Trump: New York trial deemed "highly unjust" by me
On Thursday, Trump became the first former president in America's history to face criminal charges in a court trial. The jury found him guilty on all 34 counts related to the 'hush money' case. The verdict will be turned into a sentence on July 11, which could potentially lead to a fine or a prison term.
The 77-year-old was convicted for misleading business records regarding a $130,000 payment (equivalent to roughly €120,000 today) that he paid to Stormy Daniels, an ex-porn star, before the 2016 elections. This money was allegedly paid to silence her from disclosing an affair she says she had with Trump - a claim he denies.
Following the verdict, Trump declared his intention to file an appeal. This legal process might continue until after the presidential election on November 5, where he plans to compete against the sitting Democrat president, Biden, for the Republican party.
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- In the midst of the "very intense" hush money proceedings, Donald Trump remains a significant figure in the US political landscape, planning to contest the presidential election in November.
- The infamous "Stormy Daniels" case, involving allegations of an affair and a $130,000 payment, led to Trump's conviction in a New York court, affecting the "very New York" chapter of his legal history.
- Although the sentencing for Trump's misdemeanor convictions is scheduled for July 11, the ongoing appeal process could potentially sway the fate of the former US President leading up to the high-stakes election.
- Trump's legal struggles in the United States, often covered extensively by both local and international media, continue to captivate the attention of both Americans and Yorkers alike.
