Man dies after setting himself on fire outside New York court during Trump trial

A man died after setting himself on fire outside the New York courthouse where former President Donald Trump’s hush-money trial was taking place. The incident occurred as jury selection concluded, but officials stated there was no indication the man targeted Trump. The individual, identified as Max Azzarello, did not mention Trump in his actions or online manifesto. Witnesses reported the man throwing pamphlets and igniting himself with a liquid. The courthouse, guarded by police, had drawn protests earlier in the trial. Jury selection was completed, paving the way for opening statements. The trial focuses on hush money paid to adult entertainment star Stormy Daniels before the 2016 election, with Trump pleading not guilty to falsifying business records. This is one of four criminal cases against Trump, and the only one set for trial before the November election.

Source – CGTN