A vibrant and tense atmosphere outside the Manhattan Criminal Court as supporters and critics gather during the ongoing trial of former President Donald J. Trump, featuring notable figures and heated confrontations.
On May 30, 2024, a lively scene emerged outside the Manhattan Criminal Court where a jury deliberates the criminal case against former President Donald J. Trump, who faces 34 felony counts. The trial, ongoing for over six weeks, has drawn a mix of Trump supporters and critics to Collect Pond Park.
Among the notable figures, the Naked Cowboy, a Times Square performer named Robert Burck, briefly appeared, performing a Trump-centric song while sporting his signature minimal attire. Tensions flared between the opposing groups, leading to physical altercations and multiple police interventions. A woman flashed her breasts during a confrontation, while signs were ripped, and shouting matches ensued.
Key supporters included Lily Qi, who has consistently attended the trial, and a costumed supporter known as “Pitchfork Pete,” expressing their steadfast support for Trump. Anti-Trump voices, like Jean Barish and Diane Barney, attended to witness the proceedings, optimistic about a guilty verdict.
The atmosphere was described as a “carnival” by Mr. Burck, underscoring the polarizing nature of the trial, which has seen fervent emotions from individuals on both sides.
