In the early part of his second term, President Donald Trump has taken action against individuals, law firms, private corporations, media companies and universities he regards as adversaries.

Testy encounters between lawyers for former President Donald Trump and judges have come to be expected as the attorneys carry into the courtroom the bombastic, and often antagonistic, style that defines his campaign trail demeanor.

When former President Donald Trump appeared in federal court Tuesday, he was joined by a man well-practiced in standing by his side: Walt Nauta, his valet turned alleged co-conspirator.