A judge rejected Donald Trump’s attempt to dismiss his hush-money conviction, ruling that the evidence related to “wholly unofficial conduct.” Trump’s spokesperson called the decision a “lawless” attack. The case, stemming from a payment to Stormy Daniels, marks a historic moment as Trump is the first former US president to be criminally convicted.
Adult film actor Stormy Daniels has claimed that Donald Trump doesn’t desire the presidency but rather seeks to be a king. This assertion comes as Trump faces a hush money criminal case and potential sentencing after the upcoming US elections. Meanwhile, a federal appeals court rejected his request to halt the proceedings, and Trump is expected to be sentenced on November 26.
Actor Robert De Niro has weighed in on former President Donald Trump’s guilty verdict in his high-profile hush-money case. Speaking at the red carpet for his new movie, “Ezra,” in New York City, De Niro told reporters, “I think justice was served.” He noted that this was “just one part of the whole picture” and expressed his concern about Trump’s potential impact on the upcoming presidential election. De Niro has been a vocal critic of Trump for years, and in the past, he has said he wanted to punch Trump in the face.
In a historic verdict, Donald Trump became the first U.S. president to be convicted of a crime while in office. A New York jury found him guilty of falsifying business documents related to a hush money payment made to adult film star Stormy Daniels before the 2016 election. The conviction carries a maximum sentence of four years in prison, though Trump is likely to face a shorter sentence or even probation. The verdict comes as Trump faces multiple other criminal investigations and could significantly impact his bid for reelection in November.
Former President Donald Trump has condemned the ongoing NY v. Trump trial as a sham, accusing prosecutors of proving his point that the legal system is biased against him. Trump cited comments from legal experts and Fox News contributors, arguing that the prosecution has failed to prove any crime.
As the New York City criminal trial against former President Trump draws to a close, jury deliberations are set to commence following pivotal jury instructions. Judge Juan Merchan provided guidance on determining Trump’s guilt or innocence, including the controversial instruction that allows for a lack of consensus among jurors on the specific crime committed. Merchan emphasized that mere knowledge of a conspiracy does not constitute guilt, while Michael Cohen’s testimony becomes crucial as it relates to Trump’s potential intent to conceal unlawful payments to Stormy Daniels.
Former President Trump took to Truth Social to voice his frustration with the ongoing trial in New York, calling it a ‘witch hunt’ pushed by President Biden. He also criticized Judge Juan Merchan for his rulings and for imposing a gag order on him. The jury began deliberations on Wednesday after hearing closing arguments from the prosecution and defense. Trump has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
Closing arguments are scheduled in Trump’s hush money trial in New York, the only case against the former president likely to reach a jury before the November election. Prosecutors will aim to prove Trump falsified business records to conceal an alleged encounter with Stormy Daniels, while the defense needs to create reasonable doubt among jurors to secure an acquittal. After closing arguments, the jury will deliberate, with the verdict read in court once reached. If convicted, Trump would likely be released on bond as he awaits sentencing, which could include a maximum of four years in prison, though sentences for first-time offenders with no criminal history are typically less than a year.
As the criminal trial against former President Donald Trump nears its conclusion, political experts are weighing in on the potential consequences a guilty verdict could have on the 2024 presidential election. Trump is facing nearly three dozen state felony charges related to falsifying business records in connection with payments made during the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels. While public opinion polls indicate that a majority of registered voters believe Trump violated campaign finance laws, there is a wide partisan divide in views on the fairness of his trial. Some analysts suggest that a guilty verdict could have a temporary negative impact on Trump’s poll numbers, but ultimately, his supporters are likely to remain loyal. Others argue that attitudes towards both President Biden and Trump are deeply entrenched, and a verdict in the hush money trial is unlikely to significantly affect the presidential race.
Former President Trump has condemned inflation and President Biden as his criminal trial in New York City nears its conclusion. Defense attorneys rested their case on Tuesday without calling Trump as a witness, while the prosecution had concluded its case on Monday. The trial revolves around Trump’s alleged involvement in falsifying business records to conceal payments made to pornographic performer Stormy Daniels in the lead-up to the 2016 election. Trump has maintained his innocence. Closing arguments are expected next week, with jury deliberations to commence soon after.
