In a letter to Judge Subramanian, the Government formally requested that the court limit the defense’s cross-examination of Cassie Ventura to ensure it concludes by the end of the trial day on May 16, 2025. Prosecutors argued that the court has broad discretion to manage trial proceedings efficiently and that the defense has already had ample time to prepare and conduct its questioning. They noted that the cross-examination has been granted nearly two full trial days—already exceeding the duration of Ventura’s direct examination—making further extension unnecessary and potentially disruptive to the trial schedule.


The Government also stated that it had consulted with the defense before submitting the request. While defense counsel reportedly expressed a desire to finish by the end of the trial day, they could not guarantee they would do so. In light of this, the Government urged the court to formally impose a hard cutoff at 4:30 p.m. to prevent undue delays and ensure a balanced and orderly progression of the trial.


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