United States v. Householder: The Trial of (this very specific part of) The Century (in the 6th Circuit)

Trial Update 1

The trial of former Ohio House Speaker Larry Householder is finally underway! To keep Ohioans up to speed on what’s happening inside the courtroom, Battle Line will be providing periodic updates throughout the trial.

Judge gives friendly rebuke to Householder during jury selection

Householder walking into the courthouse with his attorneys while holding a box labeled “Juror Questionnaires.” (PC: Joshua A. Bickel, AP)

Larry Householder arrived at the courthouse last week carrying a box labeled “Juror Questionnaires.” He then helpfully volunteered to distribute them to jurors. “That’s very thoughtful, Larry, thank you,” said presiding Judge Timothy S. Black.

But five minutes into jury screening, Judge Black noticed something odd about the questionnaires and asked to get a closer look. The bailiff carried the box up to the bench.