NEW YORK, New York — In a historic verdict, former President Donald Trump has been found guilty on all 34 counts related to falsifying business records in connection with the Stormy Daniels hush money scandal. The case marks the first time in U.S. history that a former president has been criminally convicted.
The charges stem from allegations that Trump orchestrated a scheme to pay $130,000 to adult film actress Stormy Daniels during his 2016 presidential campaign, in order to keep her silent about an alleged affair. Prosecutors argued that Trump falsified business records to conceal the payment, thereby violating state laws.
Legal experts have called the case unprecedented, not only because of the high-profile defendant but also due to the complexities of the legal arguments involved. The prosecution had to prove that Trump intended to commit another crime by falsifying the business records, a challenging burden that they successfully met.
The potential consequences for Trump include financial penalties and possible jail time, although the sentencing is scheduled for July 11. The outcome also casts a shadow over his political future.