Judge Walker did not appear to be pleased to be reminded of the several times the Ninth Circuit has overruled his orders in this case, and said "Thank you" and left the bench.

Shortly thereafter, the Clerk announced that Court was in recess. Chatting with lawyers afterward, no one seems to think today's activity made a verdict appear any sooner, although there was some discussion that we could get one or two weeks advance notice of a date for closing arguments.