Donald Trump's Historic Legal Troubles

Former President Found Guilty of Falsifying Business Records

In a groundbreaking verdict, a Manhattan jury has found former President Donald Trump guilty of 34 charges of falsifying business records. The charges stem from a decade-long scheme by Trump and his company, the Trump Organization, to inflate the value of his assets for financial gain.

Indictment in Georgia Election Interference Case

On Tuesday, Trump was also indicted in Georgia in connection with his attempts to overturn the 2020 election. The indictment accuses Trump of pressuring Georgia officials to change the election results and attempting to interfere with the state's vote count.

Civil Fraud Trial in New York

In addition to these criminal charges, Trump is currently facing a civil fraud trial in New York. The trial alleges that Trump and his children misled lenders and potential investors about the value of their assets.

Implications for the 2024 Election

Trump's criminal conviction has significant implications for the 2024 presidential election. It is the first time a former U.S. president has been convicted of a crime while in office. The verdict is likely to further divide the Republican Party and could make it more difficult for Trump to win his party's nomination in 2024.