That's normally true in Criminal trials (this one is Civil, even though what Uncle Suggy did to us was pure and simple theft ;-) !)
In Washington DC I think about 2 to 3 out of 5 citizens that have jobs, works directly or indirectly for Uncle Suggy. Having never had to work for the private sector and when your employer will always be able to pay you tends to create citizens that believe the government IS the solution to many societal issues and tend to generally vote for your favorite party.
This can be played on by the Gubmint lawyers and may or may not directly influence the jury verdict.
The other interesting thing about people living in Washington DC is the proliferation of highly educated individuals that Uncle Suggy hires to carry out whatever the Legislative Branch appropriates funds for.
I am just guessing but I think that group could easily figure out WTF happened here and find accordingly.
But I'm pretty sure all these balls and strikes for running the trial calls by J. Lamberth will stand whether anyone likes it or not.