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Trump wisely demands cameras in the courtroom

ByAlki David

Aug 6, 2023

In a bold move that showcases his determination to bring transparency to the legal battles surrounding him, former President Donald Trump and his legal team are turning the spotlight onto his trial proceedings. The focus of this strategy is Jack Smith’s controversial “insurrection” case, which has ignited intense debates across the nation. Trump’s decision to demand televised coverage of the trial has ignited a firestorm of speculation and discussion, with far-reaching implications.

While I may not always see eye-to-eye with Trump’s legal tactics, this particular move strikes me as nothing short of brilliant. By insisting on cameras in the courtroom for his trial, Trump is essentially forcing a new level of accountability into the proceedings. After all, it’s challenging to orchestrate a biased or unfair trial when the eyes of the world are upon you. This audacious maneuver aims to shatter any semblance of a kangaroo court and aims to ensure that justice is served transparently and fairly.

However, the true significance of Trump’s demand goes beyond mere courtroom optics. It taps into a much larger and polarizing issue that has gripped the nation ever since the 2020 presidential election – the question of election fraud. The trial, in this case, involves claims of election fraud related to the events of January 6. By insisting on televised coverage, Trump is giving the American people an unprecedented opportunity to hear all the evidence surrounding these allegations firsthand.

The crux of this strategy lies in the potential revelation of evidence related to election fraud. This demand for transparency places the spotlight squarely on the claims that have fueled countless debates, discussions, and even divisions. Supporters and critics alike will be tuning in, eager to hear the evidence and arguments presented in the courtroom.

Of course, the elephant in the room is the existing prohibition on cameras in federal courtrooms. The pivotal question that hangs in the balance is whether the judge overseeing the case will make an exception in Trump’s trial. This raises complex legal and ethical considerations, with potentially far-reaching consequences for future court proceedings.

As we reflect on this story, it’s worth noting the timing of its viral explosion. The initial report may have been published last month, but its impact didn’t truly resonate until recently. Perhaps this delay in virality can be attributed to the changing landscape of the case. With the indictment now in play, every strategic move in Trump’s defense becomes magnified in significance.

Interestingly, the report originated from the Independent, a British media outlet known for its relatively unbiased reporting on American events. This choice of source underscores the degree to which media bias has seeped into American journalism, particularly on matters involving Trump.

In conclusion, Trump’s decision to demand cameras in the courtroom for his trial is a bold maneuver that carries significant implications. Beyond the immediate impact on the trial itself, this move dives headfirst into the contentious topic of election fraud. The world will be watching closely as the legal drama unfolds, and the judge’s decision regarding cameras could set a precedent for future cases.

By Alki David

Alki David — Publisher, Media Architect, SIN Network Creator - live, direct-to-public communication, media infrastructure, accountability journalism, and independent distribution. Born in Lagos, Nigeria; educated in the United Kingdom and Switzerland; attended the Royal College of Art. Early internet broadcaster — participated in real-time public coverage during the 1997 Mars landing era using experimental online transmission from Beverly Hills. Founder of FilmOn, one of the earliest global internet television networks offering live and on-demand broadcasting outside legacy gatekeepers. Publisher of SHOCKYA — reporting since 2010 on systemic corruption inside the entertainment business and its expansion into law, finance, and regulation. Creator of the SIN Network (ShockYA Integrated Network), a federated media and civic-information infrastructure spanning investigative journalism, live TV, documentary, and court-record reporting. Lived and worked for over 40 years inside global media hubs including Malibu, Beverly Hills, London, Hong Kong and Gstaad. Early encounter with Julian Assange during the first Hologram USA operations proved a formative turning point — exposing the realities of lawfare, information suppression, and concentrated media power. Principal complainant and driving force behind what court filings describe as the largest consolidated media–legal accountability action on record, now before the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court. Relocated to Antigua & Barbuda and entered sustained legal, civic, and informational confrontation over media power, safeguarding, and accountability at Commonwealth scale.