2/ Via Inner City Press:

in #TrumpTrial, Justice Merchan just said that the jury has sent a note: they have reached a verdict, need 30 minutes to fill out.

3/ McBrien:

Before leaving the bench, Justice Merchan says to the gallery, "Let there be no outbursts or exclamations of any kind."

He says he'll be back in a few minutes and steps away.

The atmosphere in press overflow is ELECTRIC.

4/ Press:

[Trump has his armed cross in front of himself, Todd Blanche whispering in his right ear - notable, eyes closed]

5/ Weissmann:

I am awaiting Donald Trump saying he just needs someone to find him one vote (this time, on the jury).

6/ McB:

"Keep the outbursts to a minimum, and stay in your seats afterwards until you're given further instructions," a court officer tells us.

It is tense.

Trump, amazingly, has closed his eyes.

erica orden:

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg just entered the courtroom.

8/ Ben Feuerherd

Merchan: "Are we ready to bring out the jury?

Steinglass: "Yes, judge."