Donald Trump, the former President of the United States, has been convicted on all 34 counts of accounting fraud for concealing payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels. This landmark verdict, delivered by a jury in New York after two days of deliberation, is unprecedented in American history, marking the first criminal conviction of a former president.Trump, who has maintained his innocence throughout the trial, faces potential imprisonment, although he is expected to appeal the verdict. The conviction is a significant legal setback and could have major political ramifications for Trump, who is running in the upcoming presidential election. His legal team has signaled intentions to appeal, and Trump has called the verdict a ‘disgrace’.The sentence is set for July 11, just days before the Republican National Convention, where Trump is expected to receive the party’s nomination. The outcome of this case and any subsequent appeals will be pivotal not only for Trump’s legal standing but also for his political aspirations as he campaigns against incumbent President Joe Biden.
Key points
- Donald Trump found guilty on all 34 counts of falsifying business records related to hush money payments.
- First criminal conviction of a former U.
- Sentencing scheduled for July 11, ahead of the Republican National Convention.
- Verdict could impact Trump’s presidential campaign and future eligibility.
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