Former President Donald Trump falsely claimed that Judge Juan Merchan is not requiring a unanimous decision on the charges against him. Trump took to social media to criticize Merchan's supposed stance, calling it ridiculous, unconstitutional, and un-American. However, Trump's claim does not accurately reflect what Merchan actually said during the trial.
During his instructions to the jury, Judge Merchan clearly stated that a unanimous decision is required on each of the 34 counts that Trump faces. Specifically, to convict Trump of felony falsification of business records, the jury must unanimously agree that he falsified business records with the intent to commit, aid, or conceal another crime related to a violation of New York election law.
