Michael Jackson Lawyer Says Gag Order Not Violated

The Associated Press reports a controversy over the gag order in the Michael Jackson case erupted Wednesday when Jackson’s attorney issued a statement saying he had not authorized anyone to hold news conferences on the pop star’s behalf. Mesereau did not name anyone, but his statement came shortly after Jackson’s spokeswoman, Raymone K. Bain, held a press conference at the courthouse in which she indicated that her comments had been approved by Mesereau. Others, including the Rev. Jesse Jackson, also have spoken publicly on the pop star’s behalf in recent days.