The obstruction of an official proceeding charge is in jeopardy before the Supreme Court, meaning that some of the defendants could ultimately only serve a year in prison.
A jury consultant hired by the former president's legal team watched potential jurors for signs of bias while researchers conducted social media searches to vet them.
Democrats and election experts say the figure is unrealistic, but expressed concerns the effort could hamper normal election operations and intimidate voters.
The new rule makes “crystal clear that everyone can access schools that are safe, welcoming and that respect their rights,” Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said.
One co-defendant's lawyers asked this month for five charges against him to be dismissed, while another’s requested that all charges against their client be tossed out.