Prosecute Trump, Despite the Risks?

Posted by The New York Times

 

 

To the Editor:

Re “Donald Trump Is Not Above the Law” (editorial, Aug. 28):

We must ask two questions when considering a criminal prosecution of Donald Trump: What is the likelihood of convicting him? What are the likely consequences of an acquittal?

Our judicial system depends on unbiased jurors willing to assess and act on the facts presented at trial. Criminal verdicts must be unanimous in both federal and state courts. One of 12 jurors can prevent a conviction.