Accused Racketeering Boss Michael Miske Jr.’s Federal Trial Begins with Jury Selection and Over 900 Potential Witnesses

HONOLULU, Hawaii – The trial of accused racketeering boss Michael Miske Jr. is set to begin on Monday with the selection of a jury. Miske, a longtime business owner in Honolulu, was arrested more than three years ago in a federal criminal conspiracy case. The trial is expected to involve over 900 witnesses and several former co-defendants who have reached plea deals. Empaneling an impartial jury will be the initial challenge in this high-profile case, which includes allegations of obstruction of justice and witness tampering. Potential jurors have already expressed concerns about their safety and … Read more