Brian Cole trial scheduling update — July 8, 2026

Corroborated July 8, 2026 hearing reports verify that U.S. District Judge Amir H. Ali scheduled Brian J. Cole, Jr.’s trial to begin February 16, 2027, with an expected duration of approximately two weeks. ABC News reports a September 10, 2026 status conference. Cole has pleaded not guilty, and the scheduling record does not establish the truth of the government’s allegations. The native D.D.C. minute entry remains pending capture.

Source: Associated Press, ABC News and Washington Examiner hearing reports; native D.D.C. minute entry pending