Topic: Manhattan Courthouse

A man identified as Max Azzarello sets himself on fire outside the Manhattan courthouse during the Donald Trump criminal trial. CNN's initial reporting of the event is criticized for mistakenly suggesting an active shooter was present. Azzarello reportedly left a manifesto claiming the act was a protest against a "cryptocurrency scam" and a planned global economic collapse involving both Trump and Biden.

The segment features a clip of Trump attorney Alina Habba telling CNN that the leak of the 34 counts from the DA's office is a felony. As Trump arrives at the Manhattan courthouse and enters the building, Jones and Stone discuss the "circus-like atmosphere" and the presence of thousands of supporters. Jones reiterates that the lack of handcuffs or a mugshot is a tactical decision by the state to avoid creating an iconic image of martyrdom.