Prosecutors investigating Donald Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 election in the US state of Georgia were expected to begin presenting evidence to a grand jury Monday for what could be a sprawling, multi-defendant indictment.

US: Another Trump indictment looms as grand jury hears election case

When Donald Trump announced to the world Thursday night that he had been indicted on a raft of federal charges, his message was consistent and singularly focused: Joe Biden is using the government to crush his political comeback.

Trump claims he is victim of 'vicious persecution' by Biden in first speech since federal indictment

Donald Trump is facing 37 felony charges over the alleged mishandling of classified documents. The 76-year-old billionaire - who served as the 45th president of the US between 2017 and 2021 - could face a lengthy prison sentence if he's ultimately convicted.

Donald Trump faces 37 felony charges in classified documents investigation

Prosecutors accused the former US President of endangering national security by holding on to top secret nuclear & defense documents after leaving White House. 76-year-old Trump is the frontrunner for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. The 49-page charge sheet said Trump took hundreds of classified government documents in cardboard boxes to his mar-a-lago residence in Florida. The indictment said Trump kept the files, which included records from the Pentagon, CIA & national security agency, unsecured at mar-a-logo, which hosted large events. On at least two occasions, trump showed classified papers on US Military operations & plans to people not cleared to see them at his Bedminster-new Jersey golf club. Trump's personal aide, Walt Nauta, was named as a co-conspirator, and charged with six counts for helping him hide documents. As per the indictment, the documents were kept at various locations in Mar-a-lago, including a ballroom, a bathroom, trump's bedroom & a storage room.

Prosecutors say Trump held on to secret nuclear & defence documents after leaving White House

Former US President Donald Trump says he has been indicted on charges of mishandling classified documents. He took to social media saying, "the corrupt Biden administration has informed my attorneys that I have been indicted."

Trump indictment : Former president faces seven charges in classified docs probe

A New York jury found Trump liable for sexually abusing & defaming a former magazine columnist & ordered the ex-president to pay her $5 million in damages. Jean Carroll's accusation of rape but upheld her other complaints in the closely watched civil trial. The former U.S. President immediately rejected the verdict as a disgrace. 79-year-old Carroll sued Trump last year, alleging that he raped her in the changing room of the luxury bergdorf goodman store on Manhattan's fifth avenue in 1996. Her lawyers called to the witness stand two other women who testified that Trump sexually assaulted them decades ago. Former businesswoman Jessica Leeds said that Trump groped her in the business class section of a flight in the united states in the 1970s. Journalist Natasha Stoynoff said Trump kissed her without her consent during an interview at his mar-a-lago estate in 2005. No criminal case can stem from Carroll's lawsuit.

Trump sexually abused writer E. Jean Carroll, must pay her $5 million, jury says

<p>Former US president Donald Trump has courted controversy yet again after it was revealed he removed an NBC reporter from his plane for asking questions about the criminal probe into Stormy Daniels hush money payments.</p>

<p>The incident allegedly took place on March 25&nbsp;after Trump's campaign rally in Waco, Texas, according to Fox News. He was speaking to a group of reporters aboard his plane when NBC News reporter&nbsp;Vaughn Hillyard said the former prez appeared frustrated by Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg's investigation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I’m not frustrated by anything. What am I, frustrated? I just did a speech for two hours. I’m not frustrated by it. It’s a fake investigation. We did nothing wrong. I told you that. … It’s the exact opposite,"&nbsp;Trump replied, according to a recording obtained by the Washington Post.</p>

<p>"This is fake news, and NBC is one of the worst at it. Don’t ask me any more questions. I heard you’re a nice guy from NBC, but you’re not," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Trump orders to get the reporter out</strong></h2>

<p>Having been shut down by Trump, the reporter only spoke after half an hour but was promptly given the same&nbsp;treatment. According to reports, a frustrated Trump grabbed the reporter's two phones from the table and tossed them to a side.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I don’t want to talk to you. You’re not a nice guy. Get him out of here," Trump could be heard telling his aides.&nbsp;"Let’s go, get him out of here. Out of here. Out of here," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Days after the alleged incident, Trump was indicted and later arraigned in New York City for falsifying the records related to hush-money payments to the former adult film star.&nbsp;He pleaded not guilty and maintained that he did not have an affair with Daniels.&nbsp;Notably, Trump is accused of having sex with the pornstar&nbsp;right after Melania gave birth to his son Barron.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Trump later slammed the probe and insulted Daniels, calling her 'horseface'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The district attorney of New York under the auspices and direction of the ‘department of injustice’ in Washington, DC, is investigating me for something that is not a crime, not a misdemeanour, not an affair,” said Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“I never liked horseface," added Trump, using a term which he has used for Daniels in the past.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>However, Daniels took the high road and said Trump should not be sent to prison.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I don’t think that his crimes against me are worthy of incarceration.&nbsp;I feel like the other things that he has done if he is found guilty, absolutely,"&nbsp;Daniels told British TV host Piers Morgan during an interview.&nbsp;</p>

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Former US president Donald Trump has courted controversy yet again after it was revealed he removed an NBC reporter from his plane for asking questions about the criminal probe into Stormy Daniels hush money payments.

Former US president Donald Trump has courted controversy yet again after it was revealed he removed an NBC reporter from his plane for asking questions about the criminal probe into Stormy Daniels hush money payments. The incident allegedly took place on March 25 after Trump's campaign rally in Waco, Texas, according to Fox News. He was speaking to a group of reporters aboard his plane when NBC News reporter Vaughn Hillyard said the former prez appeared frustrated by Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg's investigation. "I’m not frustrated by anything. What am I, frustrated? I just did a speech for two hours. I’m not frustrated by it. It’s a fake investigation. We did nothing wrong. I told you that. … It’s the exact opposite," Trump replied, according to a recording obtained by the Washington Post. "This is fake news, and NBC is one of the worst at it. Don’t ask me any more questions. I heard you’re a nice guy from NBC, but you’re not," he added. Trump orders to get the reporter out Having been shut down by Trump, the reporter only spoke after half an hour but was promptly given the same treatment. According to reports, a frustrated Trump grabbed the reporter's two phones from the table and tossed them to a side. "I don’t want to talk to you. You’re not a nice guy. Get him out of here," Trump could be heard telling his aides. "Let’s go, get him out of here. Out of here. Out of here," he added. Days after the alleged incident, Trump was indicted and later arraigned in New York City for falsifying the records related to hush-money payments to the former adult film star. He pleaded not guilty and maintained that he did not have an affair with Daniels. Notably, Trump is accused of having sex with the pornstar right after Melania gave birth to his son Barron. WATCH | Stormy Daniels says Donald Trump shouldn't go to jail in Hush money case × Trump later slammed the probe and insulted Daniels, calling her 'horseface'. "The district attorney of New York under the auspices and direction of the ‘department of injustice’ in Washington, DC, is investigating me for something that is not a crime, not a misdemeanour, not an affair,” said Trump. “I never liked horseface," added Trump, using a term which he has used for Daniels in the past. ALSO READ | Trump uses demeaning nickname for Stormy Daniels, denies having had an affair with her However, Daniels took the high road and said Trump should not be sent to prison. "I don’t think that his crimes against me are worthy of incarceration. I feel like the other things that he has done if he is found guilty, absolutely," Daniels told British TV host Piers Morgan during an interview. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Trump shushes reporter, throws his phone and kicks him out of plane: Report

A writer told a US civil trial Wednesday that an alleged sexual assault by Donald Trump three decades ago left her feeling “ashamed" and unable to have romantic relationships. “I’m here because Donald Trump raped me," E. Jean Carroll said in Manhattan’s federal court, which is hearing a defamation and battery lawsuit against the former president.

'Donald Trump Raped Me': US writer testifies before court in Lawsuit trial

Former President Donald Trump answered questions for nearly seven hours today during his second deposition in a legal battle with New York's attorney general over his company's business practices, reversing an earlier decision to invoke his Fifth Amendment protection against self-incrimination and remain silent.

Former US President Donald Trump grilled for 7 hours in New York fraud lawsuit

The indictment and other ongoing criminal investigations of Donald Trump raise the real — if still remote — prospect that a leading contender for the 2024 presidential nomination could face prison time.

Explained: Can Trump run for president from prison?

James filed the civil fraud lawsuit last September against Trump, three of his adult children, the Trump Organization and others. The suit accuses Trump of repeatedly overstating the values of his assets in statements to banks, insurance companies and the IRS in order to obtain better loan and tax terms.

Trump faces deposition in New York AG Letitia James' fraud lawsuit

<p>The world now knows that Donald Trump, the former United States president, has been charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in the historic hush-money case. Trump allegedly orchestrated payments to two women before the 2016 US election to suppress the publication of their sexual encounters with him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg is prosecuting the 76-year-old for hiding payment and the prosecutors also say that Trump "repeatedly and fraudulently falsified New York business records to conceal criminal conduct that hid damaging information from the voting public during the 2016 presidential election."&nbsp;</p>

<p>After Trump got to know that he was going to be the first US president ever to face criminal charges in court, he reportedly went out for dinner with his wife and former first lady Melania Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A report by Daily Mail mentioned that Melania was seen calm and composed, donning a beautiful red dress, but after that, she hasn't been seen in public.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She didn't travel with Trump when the former president was coming to New York to hear charges. She was also not seen when Trump, who pleaded not guilty to the charges, addressed an audience of donors, political allies and other supporters after returning to Mar-a-Lago, in southern Florida. Melania remained MIA. During the address, Trump named all of his children, but not his wife.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>The question is, where is Melania Trump?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>During the legal drama, the absence of Melania was noticeable and so was Ivanka's—who often strikes as a strong pillar in Donald Trump's life. Notably, Ivanka has already taken a step back from politics, but many expected her to be with her father in New York.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a report by Page Six, Stephanie Winston Wolkoff, a former close friend and adviser to Melania, was quoted as saying that Melania lives in "an ivory tower of denial" and is not humiliated by her husband's affairs. Wolkoff also claimed that her "silence is deliberate" and it is her "weapon of choice" and her "protective armour".&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;The Donald Trump Hush Money Saga&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>The report mentioned that Wolkoff was friends with Melania for 15 years. She later even wrote a tell-all book about the former first lady, claiming that Melania apparently knows her husband's extramarital affairs. The report also claims that Melania has no plans to leave him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She said, "I don't think Melania is humiliated by his affairs — but she is angry. Still, she isn't leaving him. This is a transactional marriage. She knew what she was getting into when she married Donald. Her means of survival is to just act like it never happened."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Wolkoff even said that Melania says people are "just jealous, and she hoped the Stormy Daniels scandal would be swept under the carpet".&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Is Melania heading for a divorce?</strong></h2>

<p>A report by MARCA mentioned that Melania is reportedly distancing herself from the former president and in fact, some rumours even claim&nbsp;that the couple might be headed for divorce.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Quoting an anonymous insider, the report mentioned: "Their (Donald Trump and Melania's) paths barely cross. Melania is no different from any woman. Having her husband accused of cheating on her not just once but twice is extremely disturbing."&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What did Stormy Daniels say to Melania?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The adult film actress Stormy Daniels, who is at the centre of the hush-money saga, sent a message to Melania. In a video posted by The Independent, Daniels was seen saying that Melania can call her to testify in case the latter decides to file a divorce and needs her during the hearing.&nbsp;</p>

<p>So far, there's no concrete proof or official statement that may suggest that Melania Trump is heading for a divorce.&nbsp;</p>

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The world now knows that Donald Trump, the former United States president, has been charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in the historic hush-money case.

The world now knows that Donald Trump, the former United States president, has been charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in the historic hush-money case. Trump allegedly orchestrated payments to two women before the 2016 US election to suppress the publication of their sexual encounters with him. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg is prosecuting the 76-year-old for hiding payment and the prosecutors also say that Trump "repeatedly and fraudulently falsified New York business records to conceal criminal conduct that hid damaging information from the voting public during the 2016 presidential election." After Trump got to know that he was going to be the first US president ever to face criminal charges in court, he reportedly went out for dinner with his wife and former first lady Melania Trump. A report by Daily Mail mentioned that Melania was seen calm and composed, donning a beautiful red dress, but after that, she hasn't been seen in public. She didn't travel with Trump when the former president was coming to New York to hear charges. She was also not seen when Trump, who pleaded not guilty to the charges, addressed an audience of donors, political allies and other supporters after returning to Mar-a-Lago, in southern Florida. Melania remained MIA. During the address, Trump named all of his children, but not his wife. ALSO READ | Trump's chances of winning Republican nomination for 2024 election high: Poll The question is, where is Melania Trump? During the legal drama, the absence of Melania was noticeable and so was Ivanka's—who often strikes as a strong pillar in Donald Trump's life. Notably, Ivanka has already taken a step back from politics, but many expected her to be with her father in New York. In a report by Page Six, Stephanie Winston Wolkoff, a former close friend and adviser to Melania, was quoted as saying that Melania lives in "an ivory tower of denial" and is not humiliated by her husband's affairs. Wolkoff also claimed that her "silence is deliberate" and it is her "weapon of choice" and her "protective armour". WATCH | The Donald Trump Hush Money Saga × The report mentioned that Wolkoff was friends with Melania for 15 years. She later even wrote a tell-all book about the former first lady, claiming that Melania apparently knows her husband's extramarital affairs. The report also claims that Melania has no plans to leave him. She said, "I don't think Melania is humiliated by his affairs — but she is angry. Still, she isn't leaving him. This is a transactional marriage. She knew what she was getting into when she married Donald. Her means of survival is to just act like it never happened." Wolkoff even said that Melania says people are "just jealous, and she hoped the Stormy Daniels scandal would be swept under the carpet". ALSO READ | Biden administration blames Donald trump for ‘hasty, chaotic’ 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal Is Melania heading for a divorce? A report by MARCA mentioned that Melania is reportedly distancing herself from the former president and in fact, some rumours even claim that the couple might be headed for divorce. Quoting an anonymous insider, the report mentioned: "Their (Donald Trump and Melania's) paths barely cross. Melania is no different from any woman. Having her husband accused of cheating on her not just once but twice is extremely disturbing." What did Stormy Daniels say to Melania? The adult film actress Stormy Daniels, who is at the centre of the hush-money saga, sent a message to Melania. In a video posted by The Independent, Daniels was seen saying that Melania can call her to testify in case the latter decides to file a divorce and needs her during the hearing. So far, there's no concrete proof or official statement that may suggest that Melania Trump is heading for a divorce. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Melania conspicuous by her absence in Donald Trump's hush-money saga. Trouble brewing at home?

Stormy Daniels, the adult film star at the center of the criminal case against Donald Trump, said she does not think the former president should go to prison if convicted of concealing hush money payments he made to her.

Stormy Daniels says Donald Trump shouldn't go to jail in Hush money case

Speaking to an American television, adult film star Stormy Daniels says she believes that former president Donald Trump should not go to prison just if found guilty of concealing payments in the newest development in the Trump hush money payment Saga.

Stormy Daniels: Donald Trump shouldn't go to jail if convicted of concealing payments

<p>The judge, who presided over Donald Trump's arraignment, and his family have received multiple threats in form of calls, emails and letters following the former president's historic arrest in New York, as per media reports.</p>

<p>On Tuesday, Trump pleaded not guilty in the Manhattan court to the 34 felony counts against him related to the hush money payment made to porn star Stormy Daniels.</p>

<p>NBC as well as other media houses reported that Judge Juan Merchan along with his family has been receiving “dozens” of threats.</p>

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<p>The report stated that the threats, similar to the ones directed towards Manhattan district attorney Alvin Bragg and other officials, were received in the form of emails, letters and calls.</p>

<p>New York police enhanced security around Merchan and the court and started providing “extra security to all affected staff members”, stated NBC. The biographies of employees working at Bragg’s office have been pulled out from the website of the district attorney.</p>

<p>The New York Daily News, in its report, also claimed that Merchan and his family received threats and quoted a source telling them that “the content of the calls, emails and letters was … harassing and defamatory, with most of the trolls calling from out of state”.</p>

<p>New York office of court administration's spokesperson Lucian Chalfen told the paper, “We continue to evaluate and re-evaluate security concerns and potential threats. We have maintained an increased security presence in and around courthouses and throughout the judiciary and will adjust protocols as necessary.”</p>

<p>Meanwhile, retired conservative judge and former vice-president Mike Pence's adviser, who received national prominence after he gave testimony to the House January 6 committee, J Michael Luttig warned that Trump may receive a gag order over the attacks made by him on Judge Merchan.</p>

<p><strong>WATCH | Donald Trump to surrender for arraignment on criminal charges in Manhattan</strong></p>

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<p>“There is no court that would want to impose a gag order on a president of the United States. But if the former president forces the Manhattan criminal court, the court will have no choice,” Luttig said.</p>

<p>Manhattan district attorney's former rackets bureau chief Mike Scotto said, “A gag order is used to protect the defendant’s rights to a fair trial and also the government’s rights to a fair trial, so that the potential jurors don’t learn anything about the case that they’re not going to learn in court.”</p>

<p>During the court proceedings, Merchan had warned Trump to “refrain from making statements that are likely to incite violence and civil unrest”. He had also said to Trump's lawyer, “I don’t share your view that certain language is justified by frustration.”</p>

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The judge, who presided over Donald Trump's arraignment, and his family have received multiple threats in form of calls, emails and letters following the former president's historic arrest in New York, as per media reports.

The judge, who presided over Donald Trump's arraignment, and his family have received multiple threats in form of calls, emails and letters following the former president's historic arrest in New York, as per media reports. On Tuesday, Trump pleaded not guilty in the Manhattan court to the 34 felony counts against him related to the hush money payment made to porn star Stormy Daniels. NBC as well as other media houses reported that Judge Juan Merchan along with his family has been receiving “dozens” of threats. ALSO READ | Never thought this could happen in America: Donald Trump's first remarks following arraignment The report stated that the threats, similar to the ones directed towards Manhattan district attorney Alvin Bragg and other officials, were received in the form of emails, letters and calls. New York police enhanced security around Merchan and the court and started providing “extra security to all affected staff members”, stated NBC. The biographies of employees working at Bragg’s office have been pulled out from the website of the district attorney. The New York Daily News, in its report, also claimed that Merchan and his family received threats and quoted a source telling them that “the content of the calls, emails and letters was … harassing and defamatory, with most of the trolls calling from out of state”. New York office of court administration's spokesperson Lucian Chalfen told the paper, “We continue to evaluate and re-evaluate security concerns and potential threats. We have maintained an increased security presence in and around courthouses and throughout the judiciary and will adjust protocols as necessary.” Meanwhile, retired conservative judge and former vice-president Mike Pence's adviser, who received national prominence after he gave testimony to the House January 6 committee, J Michael Luttig warned that Trump may receive a gag order over the attacks made by him on Judge Merchan. WATCH | Donald Trump to surrender for arraignment on criminal charges in Manhattan “There is no court that would want to impose a gag order on a president of the United States. But if the former president forces the Manhattan criminal court, the court will have no choice,” Luttig said. Manhattan district attorney's former rackets bureau chief Mike Scotto said, “A gag order is used to protect the defendant’s rights to a fair trial and also the government’s rights to a fair trial, so that the potential jurors don’t learn anything about the case that they’re not going to learn in court.” During the court proceedings, Merchan had warned Trump to “refrain from making statements that are likely to incite violence and civil unrest”. He had also said to Trump's lawyer, “I don’t share your view that certain language is justified by frustration.” (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Former President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to 34 felony criminal charges of falsifying business records in Manhattan criminal court Tuesday afternoon.

Donald Trump pleads not guilty to 34 felony counts of falsifying business records

<p>Porn star Stormy Daniels, who is at the centre of a historic indictment against former US president Donald Trump, has said that she does not think that Trump should be imprisoned in the matter of hush money payments made to her before the 2016 presidential campaign,&nbsp; even if he is convicted of concealing the payments. Talking to Fox News host Piers Morgan, Daniels said, "I don’t think that his crimes against me are worthy of incarceration."</p>

<p>"I feel like the other things that he has done, if he is found guilty, absolutely," Daniels told Morgan during the interview set to air on Thursday.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p>Morgan described the 90-minute interview with 44-year-old Daniels as "astonishing" in his Twitter post.</p>

<p>"I just finished an astonishing 90-minute interview with Stormy Daniels," Morgan wrote on Twitter. "Everyone's had their say about her, now she tells HER story about the fling that may send President Trump to prison."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Trump was arraigned in the matter in New York on Tuesday and indicted on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records over allegations he orchestrated hush-money payments to Daniels and former Playboy model Karen McDougal to silence them about their alleged sexual encounters with him. He pleaded not guilty and has maintained that he did not have an affair with Stormy Daniels.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>When asked by Morgan if she would testify if had to, she said, "It's daunting, but I look forward to it. You know what I mean? Because I have nothing to hide. I'm the only one that has been telling the truth. And, you know, it can't shame me anymore."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Daniels feels that if she is called to testify, that just legitimises her side of the story.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I think having them call me in and put me on the stand legitimises my story and who I am. And if they don't, it almost feels like they're hiding me," Daniels said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Prosecutors in Manhattan say that Trump tried to conceal a violation of election laws during his successful 2016 campaign.</p>

<p>The next hearing in the case is set for December 4 and a trial isn't likely to start for another year, experts say.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Who is Stormy Daniels?</strong></p>

<p>Trump has been tied in several legal cases, but the hush money payment matter regarding porn star Stormy Daniels is the one that can push him off the edge. The matter pertains to a hush money payment of $130,000 which Stormy Daniels says she was given when Trump was campaigning for the 2016 presidential election. It was given in lieu of her silence regarding an affair she had with Trump in 2006. She reportedly had sex with Trump right after his wife Melania gave birth to Barron Trump.</p>

<p>Stormy Daniels' real name is Stephanie Clifford. At the time the alleged affair happened, she was an established adult-entertainment actress and a director. She even had several awards to her name. Stormy is a Scotlandville Magnet High School graduate who once wanted to become a journalist. But her career took a massive turn when she visited a friend at a strip club at the age of 17 and soon started performing herself at a strip club in Baton Rouge. She changed her name soon after and chose "Stormy Daniels" since she loved the American rock band Mötley Crüe, and the band's bassist, Nikki Sixx, had named his daughter Storm.</p>

<p>She became an adult film actress and also directed several movies. Stormy Daniels has also appeared in a few mainstream TV shows and movies. She was in Steve Carell-starrer&nbsp;<em>The 40-Year-Old Virgin</em>&nbsp;and seen as a pole dancer in the Maroon 5 music video&nbsp;<em>Wake Up Call</em>.</p>

<p>In 2010, Stormy even tried her luck in politics and sought a Republican Senate nomination in Louisiana against David Vitter, but backed out soon after saying that she could not afford to run for the Senate and slammed the media for not taking her seriously.</p>

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Porn star Stormy Daniels, who is at the centre of a historic indictment against former US president Donald Trump, has said that she does not think that Trump should be imprisoned in the matter of hush money payments made to her before the 2016 presidential campaign, even if he is convicted of concealing the payments.

Porn star Stormy Daniels, who is at the centre of a historic indictment against former US president Donald Trump, has said that she does not think that Trump should be imprisoned in the matter of hush money payments made to her before the 2016 presidential campaign, even if he is convicted of concealing the payments. Talking to Fox News host Piers Morgan, Daniels said, "I don’t think that his crimes against me are worthy of incarceration." "I feel like the other things that he has done, if he is found guilty, absolutely," Daniels told Morgan during the interview set to air on Thursday. Morgan described the 90-minute interview with 44-year-old Daniels as "astonishing" in his Twitter post. "I just finished an astonishing 90-minute interview with Stormy Daniels," Morgan wrote on Twitter. "Everyone's had their say about her, now she tells HER story about the fling that may send President Trump to prison." WORLD EXCLUSIVE: I just finished an astonishing 90-minute interview with ⁦@StormyDaniels⁩ Everyone’s had their say about her, now she tells HER story about the fling that may send President Trump to prison. It airs tomorrow on ⁦@PiersUncensored⁩ pic.twitter.com/Ez0HCYJ4AA — Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) April 5, 2023 × Trump was arraigned in the matter in New York on Tuesday and indicted on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records over allegations he orchestrated hush-money payments to Daniels and former Playboy model Karen McDougal to silence them about their alleged sexual encounters with him. He pleaded not guilty and has maintained that he did not have an affair with Stormy Daniels. Also Read | Explained: Who is Stormy Daniels, the porn star who could send ex-prez Trump to jail When asked by Morgan if she would testify if had to, she said, "It's daunting, but I look forward to it. You know what I mean? Because I have nothing to hide. I'm the only one that has been telling the truth. And, you know, it can't shame me anymore." Daniels feels that if she is called to testify, that just legitimises her side of the story. "I think having them call me in and put me on the stand legitimises my story and who I am. And if they don't, it almost feels like they're hiding me," Daniels said. Prosecutors in Manhattan say that Trump tried to conceal a violation of election laws during his successful 2016 campaign. The next hearing in the case is set for December 4 and a trial isn't likely to start for another year, experts say. Who is Stormy Daniels? Trump has been tied in several legal cases, but the hush money payment matter regarding porn star Stormy Daniels is the one that can push him off the edge. The matter pertains to a hush money payment of $130,000 which Stormy Daniels says she was given when Trump was campaigning for the 2016 presidential election. It was given in lieu of her silence regarding an affair she had with Trump in 2006. She reportedly had sex with Trump right after his wife Melania gave birth to Barron Trump. Stormy Daniels' real name is Stephanie Clifford. At the time the alleged affair happened, she was an established adult-entertainment actress and a director. She even had several awards to her name. Stormy is a Scotlandville Magnet High School graduate who once wanted to become a journalist. But her career took a massive turn when she visited a friend at a strip club at the age of 17 and soon started performing herself at a strip club in Baton Rouge. She changed her name soon after and chose "Stormy Daniels" since she loved the American rock band Mötley Crüe, and the band's bassist, Nikki Sixx, had named his daughter Storm. She became an adult film actress and also directed several movies. Stormy Daniels has also appeared in a few mainstream TV shows and movies. She was in Steve Carell-starrer The 40-Year-Old Virgin and seen as a pole dancer in the Maroon 5 music video Wake Up Call. In 2010, Stormy even tried her luck in politics and sought a Republican Senate nomination in Louisiana against David Vitter, but backed out soon after saying that she could not afford to run for the Senate and slammed the media for not taking her seriously. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Stormy Daniels speaks up, says Trump doesn't deserve prison time in hush-money payment case

The cover-up is worse than the crime, the expression goes. And in the hush money case against Donald Trump, prosecutors say the cover-up made the crime worse.

Hush money case: Legal challenges in Trump's conviction

Former US President Donald Trump has entered a 'not guilty' please after historic arraignment on 34 felony charges of falsifying records. Legal experts now say that it will not be easy for the New York prosecutors to prove Trump committed a felony in order to convict him.

US | Donald Trump's alleged hush money payments: Experts say felony charges 'difficult to prove'

The drama at the Manhattan Criminal Courthouse began hours before Trump's arraignment when some of his fervent fans clashed with aggrieved protesters as the tension and anticipation surrounding his historic appearance bubbled over.

Hush Money Case: Trump supporters protest outside New York Court

Former President Donald Trump surrendered on Tuesday at a local court here, making history as the first former holder of the US’ highest office to be arrested.

Donald Trump walks into New York courthouse to be arrested

Donald Trump formally arrested after arriving at New York courthouse

Hush Money Case: Donald Trump Arraignment underway in NYC

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<p>Juan Merchan, the judge handling Donald Trump's hush-money case, is aware of the drama the former US president brings to court as the two have crossed paths. In 2022, Justice Juan Manuel Merchan handled the tax-fraud trial that led to the conviction of the chief financial officer of the Trump Organization, Allen Weisselberg. However, the hush-money issue related to former adult film star Stormy Daniels and former US President Donald Trump is the most high-profile case Juan Merchan will oversee in his 16-year-old career. Moreover, he will preside over a criminal case against Trump's ally, Steve Banon. Banon is facing fraud and money laundering charges about a charity aiding the US-Mexico border wall development.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Here's everything you need to know about Juan Merchan, the judge presiding over Donald Trump's case.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Juan Merchan's legal career</strong></h2>

<p>Juan Merchan received his law degree in 1994. His law practice started as an Assistant District Attorney in the Trial Division of the New York County District Attorney's Office. Four years later, he joined the Investigate Division in 1998. In 1999, he began working for the New York State Attorney General and stayed till 2006. In August 2006, he became a judge when New York's Mayor Michael Bloomberg appointed him to the Family Court of the City of New York, Bronx County. Merchan presided over felony criminal trials in the Supreme Court of New York from 2009. He has been serving in the position ever since then.</p>

<h2><strong>Juan Merchan's personal life</strong></h2>

<p>The 60-year-old Juan Merchan was born in Bogota, Colombia and moved to New York at six. He is married to Lauren Merchan. Not much information is available about his family.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Juan Merchan &amp; Donald Trump's connection</strong></h2>

<p>Ahead of his court trial, former US President Donald Trump posted from his official social media handle on Truth Social that Justice Merchan 'HATES' him. So far, Trump has denied all alleged misdeeds. In 2022, Justice Merchan was adamant that there was no political motivation behind the charges in the case against Trump Organization. He said, "I will not allow you in any way to bring up selective prosecution claim, or claim this is some sort of novel prosecution."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Donald Trump, 76, was indicted by the Manhattan grand jury last week in a case about a hush-money payment made to Stormy Daniels in 2016 by his former attorney. However, he has pleaded not guilty to all charges.&nbsp;</p>


Juan Merchan, the judge handling Donald Trump's hush-money case, is aware of the drama the former US president brings to court as the two have crossed paths. In 2022, Justice Juan Manuel Merchan handled the tax-fraud trial that led to the conviction of the chief financial officer of the Trump Organization, Allen Weisselberg.

Juan Merchan, the judge handling Donald Trump's hush-money case, is aware of the drama the former US president brings to court as the two have crossed paths. In 2022, Justice Juan Manuel Merchan handled the tax-fraud trial that led to the conviction of the chief financial officer of the Trump Organization, Allen Weisselberg. However, the hush-money issue related to former adult film star Stormy Daniels and former US President Donald Trump is the most high-profile case Juan Merchan will oversee in his 16-year-old career. Moreover, he will preside over a criminal case against Trump's ally, Steve Banon. Banon is facing fraud and money laundering charges about a charity aiding the US-Mexico border wall development. Here's everything you need to know about Juan Merchan, the judge presiding over Donald Trump's case. Juan Merchan's legal career Juan Merchan received his law degree in 1994. His law practice started as an Assistant District Attorney in the Trial Division of the New York County District Attorney's Office. Four years later, he joined the Investigate Division in 1998. In 1999, he began working for the New York State Attorney General and stayed till 2006. In August 2006, he became a judge when New York's Mayor Michael Bloomberg appointed him to the Family Court of the City of New York, Bronx County. Merchan presided over felony criminal trials in the Supreme Court of New York from 2009. He has been serving in the position ever since then. Juan Merchan's personal life The 60-year-old Juan Merchan was born in Bogota, Colombia and moved to New York at six. He is married to Lauren Merchan. Not much information is available about his family. Juan Merchan & Donald Trump's connection Ahead of his court trial, former US President Donald Trump posted from his official social media handle on Truth Social that Justice Merchan 'HATES' him. So far, Trump has denied all alleged misdeeds. In 2022, Justice Merchan was adamant that there was no political motivation behind the charges in the case against Trump Organization. He said, "I will not allow you in any way to bring up selective prosecution claim, or claim this is some sort of novel prosecution." Donald Trump, 76, was indicted by the Manhattan grand jury last week in a case about a hush-money payment made to Stormy Daniels in 2016 by his former attorney. However, he has pleaded not guilty to all charges.

Who is Juan Merchan? Judge presiding over Donald Trump's case on hush money payment to Stormy Daniels

Hush Money Case: Donald Trump enters courtroom to hear charges against him

<p>Former US president Donald Trump appeared in a New York City courthouse on Tuesday (April 4) to face criminal charges. This was the first time any sitting or former US president encountered such a situation. Trump already has a 'distinction' on&nbsp;his record as the only US president to be impeached twice. Here is all you need to know before the mega-political and legal spectacle unfolds.</p>

<h2><strong>Why is Donald Trump in trouble?</strong></h2>

<p>Donald Trump became president of the US after his victory in 2016 elections. He defeated Hillary Clinton, a major political figure in US as well as global politics.</p>

<p>It is being said that in the run-up to elections in 2016,&nbsp;Trump paid porn star Stormy Daniels USD 130,000 to buy her silence about an alleged affair he had with her. Trump denies having had any relations with her.</p>

<p>Such a payment in itself does not violate existing laws&nbsp;in the US but the plot thickens.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Trump arrives in New York ahead of surrender, first former US President to face criminal charges</strong></p>

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<p>Michael Cohen, once a very close Trump ally-turned antagonist, has said that Trump directed him to make the payment to Daniels. Cohen, a former personal lawyer of Trump, said that he was reimbursed and has shown cheques paid to him by Trump. Cohen has shown these cheques to US Congress.</p>

<h2><strong>So what is the problem?</strong></h2>

<p>Prosecutors say that Trump's repayment to Michael Cohen was recorded as legal fees. This amounts to falsifying business&nbsp;records and is a criminal offence in New York.</p>

<h2><strong>What are the charges against Trump?</strong></h2>

<p>World does not know this for sure as they&nbsp;are under seal. Information about the charges will begin to become public once the seal is broken in the courthouse on Tuesday.</p>

<p>However, various media outlets have hinted at what and how many charges there will be, citing sources and people from Trump's camp.</p>

<p>BBC has quoted Trump's lawyer Joe Tacopina who said that there can be 30 separate charges. This is because each cheque Trump wrote to Cohen can be considered separately, he said.</p>

<h2><strong>Will Trump be accused of a felony?</strong></h2>

<p>As per BBC, a fraud can amount to felony in New York if it is committed in order to&nbsp;hide another crime. US media has quoted sources who have said that at least one of the charges against Donald Trump may become a felony.</p>

<h2><strong>What will these charges be?</strong></h2>

<p>It is likely that felony charges would be made and be connected to campaign finance rules. Since payment to Stormy Daniels was made close to the 2016 presidential elections, the payment may technically come under the purview of campaign finance. It will be doubly true if prosecutors think Trump attempted to hide this payment as he wanted voters to not know about the entire saga.</p>

<p>Michael Cohen has already been convicted of breaking campaign finance rules in connection with payment to Stormy Daniels. This definitely does not sound well for Donald Trump.</p>

<p>Late on Monday, Yahoo News said Trump will&nbsp;face 34 felony counts for falsification of business records. The outlet cited a single source briefed on Tuesday's arraignment procedures. Yahoo said none of the charges against Trump were misdemeanors.</p>

<h2><strong>Keeping Daniels case aside, is Trump in deeper trouble?</strong></h2>

<p>BBC reported that at least one witness has been questioned by prosecutors about USD 150,000 payment made to Karen McDougal, a former Playboy Magazine Playmate of the Year model.</p>

<h2><strong>So what will happen to Trump? Will he be handcuffed?</strong></h2>

<p>As per experts interviewed by CNN, it is within the law to handcuff an accused, take his fingerprints and take a mugshot. However, Donald Trump is a former president of the most powerful country on Earth. There may be many opinions about what he did but given his stature as a former president, it looks unlikely that Trump will be treated like a petty criminal even when he is undergoing the due process.</p>

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<p>Besides, if photos of him being handcuffed go viral, as they are most likely to, it may be a political and diplomatic embarrassment for the US as it navigates global issues.</p>

<p>Still, we do not know for sure what will happen and at this stage, we can only speculate.</p>

<h2><strong>Does the entire case make Trump ineligible to run for president?</strong></h2>

<p>Highly unlikely. Donald Trump has already made his intentions clear that he will contest elections to become US president again in 2024. For all his troubles, Trump still has a strong sway within the Republican Party, as was evident in the immediate aftermath of his election defeat in 2020.</p>

<p>Even as the current situation unfolds, prominent names from the Republican Party have rallied to support Trump calling the prosecution a 'witch hunt'.</p>

<p>In any case, the situation that will unfold on Tuesday will go down in history, just like the Capitol Hill attack but (probably) without any violence this time.</p>

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Former US president Donald Trump appeared in a New York City courthouse on Tuesday (April 4) to face criminal charges. This was the first time any sitting or former US president encountered such a situation.

Former US president Donald Trump appeared in a New York City courthouse on Tuesday (April 4) to face criminal charges. This was the first time any sitting or former US president encountered such a situation. Trump already has a 'distinction' on his record as the only US president to be impeached twice. Here is all you need to know before the mega-political and legal spectacle unfolds. Why is Donald Trump in trouble? Donald Trump became president of the US after his victory in 2016 elections. He defeated Hillary Clinton, a major political figure in US as well as global politics. It is being said that in the run-up to elections in 2016, Trump paid porn star Stormy Daniels USD 130,000 to buy her silence about an alleged affair he had with her. Trump denies having had any relations with her. Such a payment in itself does not violate existing laws in the US but the plot thickens. Watch | Trump arrives in New York ahead of surrender, first former US President to face criminal charges × Michael Cohen, once a very close Trump ally-turned antagonist, has said that Trump directed him to make the payment to Daniels. Cohen, a former personal lawyer of Trump, said that he was reimbursed and has shown cheques paid to him by Trump. Cohen has shown these cheques to US Congress. So what is the problem? Prosecutors say that Trump's repayment to Michael Cohen was recorded as legal fees. This amounts to falsifying business records and is a criminal offence in New York. What are the charges against Trump? World does not know this for sure as they are under seal. Information about the charges will begin to become public once the seal is broken in the courthouse on Tuesday. However, various media outlets have hinted at what and how many charges there will be, citing sources and people from Trump's camp. BBC has quoted Trump's lawyer Joe Tacopina who said that there can be 30 separate charges. This is because each cheque Trump wrote to Cohen can be considered separately, he said. Will Trump be accused of a felony? As per BBC, a fraud can amount to felony in New York if it is committed in order to hide another crime. US media has quoted sources who have said that at least one of the charges against Donald Trump may become a felony. What will these charges be? It is likely that felony charges would be made and be connected to campaign finance rules. Since payment to Stormy Daniels was made close to the 2016 presidential elections, the payment may technically come under the purview of campaign finance. It will be doubly true if prosecutors think Trump attempted to hide this payment as he wanted voters to not know about the entire saga. Michael Cohen has already been convicted of breaking campaign finance rules in connection with payment to Stormy Daniels. This definitely does not sound well for Donald Trump. Late on Monday, Yahoo News said Trump will face 34 felony counts for falsification of business records. The outlet cited a single source briefed on Tuesday's arraignment procedures. Yahoo said none of the charges against Trump were misdemeanors. Keeping Daniels case aside, is Trump in deeper trouble? BBC reported that at least one witness has been questioned by prosecutors about USD 150,000 payment made to Karen McDougal, a former Playboy Magazine Playmate of the Year model. So what will happen to Trump? Will he be handcuffed? As per experts interviewed by CNN, it is within the law to handcuff an accused, take his fingerprints and take a mugshot. However, Donald Trump is a former president of the most powerful country on Earth. There may be many opinions about what he did but given his stature as a former president, it looks unlikely that Trump will be treated like a petty criminal even when he is undergoing the due process. Also Read | Ex-US president Trump arrives in New York to surrender in hush money case Besides, if photos of him being handcuffed go viral, as they are most likely to, it may be a political and diplomatic embarrassment for the US as it navigates global issues. Still, we do not know for sure what will happen and at this stage, we can only speculate. Does the entire case make Trump ineligible to run for president? Highly unlikely. Donald Trump has already made his intentions clear that he will contest elections to become US president again in 2024. For all his troubles, Trump still has a strong sway within the Republican Party, as was evident in the immediate aftermath of his election defeat in 2020. Even as the current situation unfolds, prominent names from the Republican Party have rallied to support Trump calling the prosecution a 'witch hunt'. In any case, the situation that will unfold on Tuesday will go down in history, just like the Capitol Hill attack but (probably) without any violence this time. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Explained | Stormy seas for Donald Trump: Why he is in trouble and what's the case about

Donald Trump, the former US president and front-runner for the 2024 Republican nomination, pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to 34 felony counts of falsifying business records after an investigation into hush money paid to Stormy Daniels.

Donald Trump indictment: Former Pres pleads not guilty, says 'never thought this could happen in US'

<p>Former United States president Donald Trump addressed a press conference on Tuesday (April 4) following his arraignment in the hush money case. Speaking at the Mar-a-Lago, his beachfront mansion in southern Florida, Trump, 76, said he never thought anything like this could happen in America. "The only crime that I've committed is to fearlessly defend our nation from those who seek to destroy it... It's an insult to our country," he told an audience of several hundred donors, political allies and other supporters.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Hitting out at current President Joe Biden and his administration, Trump said that America was going to hell, and the world was already laughing at the country for so many reasons.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"If we took five worst presidents and they wouldn't have near destruction to the country which Joe Biden and administration have done. We are a failing nation," Trump added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The former president also said that "radical left" prosecutors across the country were out to get him "at any cost."</p>

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<p>Earlier on Tuesday, Trump pleaded not guilty to 34 felony counts of falsifying business records stemming from three pre-election hush-money cases. The twice-impeached Republican is the first sitting or former American president to be criminally indicted.</p>

<p>A statement released alongside the indictment included details of hush money payments to Daniels, Playboy model Karen McDougal and a former Trump Tower doorman claiming to have a story about a child the former president had out of wedlock.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO WATCH | Donald Trump pleads not guilty to 34 felony counts in hush money case</strong></p>

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<p>Manhattan prosecutors said that Trump "repeatedly and fraudulently falsified New York business records to conceal criminal conduct that hid damaging information from the voting public during the 2016 presidential election."</p>

<p>After the dramatic court hearing&nbsp;in New York, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg told reporters that he would not allow Trump to get away with lawbreaking. &nbsp;"These are felony crimes in New York State. No matter who you are we cannot and will not normalise serious criminal conduct," Bragg said, adding that everyone stands equal before the law.&nbsp;</p>

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Former United States president Donald Trump addressed a press conference on Tuesday (April 4) following his arraignment in the hush money case. Speaking at the Mar-a-Lago, his beachfront mansion in southern Florida, Trump, 76, said he never thought anything like this could happen in America.

Former United States president Donald Trump addressed a press conference on Tuesday (April 4) following his arraignment in the hush money case. Speaking at the Mar-a-Lago, his beachfront mansion in southern Florida, Trump, 76, said he never thought anything like this could happen in America. "The only crime that I've committed is to fearlessly defend our nation from those who seek to destroy it... It's an insult to our country," he told an audience of several hundred donors, political allies and other supporters. ALSO READ | How American lawmakers reacted to Donald Trump's arraignment? Hitting out at current President Joe Biden and his administration, Trump said that America was going to hell, and the world was already laughing at the country for so many reasons. "If we took five worst presidents and they wouldn't have near destruction to the country which Joe Biden and administration have done. We are a failing nation," Trump added. The former president also said that "radical left" prosecutors across the country were out to get him "at any cost." ALSO READ | Would not allow Donald Trump to get away with lawbreaking: Manhattan DA Earlier on Tuesday, Trump pleaded not guilty to 34 felony counts of falsifying business records stemming from three pre-election hush-money cases. The twice-impeached Republican is the first sitting or former American president to be criminally indicted. A statement released alongside the indictment included details of hush money payments to Daniels, Playboy model Karen McDougal and a former Trump Tower doorman claiming to have a story about a child the former president had out of wedlock. ALSO WATCH | Donald Trump pleads not guilty to 34 felony counts in hush money case × Manhattan prosecutors said that Trump "repeatedly and fraudulently falsified New York business records to conceal criminal conduct that hid damaging information from the voting public during the 2016 presidential election." After the dramatic court hearing in New York, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg told reporters that he would not allow Trump to get away with lawbreaking. "These are felony crimes in New York State. No matter who you are we cannot and will not normalise serious criminal conduct," Bragg said, adding that everyone stands equal before the law. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Never thought this could happen in America: Donald Trump's first remarks following arraignment

First images of Trump’s historic arrest emerge as former president pleads ‘not guilty’

Stormy Daniels is not the only woman hush money payments were made to on Donald Trump's behalf, according to background documents presented in the indictment of the former president.

Who is Karen McDougal? The other woman in the Donald Trump hush money case

<p>Several lawmakers in the US on Tuesday (April 4) reacted to <strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-pleads-not-guilty-to-criminal-charges-in-hush-money-case-579179">former president Donald Trump's arraignment</a></strong>. Trump, 76, was charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records stemming from three pre-election hush-money cases. Trump has pleaded not guilty to all counts. "Not guilty," the former president said when asked how he pleaded.</p>

<p>In a statement, Senator Mitt Romney, a sharp critic of Trump, said he believed that Trump’s character and conduct make him unfit for office, but added that the case was politically motivated.</p>

<p>"Even so, I believe the New York prosecutor has stretched to reach felony criminal charges in order to fit a political agenda. No one is above the law, not even former presidents, but everyone is entitled to equal treatment under the law."<br />
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"The prosecutor’s overreach sets a dangerous precedent for criminalising political opponents and damages the public’s faith in our justice system," Romney said, adding that charges and evidence would be duly considered and the outcome decided by a jury with an obligation to fulfil its responsibility with the utmost care and impartiality.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">My full statement on the unprecedented and corrupt arrest of President Trump: <a href="https://t.co/yKgfo39pCR">pic.twitter.com/yKgfo39pCR</a></p>
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<p>House GOP Chair Elise Stefanik, a key Trump ally, said that his arrest was shameful and he would defeat this latest witch hunt.</p>

<p>"The American people are smart, and they know this is politically charged and Trump would defeat these charges in court and turn the tables on the Far Left Democrats by exposing their corruption and power," Stefanik added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"Equal justice under the law, unless you’re a Republican running for president," House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan tweeted.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Some lawmakers also criticised Manhattan District Attorney (DA) Alvin Bragg for being politically motivated in his probe of the case.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Alvin Bragg is a radical left-wing activist abusing his power in an attempt to help Biden remain in office," Senator Marsha Blackburn tweeted early Wednesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>GOP Senator JD Vance, who was once a Trump critic, said that Bragg's entire career has been about normalising violent crime.</p>

<p>"Just crazy that he’s bringing this weak case in the middle of a presidential election," Vance wrote on the microblogging site.&nbsp;</p>

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Several lawmakers in the US on Tuesday (April 4) reacted to former president Donald Trump's arraignment. Trump, 76, was charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records stemming from three pre-election hush-money cases.

Several lawmakers in the US on Tuesday (April 4) reacted to former president Donald Trump's arraignment. Trump, 76, was charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records stemming from three pre-election hush-money cases. Trump has pleaded not guilty to all counts. "Not guilty," the former president said when asked how he pleaded. In a statement, Senator Mitt Romney, a sharp critic of Trump, said he believed that Trump’s character and conduct make him unfit for office, but added that the case was politically motivated. "Even so, I believe the New York prosecutor has stretched to reach felony criminal charges in order to fit a political agenda. No one is above the law, not even former presidents, but everyone is entitled to equal treatment under the law." "The prosecutor’s overreach sets a dangerous precedent for criminalising political opponents and damages the public’s faith in our justice system," Romney said, adding that charges and evidence would be duly considered and the outcome decided by a jury with an obligation to fulfil its responsibility with the utmost care and impartiality. My full statement on the unprecedented and corrupt arrest of President Trump: pic.twitter.com/yKgfo39pCR — Elise Stefanik (@EliseStefanik) April 4, 2023 × House GOP Chair Elise Stefanik, a key Trump ally, said that his arrest was shameful and he would defeat this latest witch hunt. "The American people are smart, and they know this is politically charged and Trump would defeat these charges in court and turn the tables on the Far Left Democrats by exposing their corruption and power," Stefanik added. ALSO READ | Would not allow Donald Trump to get away with lawbreaking: Manhattan DA "Equal justice under the law, unless you’re a Republican running for president," House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan tweeted. Some lawmakers also criticised Manhattan District Attorney (DA) Alvin Bragg for being politically motivated in his probe of the case. "Alvin Bragg is a radical left-wing activist abusing his power in an attempt to help Biden remain in office," Senator Marsha Blackburn tweeted early Wednesday. GOP Senator JD Vance, who was once a Trump critic, said that Bragg's entire career has been about normalising violent crime. "Just crazy that he’s bringing this weak case in the middle of a presidential election," Vance wrote on the microblogging site. Alvin Bragg is attempting to interfere in our democratic process by invoking federal law to bring politicized charges against President Trump, admittedly using federal funds, while at the same time arguing that the peoples’ representatives in Congress lack jurisdiction to… — Kevin McCarthy (@SpeakerMcCarthy) April 4, 2023 × US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy accused the Manhattan DA of seeking to interfere in elections. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

How American lawmakers reacted to Donald Trump's arraignment

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