The following is a hypothetical opening statement by the prosecution if Russia Collusion charges were tried before a jury:
Prosecutor: “Ladies and gentlemen of the jury, the evidence will show beyond a reasonable doubt that Donald J. Trump, against the peace and dignity of Hillary Clinton and Rachel Maddow did possibly collude with Russia to win the 2016 Presidential election. Furthermore, we will present undeniable evidence the Trump organization may have attempted to obstruct the Russia Collusion Investigation.
Expect to hear the other side talk about facts, motivations, and conspiracies. But at the end of the day, Hillary Clinton and Rachel Maddow were denied a Hillary Clinton Presidency by Donald J. Trump. To that end, I will request you, the jury, to return a verdict of “guilty”.
Judge: Defense?
Defense: “Motion to dismiss”.
Judge: Although the prosecutors opening statement was one of the most pathetic ever, it is not considered evidence”. “Motion denied”. “I must warn the prosecution and defence about attempting to turn my courtroom into a circus”. “Contempt charges will be readily handed out”.
So before lunchtime, this trial of the century was delayed due to both the prosecutor and defense attorneys being remanded for contempt.