Trump jury begins deliberations after weeks of testimony

A jury of 12 people was sent home after four-and-a-half hours of deliberation in the trial of former US President Donald Trump, who has pleaded not guilty to 34 counts of falsifying business records. The process will resume on Thursday, with jurors expected to rehear testimony and review the instructions from Judge Juan M. Merchan on interpreting the law. During the initial deliberations, the jury requested to review the testimony of two witnesses and hear the judge's instructions again. Judge Merchan reminded the jurors that they must set aside any personal opinions in favor or against the defendant and focus solely on the evidence presented. The trial is notable as it marks the first criminal trial of a former US president, with no time limit placed on the deliberations.