Judge Examines Potential Juror Misconduct in Navarro Trial After Claims Jurors Saw Protesters
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Federal judge held hearing to examine potential juror misconduct during Navarro's trial, after his attorneys argued jurors may have seen protesters during deliberation break outside.
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Court security officer testified she took jurors outside for a short break before they reached a verdict, keeping them away from media and protesters.
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Officer said jurors were not approached by protesters or media during break, though they walked by a person with a "Defend Democracy" sign.
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Navarro was convicted last week on two contempt of Congress charges for defying Jan 6 committee subpoena.
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Judge has not yet ruled on whether Navarro will get a mistrial, said he'll wait to decide as defense plans to formally request one.