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Trump trial live: Court resumes after man sets himself on fire outside courthouse - BBC News Trump trial live: Court resumes after man sets himself on fire outside courthouse - BBC News
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Nada Tawfik Kayla Epstein
Reporting from outside the courthouse Reporting from court
We've heard more about the fire incident that happened across the street from the courthouse where Donald Trump is standing trial. Court is now over for the day.
Law enforcement officials have emphasised that it occurred in Collect Pond Park, a small green space with a reflecting pool that is open to the public. Donald Trump got up and left the courtroom about 16:30 local time (21:30 BST). On his way out of the courthouse, he once again told reporters that he faces a "witch hunt" that is directed by his political opponents.
Because the park remained open, they said that the fire incident was not considered a security breach of the perimeter that they established around the courthouse. He has given no evidence for his claim that he faces political persecution.
Nevertheless, officials said they remain very concerned, will review security protocols and consider adding additional resources. They said that they may even close the park during the trial if necessary. The next time Trump will be in this courtroom is on Monday, when the court will hold opening arguments in the historic criminal trial of the former president.
Everyone involved in Trump's case has been notified, authorities said. Prosecutors said that we may also see the first witness take the stand on Monday, but we will see.
The trial is back on track and continuing on schedule without interruption. It will be a shorter day, as court will break about 14:00 local time on Monday due to the religious holiday of Passover.
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