Donald Trump has been convicted on all 34 felony counts in the hush money fraud trial, marking a historic moment as he becomes the first former U.S. president to face such a conviction. The verdict was reached after over 11 hours of deliberation by the jury, which found him guilty of falsifying business records, charges that are usually misdemeanors but were elevated to felonies due to their connection to another crime. Trump’s reaction was to vehemently criticize the trial, calling it rigged and blaming everyone but himself. He also issued a statement declaring himself a “political prisoner.” Sentencing has been set for July 11, with legal experts predicting probation rather than prison time, despite Trump now being a convicted felon.
Donald Trump convicted on all 34 felony counts in the hush money fraud trial.
The jury took just over 11 hours to reach their verdict, finding Trump guilty of falsifying business records to conceal other crimes.
Trump reacted by claiming the trial was rigged and criticized the judge and the judicial system.
Trump’s campaign sent out a fundraising email following the verdict, in which Trump claimed he was a “political prisoner.”
The sentencing date is set for July 11, with experts suggesting probation is likely.
Trump is also the presumptive Republican nominee for the upcoming presidential election.
Reactions to the verdict have been mixed, with some seeing it as a moment of accountability and others as politically motivated.
The verdict has sparked a wide array of reactions, including from political figures and the public, highlighting the divisive nature of Trump’s presidency and the current political climate.
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