Manafort's Defense Team Rests Without Calling Witnesses

Andy Harris reports from the courtroom on the defense's decision to submit their case without calling witnesses, a move that was not entirely unexpected. Judge TS Ellis III asked Paul Manafort if he wanted to testify, but he declined. The morning began with a closed argument over a sealed motion, followed by the judge denying defense motions to dismiss. The prosecution has already rested its case after presenting 27 witnesses. The trial is now moving towards closing arguments, and the jury will soon be instructed on how to apply the law to the facts. The possibility of the jury being sequestered during deliberations is still uncertain, as the judge has not yet made that decision.

How many witnesses did the prosecution present in the last two weeks?

What routine does the judge follow every morning with the jury?