Trumps Legal Battles: Jury to Hear Closing Arguments in Hush Money Trial
Closing Statements Imminent in High-Profile Case
Trial Witnesses Include Trump, Cohen, and Others
Today marks a pivotal moment in the criminal hush money trial of former President Donald Trump as the prosecution and defense present their closing arguments to the jury. In a separate but parallel legal battle, Trump is also testifying in a civil fraud trial in New York that could significantly impact his real estate empire.
The hush money trial revolves around allegations that Trump paid $130,000 to adult film star Stormy Daniels in 2016 to silence her about an alleged affair with Trump. Trump has denied the affair and any wrongdoing.
In a historic move, Trump himself testified in the hush money trial, becoming the first former president to do so in a criminal case. Other key witnesses included Trumps former lawyer Michael Cohen and Daniels. The jury will now weigh the evidence and decide whether Trump is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
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