NEW YORK – US President-elect Donald Trump has avoided a jail sentence in the hush money case, although his conviction remains intact.
In a recent hearing at a New York criminal court, the judge ruled that Trump will not be sent to jail nor be required to pay fines. However, the court mandated that the crime of paying money to silence individuals be recorded as part of Trump’s criminal record.
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Key Developments:
- First US President with a Criminal Record: This ruling means that Trump will be the first US president to take office with a criminal record.
- Stormy Daniels Case: The ruling comes after a US court upheld charges against Trump in connection with the payment of $130,000 to porn star Stormy Daniels. This case marked the first time in US history that a former president was sentenced for such charges.
- The Allegations: Trump was accused of having an affair with Daniels and paying her off during the 2016 presidential campaign to cover up the scandal. It is believed that this payment played a role in Trump’s election victory.
- Jury Verdict: Trump faced 34 charges related to the payment, and the jury confirmed all the allegations.
- Sentencing Postponed: Although the sentencing hearing was originally scheduled for July 11, 2024, it has been postponed multiple times.
Trump’s legal troubles continue to be a significant aspect of his post-presidency, making history as the first to face such charges and legal consequences.
