The linked article is a bit deceptive. Although I am not a criminal defense lawyer, my understanding is that DJT can waive the right to attend the trial. I also understand that DJT wants the court to adjourn the trial while he attends other events. Although the court is not required to grant the adjournments, its failure to do so is petty and demonstrates the obvious bias of this judge.
So the Judge is really telling Trump they won’t change things so he can atten Barrons Graduation. They’re not preventing him from attending.