New York hush money case verdict: Donald Trump found guilty

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A New York jury has found former U.S. President Donald Trump guilty on 34 felony charges of falsifying business records connected to a hush money payment made by his former lawyer, Michael Cohen, to adult film star Stormy Daniels during the 2016 presidential election. This is a historic first conviction of a crime for a former U.S. president. Sentencing for Trump, who pled not guilty and has been on trial since April 15, will take place on July 11, 2024.

Donald Trump Found Guilty on 34 Felony Charges

A New York jury has convicted Donald Trump on 34 felony charges, marking the first time a former U.S. President has been held criminally liable. These convictions stem from falsified business records tied to a hush money payment made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels by Trump’s ex-lawyer Michael Cohen during the 2016 election campaign.

The verdict was delivered in a Manhattan courtroom where Trump faced trial since April 15. The former President, who previously declared his innocence by pleading “not guilty,” was convicted on every count.

After 9.5 hours of deliberations that started Wednesday, the jury reached its unanimous decision. Sentencing is scheduled for July 11, 2024.

Additional Resources:

Stormy Daniels and the Hush Money Case Details

Evidence Supporting Hush Money Payment

Significant Testimony During the Trial

Trump’s ‘Not Guilty’ Plea Details

Information on the Presiding Judge

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