Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg addresses attendees at the National Action Network National Convention in New York on April 7, 2022.
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Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg told his staff on Saturday that their safety was a “first priority” after former President Donald Trump called his supporters to protest what he believed to be an impending indictment. I sent an e-mail assuring that there is.
In a memo obtained by NBC News from a senior Manhattan attorney’s office official, Bragg said he “will not tolerate attempts to intimidate the firm or threaten the rule of law in New York.”
Bragg’s office has been investigating his hush money paid to porn star Stormy Daniels during his 2016 presidential run and his relationship with Trump. “Corrupt” DA office. He urged his supporters to protest on his behalf.
“The far-flung Republican candidate and former president of the United States will be arrested,” Trump wrote on his social media site, Truth Social, early Saturday morning. “Protest and take back our country!”
In Palm Beach, Fla., a supporter of former President Donald Trump walks outside his Mar-a-Lago resort after posting a message on his Truth Social account saying he expects to be arrested Tuesday. Gathered and called on supporters to protest.USA March 19, 2023.
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Grand jury hears testimony related to 2016 payoffs in states criminal court No public announcement has been made as to whether or when Trump will be indicted in Lower Manhattan. Law enforcement agencies across New York are making security arrangements in case the former president faces criminal charges.
Bragg’s email did not directly address Trump or his comments, but he reassured staff that he was “committed to maintaining a safe working environment.” This email was first reported by PoliticoBragg said his office will continue to work with officials from the New York City Police Department and the Bureau of Court Management.
“Our law enforcement partners ensure that specific or credible threats to our office are fully investigated and that appropriate safeguards are in place to ensure that all 1,600 people have a safe working environment. .
