• "Disgraced Trump Faces Mounting Legal Woes: Felony Conviction, Supreme Court Battles, and Georgia Racketeering Charges"

  • Feb 4 2025
  • Length: 4 mins
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"Disgraced Trump Faces Mounting Legal Woes: Felony Conviction, Supreme Court Battles, and Georgia Racketeering Charges"

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  • Donald Trump, the newly elected President of the United States, is currently embroiled in several significant legal battles that have garnered national and international attention.

    ### New York Hush Money Case

    One of the most prominent cases involves Trump's conviction on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. This case, brought by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, revolves around hush money payments made to adult film star Stormy Daniels and others to conceal alleged extramarital affairs during Trump's 2016 presidential campaign. Trump's then-lawyer, Michael Cohen, made these payments, which were recorded as legitimate business expenses.

    In May 2024, a jury delivered a guilty verdict on all counts, making Trump the first former president to be declared a felon[2].

    Despite his conviction, Trump was sentenced to an "unconditional discharge" by Judge Juan Merchan, meaning he will not face imprisonment, probation, or a fine. However, Trump's legal team has argued that the sentencing should have been delayed due to his status as president-elect, claiming it imposed an "intolerable, unconstitutional burden" on him. The Supreme Court rejected this plea, allowing the sentencing to proceed[1][3].

    ### Supreme Court Rulings and Appeals

    The Supreme Court's decision in *Trump v. United States* (July 2024) has significant implications for Trump's ongoing cases. This ruling established that evidence related to a president's "official acts" cannot be admitted in subsequent criminal cases unless prosecutors clear a high legal threshold. This decision could potentially reverse Trump's New York conviction, as his legal team argues that the trial court did not follow this new framework. The case is now headed to the New York Court of Appeals and may eventually be reviewed by the Supreme Court again[3].

    ### Georgia Election Case

    In another high-profile case, Trump is facing charges in Georgia related to his alleged role in attempting to overturn the 2020 election results. A grand jury indicted Trump and 18 of his allies on various charges, including racketeering. Four co-defendants have pleaded guilty, and the trial is proposed to start on August 5, 2024. This case, brought by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, involves allegations of a wide-ranging effort to solicit public officers to violate their oaths and other misconduct[2].

    ### Civil Fraud Case

    Apart from the criminal cases, Trump is also embroiled in a civil fraud case in New York. Judge Arthur Engoron ruled that Trump and his associates committed business fraud by using false financial statements to secure business deals and loans. The ruling imposed a penalty of over $457 million and barred Trump from running a business in New York state for three years. Trump's legal team is appealing this decision, seeking to halt the collection of the penalty[2].

    ### Ongoing Legal Battles

    Trump's legal entanglements are far from over. His lawyers continue to argue for immunity from criminal prosecution for his actions while in office, a stance that has been partially supported by the Supreme Court's recent rulings. However, these arguments have been met with skepticism by prosecutors and some judges, who argue that Trump's claims of immunity are baseless and an attempt to evade criminal responsibility[1][2][3].

    In summary, Donald Trump's legal landscape is complex and dynamic, with multiple cases at various stages of litigation. As the first criminal president in U.S. history, Trump's legal battles are not only personal but also have significant implications for the presidency and the rule of law.
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