The first criminal case against a former president concluded with final arguments on Tuesday after a six-week trial featuring high-profile witnesses accusing Donald Trump of covering up hush money payments to a porn star to hide illegal activity. The verdict, to be determined by a jury, could significantly impact Trump’s political future. The trial included testimony from 22 witnesses, dramatic clashes between lawyers and witnesses, and threats of jail time for Trump for violating a gag order. Key witness Michael Cohen testified that Trump knew about the payments to silence Stormy Daniels before the 2016 election, while Trump’s defense called Cohen a “liar.” Judge Juan Merchan also threatened Trump with jail and fines for violating the order. The prosecution presented evidence of falsified business records and payments to silence other women, while the defense argued that no crimes were committed. The trial also featured emotional moments, such as former Trump aide Hope Hicks breaking down on the stand. The prosecution argued that Trump authorized the hush money payments to benefit his 2016 election campaign, while the defense claimed Trump was being extorted. The jury deliberations are set to begin soon, and the case could have far-reaching implications for Trump’s future.
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Trial concludes, jury deliberations begin Wednesday
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