Donald Trump's historic hush money trial began with hours of pretrial motions and jury selection. Trump faces criminal charges for falsifying records to hide hush money payments made to a porn star during his 2016 campaign. The trial is expected to last at least six weeks, impacting his ability to campaign.
Key Points
Trump accused of falsifying business records to hide hush money payments to a porn star
Trump faces the prospect of becoming the first major American presidential candidate to run as a convicted felon if found guilty
Trial expected to last at least six weeks, impacting Trump's daily life and campaign activities
Pros
The trial sheds light on the legal troubles faced by former President Donald Trump
It highlights the gravity of the charges and potential consequences for Trump
Cons
The trial may disrupt Trump's ability to campaign effectively
It could further polarize public opinion on Trump's character and actions