This trial could have important political and legal repercussions. Donald Trump’s Trial in New York Reaches its Final Phase.
The historic trial against Donald Trump in New York has entered its final stretch, with closing arguments presented this Tuesday before the jury, which must decide whether to hand down the first criminal conviction against a former president of the United States.
Accusations and charges
Trump faces accusations that he falsified accounting records to buy the silence of former porn actress Stormy Daniels about a sexual encounter between the two in 2006, which could have damaged his 2016 presidential campaign.
If he is convicted, Trump could face up to four years in prison on each of the 34 charges. However, legal experts consider it unlikely that he will be imprisoned due to his lack of a criminal record.
Despite a possible conviction, Trump could still appear on the November ballot as a Republican presidential candidate, competing against Democrat Joe Biden.
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Donald Trump’s Trial in New York Reaches its Final Phase
Trial process
For nearly five weeks, more than 20 witnesses have testified at the trial, culminating in closing arguments that represent the last chance for the prosecution and defense to present their cases to the anonymous 12-member jury.
Trump chose not to testify in his defense, a move intended to avoid unnecessary legal risks and extensive questioning.
The trial has included intense moments, such as when Trump listened to Stormy Daniels recount graphic details of her alleged encounter.
Trump has also launched attacks on Judge Juan Merchan, calling him “corrupt” and a “tyrant,” and describing the trial as “election interference” by Democrats.
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Donald Trump’s Trial in New York Reaches its Final Phase
Political reactions and support
In the final days of the trial, a group of prominent Republicans, including several vice presidential hopefuls, came to court to show their support for Trump.
Judge Merchan has charged Trump with contempt of court on ten occasions, fining him $10,000 for violating a gag order prohibiting him from publicly attacking witnesses, jurors, court staff or his family.
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Donald Trump’s Trial in New York Reaches its Final Phase
Closing arguments are expected to take up all of Tuesday, followed by final instructions to the jury, which will likely begin deliberations on Wednesday.
To issue a verdict of guilty or innocent, unanimity is required; a single no vote would mean a hung jury and a mistrial.
Donald Trump’s Trial in New York Reaches its Final Phase
Other legal cases against Trump
In addition to the case in New York, Trump faces charges in Washington and Georgia for conspiring to overturn the results of the 2020 election.
He also faces charges in Florida for allegedly tampering with classified documents after leaving the White House. None of these trials are expected to take place before the November elections.
The prosecution’s key witness in New York was Michael Cohen, Trump’s former lawyer and confidant, who arranged the $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels.
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Donald Trump’s Trial in New York Reaches its Final Phase
Cohen explained to jurors that the payments were made to ensure that the story would not get out and would not affect Trump’s chances of becoming president.
Trump’s defense attempted to discredit Cohen, recalling that he had admitted lying to Congress and had served time in prison for tax fraud.
This trial could have important political and legal repercussions for Trump, just as he prepares to compete again for the presidency of the United States.
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