Donald Trump's hush money trial
Lawyers in Donald Trump’s hush money trial presented closing arguments to jurors, with the prosecutor accusing Trump of participating in a hush money scheme and the defense claiming Trump's innocence. The jury will now deliberate on the 34 felony counts Trump faces.
Key Points
- Prosecution accuses Trump of trying to “hoodwink” voters with hush money scheme in 2016 election
- Defense claims Trump did not commit any crimes and challenges witness credibility
- Jury to decide whether to convict Trump on all counts, acquit him, or deliver a mixed verdict
Pros
- Prosecution claims Trump participated in a conspiracy and cover-up through hush money payments
- Prosecution argues key witness's account reinforces Trump's motive to silence embarrassing stories
- Defense argues Trump is innocent and questions the credibility of the prosecution's key witness
Cons
- Trump faces 34 felony counts of falsifying business records
- Trial may result in Trump becoming the first former American president convicted of a crime