Article Title: Trump Convicted on All Counts in Hush-Money Case
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Former President Donald J. Trump was convicted on Thursday on all 34 counts of falsifying business records in a case stemming from a hush-money scandal that threatened his 2016 presidential campaign. The verdict, handed down by a jury of 12 New Yorkers, marks a historic moment in American justice and political history.
The former president’s sentencing is scheduled for July 11th. Here’s what you need to know:
– Trump can still be president: Despite the conviction, Mr. Trump can still run for president or serve in the White House. The Constitution places no restrictions on felons holding office.
– Inside the courtroom: Mr. Trump displayed little emotion as the verdict was read, with the jury delivering “Guilty” 34 times in under two minutes.
– Celebration and outrage: Reactions to the verdict were immediate, with demonstrators outside the courthouse celebrating while Mr. Trump’s campaign decried the decision.
– A proud prosecutor: Manhattan district attorney Alvin L. Bragg thanked the jury and highlighted the significance of the case in U.S. history.
– An 8-year odyssey: The case against Mr. Trump emerged from a tip eight years ago, leading to a complex legal battle that culminated in Thursday’s verdict.
– Trump’s response: Mr. Trump remained somber after the verdict, expressing his displeasure with the outcome and hinting at a future appeal.
The trial’s conclusion brings a mix of emotions and uncertainties as the nation grapples with the implications of a former president’s felony conviction.