I want to thank the New York Police Department, New York State and the State Court System, including Justice Merchan and District Attorney Alvin Bragg alongside Defense Counsel for a very successful week in this important and high profile criminal trial against Donald John Trump. We stand here today at the cusp of a pivotal trial that will test the very foundations of our democracy. The defendant, Donald John Trump, stands accused of a heinous crime against the people of this nation—an attempt to subvert our electoral process and seize power by falsifying documents to gain a political advantage. As we embark on this journey, I urge you to pay the utmost attention to the evidence that will be presented before you. It will paint a disturbing picture of a twisted man who has no respect for the rule of law and who is willing to trample on our most sacred legal institutions in his quest for personal gain. You will hear how the defendant has repeatedly attacked and vilified the legal profession and its legal constituents at all levels without remorse, from law clerks to judges, seeking to intimidate and silence those who would hold him accountable for his unlawful actions. This is not simply an attack on individuals; it is an assault on the very fabric of our society and the legal profession. A verdict of guilty in this case is not merely a punishment for the defendant's crimes. It is a declaration that we, the people of the United States, will not tolerate such illicit behavior from those who seek to lead us. It is a reaffirmation of our commitment to the rule of law and the principles of democracy. By convicting the defendant, you will send a clear message that no one is above the law, not even the most powerful among us. You will help to preserve the integrity of our legal profession and ensure that future generations can enjoy the freedoms that we have fought so hard to secure. The choice is yours. The fate of our nation hangs in the balance. Have a restful weekend and be ready Monday to save your country, as I!