Trump surrenders to the authorities, the judge bans the use of digital devices in the courtroom

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Trump surrenders to the authorities, the judge bans the use of digital devices

Former President Donald Trump arrived in New York on Monday, ahead of his surrender to authorities and an appearance before a judge, where he will be read the criminal charges brought against him by a grand jury. So far, it is not known what charges are being brought against Trump.

Meanwhile, the country's largest city has been engulfed by tight security measures and authorities have warned anyone who intends to cause trouble that "New York is not an arena to vent their anger".

Trump and his supporters have criticized the investigations and the criminal indictment against him stemming from a hush-hush payment made to porn actress Stormy Daniels in the final days of Mr Trump's 2016 presidential campaign. his in this city, opens an unprecedented chapter in American history. Mr Trump is the first former president to face criminal charges as he is in the midst of a third campaign for the White House.

Judge Juan Merchan has banned the use of digital equipment in the courtroom for Donald Trump's hearing, but will allow some photographers before the trial begins.

The judge said that cell phones and laptops cannot be used in the courtroom during the former US president's hearing.

Cameras will be allowed in the hallway before the trial begins, Judge Merchan said.

The order comes after Mr. Trump's legal team asked Judge Merchan to deny a request from media organizations to allow them access during the hearing.


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