Bangladesh, April 18 -- The jury selection for the criminal trial of former President Donald Trump unfolded swiftly in a potentially pivotal trial poised to redefine the political sphere. Under the watchful eye of Judge Juan Merchan, the proceedings progressed with an unforeseen swiftness on Tuesday. Judge Merchan sternly cautioned Trump against any endeavors to intimidate jurors, emphasizing a zero-tolerance stance on any attempts to sway the jury. This trial holds the promise of reshaping the landscape of politics, with its ramifications poised to reverberate through the corridors of power.

Despite initial expectations of a lengthy and complex selection process due to the high-profile nature of the case, seven jurors were selected in a...