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R. Kelly's sex-trafficking trial pushed to August 18, judge admonishes lawyers for 'mudslinging'
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The disgraced singer, 54, appeared in person for the first time in front of District Judge Ann Donnelly who is presiding over his case in a Brooklyn federal court.
The jury selection process will still take place on August 9 as planned. At Thursday's hearing ahead of his looming trial, pretrial concerns were discussed, namely to address possible conflicts involving his attorneys and the defendant’s renewed attempt for release on bail and adjournment of the trial – which is now set for August 18.More Related News