As the Young Thug YSL trial remains on hold, the prolonged proceedings have led some to lose interest. On July 1, Fulton County Judge Ural Glanville announced that another judge must decide whether he should be recused from the case after Thug’s attorneys filed a motion for his removal.
“Upon further review, this court will, in fact, enter an order, sending Mr. Adams and Steel, Mr. Weinstein, and Mr. Banks’ motion to recuse to another judge,” Judge Glanville stated in court on July 1. “I will enter the order transferring it, and until such time when those two things are decided, we will recess until that time.”
The extended duration of the trial has garnered sympathy for Young Thug from those following the case. Outside the Fulton County court, Emmanuel shared his thoughts with Rolling Out.
“Honestly, the case is taking too long. They need to free him, stop questioning him, and stop playing with people’s tax dollars,” Emmanuel said. “If they haven’t found anything by now, there’s no point to keep looking. He’s an innocent man, if you ask me.”
Young Thug has not testified since the trial began. With the trial paused and many more witnesses yet to testify, it remains uncertain when or if he will take the stand. One recurring issue in the case, pointed out by both observers and attorneys, is Judge Glanville. If he is recused, the trial could extend even longer. Emmanuel expressed his skepticism about the role of judges in determining someone’s fate.
“I feel like all judges are biased,” Emmanuel said. “How can you as a person determine if somebody can go to jail?”
Another contentious point in the trial is the use of Young Thug’s lyrics as evidence. Critics argue that his artistic expression is being unfairly used against him. The court has played songs such as “Lifestyle” and “Halftime” in an attempt to find incriminating evidence.
“It’s a waste of time. They’re trying to find evidence in his music, but how many songs are you going to play until you find something,” Emmanuel said.
The belief in Young Thug’s innocence persists among his supporters, who argue that the lack of concrete evidence and the prolonged nature of the trial indicate that he is being unfairly targeted. The use of his lyrics as evidence is seen as a desperate attempt to find guilt where there is none.
The trial’s delays and the potential recusal of Judge Glanville add to the frustration of those who believe in Young Thug’s innocence. They argue that the justice system is failing him by dragging out the proceedings and using questionable evidence.
As the trial continues to unfold, the question of Young Thug’s innocence remains a topic of debate. Supporters like Emmanuel continue to voice their belief that he is being wrongfully accused and that the trial is an unnecessary burden on both Young Thug and the taxpayers.
The outcome of the trial and the decision on Judge Glanville’s recusal will be closely watched by those who believe in Young Thug’s innocence. Until then, the debate over his guilt or innocence will continue to be a focal point for his supporters and critics alike.
Source: Rolling Out
