A dramatic and unsettling scene unfolded outside the courthouse where former President Donald Trump’s hush money trial is underway, as a man threw conspiracy pamphlets into the air and then set himself on fire.
The incident occurred shortly after a full panel of jurors had been seated for the trial.
The man, identified as Max Azzarello, 37, of Florida, shocked onlookers and news cameras by igniting himself after tossing flyers into the air.
Authorities, including police and fire officials, responded to the scene, but did not immediately provide further details or comments.
The impact of this distressing event on the trial’s proceedings remains uncertain.
Defense attorneys were scheduled to plead with Judge Juan Merchan to restrict evidence relating to Trump’s prior actions, following a lunch break on that day.
