Donald Trump has been found guilty in a New York trial for falsifying business records related to hush money payments made to Stormy Daniels before the 2016 presidential election. This marks the first time a former US President has been convicted of a crime. The verdict came after weeks of trial and almost two days of jury deliberation.
The charges stem from a scheme to silence Daniels about an alleged affair with Trump. The jury unanimously found Trump guilty on all 34 counts, carrying a maximum prison sentence of four years each. However, as a first-time offender, he may not face incarceration.
Despite the conviction, Trump remains defiant, denouncing the trial as rigged and vowing to continue fighting. He is set to be sentenced in July, just before the Republican convention where he is expected to be nominated as the party’s candidate for a second term.
The trial showcased a parade of witnesses and evidence, including invoices, bank statements, and testimony from 22 individuals. Trump’s defense argued there was no evidence of his involvement in the scheme, but the prosecution painted a picture of a candidate willing to go to illegal lengths to protect his campaign.
While Trump may appeal the verdict, it’s unlikely to impact his current standing in the polls for the upcoming presidential election. The Biden campaign responded to the verdict, emphasizing the importance of holding everyone accountable under the law.
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