue doing what we do.
NCRM is independent. You won’t find mainstream media bias here. From unflinching coverage of religious extremism, to spotlighting efforts to roll back our rights, NCRM continues to speak truth to power. America needs independent voices like NCRM to be sure no one is forgotten.
Every reader contribution, whatever the amount, makes a tremendous difference. Help ensure NCRM remains independent long into the future. Support progressive journalism with a one-time contribution to NCRM, or click here to become a subscriber. Thank you. Click here to donate by check.