Trump Indictment: Networks Poised To Blanket Airwaves With Relentless Coverage
deadline.comSo far, all is peaceful at the Manhattan courthouse and outside Trump Tower, but the wall-to-wall coverage given to former President Donald Trump’s journey from Florida to New York on Monday is just a preview of what is to come today.
Throughout the day, broadcast networks are planning to break into regular programming to capture moments of Trump’s arraignment, while cable news channels are loading up on talking heads to fill spots when visuals are lacking.
And there could be a few: The actual hearing, set to start at around 2 PM ET/11 AM PT, will have limited camera access. New York Supreme Court Judge Juan Merchan ruled on Monday that he would not allow TV cameras to cover the proceedings, although he will allow five pool photographers to take still photos for several minutes before the proceedings begin.
He will allow cameras in the hallway outside the courtroom — although it’s unclear if Trump would be able to step and repeat from one outlet to the next.
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