Former President Trump's Criminal Trial in New York
Former President Trump's criminal trial for falsifying business records begins in New York. He denies all charges related to hush money payments to Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal. The trial is expected to last six weeks with no TV coverage. Trump may use the trial for political drama, impacting his 2024 campaign.
Key Points
- Trump is charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records related to hush money payments
- The trial is expected to last six weeks with Trump being required to be present
- Trump may hold impromptu press conferences to assert that the charges are politically motivated
- The case revolves around whether the payments made were in furtherance of Trump's political campaign
Pros
- Trump could use an acquittal to suggest that the cases against him are weak
- The trial may limit Trump's campaign activities, possibly affecting his 2024 candidacy
Cons
- A guilty verdict could be damaging for Trump
- The trial may not attract uncommitted voters with Trump's fiery pronouncements