Young Thug’s Trial Paused Indefinitely Amid Judicial Misconduct Allegations

Young Thug’s Trial Paused Indefinitely Amid Judicial Misconduct Allegations

The high-profile racketeering and gang conspiracy trial of rapper Young Thug and five associates has been halted indefinitely due to allegations of misconduct.

The trial, already the longest in Georgia’s history at 18 months, faces further delay as Judge Glanville awaits a decision on whether he should recuse himself from the case.

Judge Ural Glanville

The controversy stems from accusations that Judge Glanville held a hush-hush meeting with prosecutors and a key witness, Kenneth Copeland, to influence his testimony, a move contested by defense attorneys as improper.

Initially intending to make the meeting transcript public, Judge Glanville reversed course, opting instead to refer the recusal motions to another judge.

This development follows Brian Steel, Young Thug’s lead attorney, being held in criminal contempt last month for refusing to disclose how he learned about the meeting.

Young Thug and Attorney Brian Steel

The trial has been plagued by multiple delays, including a lengthy jury selection and recent disputes over evidence and witness testimony.

Young Thug, facing charges linked to allegations of leading the Young Slime Life gang, maintains his innocence as his trial continues, with its outcome uncertain and proceedings possibly extending into next year.

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