Donald Trump has been convicted for 34 charges, 1st ever in history that a US former President convicted of a crime

Donald Trump has been convicted for 34 charges, 1st ever in history that a US former President convicted of a crime

On Friday, May 31, 2024, a Manhattan jury found former President Donald Trump guilty on all 34 counts of falsifying business records related to hush money payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels. This historic verdict makes Trump the first former president in American history to be convicted of a felony.

The Charges

Trump was charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records, which were related to the reimbursement of a $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels, whose real name is Stephanie Clifford, in 2016. The payment was made to silence her from speaking about an alleged affair with Trump before the 2016 presidential election.

The Verdict

The jury delivered a unanimous verdict, finding Trump guilty on all 34 counts. The charges carry a maximum sentence of up to four years in prison, although Trump is likely to receive a lighter sentence or even probation.

Reaction

Trump’s lawyers have vowed to appeal the conviction, and Trump himself has denied any wrongdoing, calling the verdict a “witch hunt.” The verdict has sparked a heated debate about the role of the justice system in holding public officials accountable for their actions.

Impact on the Election

The conviction is unlikely to affect Trump’s ability to run for president again in the upcoming election. However, it may have implications for his political future and his ability to hold public office in the future.