Judge Issues Gag Order Barring Trump From Commenting on Witnesses and Prosecutors in Election Case

Judge Chutkan has issued a written gag order barring Trump from making public statements about witnesses, prosecutors, and court staff in the federal election subversion case.

Chutkan says Trump's statements pose "grave threats to the integrity of these proceedings."

The order specifies it applies to all parties in the case, counsel, and spokespeople speaking on their behalf.

Trump can still criticize the government and claim the case is politically motivated.

Chutkan says Trump's statements could prompt intimidation and harassment of witnesses and court staff.