Former US President Donald Trump has been found guilty in a historic trial, the first time a former president has been convicted of a crime.
In a groundbreaking turn of events, former US President Donald Trump has been found guilty on all 34 counts in a historic hush-money trial.
This verdict, delivered by a New York jury, marks Trump as the first former president to be convicted of a crime.The trial’s outcome was just months before the 2024 election. It is set to send ripples through the political landscape. The trial, which lasted seven weeks, revolved around allegations that Trump falsified business records to cover up a hush-money payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.Despite Trump pleading not guilty, the jury found him guilty on all counts, according toTheir argument was clear: Trump attempted to manipulate the election by hiding the payment.The jury deliberated for two days before reaching their unanimous decision.Experts suggest Trump may face probation or community service instead.
Michael Cohen, whose testimony was crucial, expressed satisfaction on social media, stating, “The truth always matters.”“The 12 everyday jurors vowed to make a decision based on the evidence and the law – and the evidence and the law alone,” he said. Bragg emphasised the integrity of the trial, asserting, “We arrived at this trial – and ultimately today at this verdict – by following the facts and the law.”As both sides gear up for the political battle ahead, one thing is certain: this historic verdict will be a defining moment in US politics.
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