A jury of 4 men and 8 women make up the jury that will hear the trial of Congressman Jeff Fortenberry. Several jurors were dismissed after admitting to the judge they didn’t trust what politicians said.
Paul Hammel reports in the Nebraska Examiner 36 potential jurors were questioned about political biases and whether they find law enforcement and the FBI credible.
Opening statements will begin today. Hammel’s detailed story can be accessed here https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2022/03/16/jury-selection-opening-statements-today-in-trial-of-u-s-rep-jeff-fortenberry/