A pretrial hearing involving actor Alec Baldwin and the fatal shooting on the set of the movie "Rust" is underway in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer will consider requests from both the prosecution and defense regarding the evidence and arguments that will be presented at trial. Baldwin, facing a charge of involuntary manslaughter, is accused of recklessly handling a revolver that resulted in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. The defense team argues that Baldwin's role as a co-producer on "Rust" is irrelevant to the case, while prosecutors claim it influenced his actions. Baldwin maintains his innocence, stating that the gun fired accidentally. The trial is set to begin on July 9, with key witnesses expected to testify about Baldwin's handling of the firearm. The prosecution and defense are at odds over various aspects of the case, including safety protocols on set and Baldwin's knowledge of firearm risks. Prosecutors are challenging the admissibility of certain evidence and want to prevent sympathy-inducing arguments during the trial.