Trump's Hush Money Trial: Jury Deliberates on 34 Counts Amidst High-Profile Drama
May 29, 2024Former President Donald Trump's hush money trial in New York has concluded with closing arguments.
The jury is now deliberating Trump's fate on 34 counts of falsifying business records.
The defense portrayed Trump as a victim of extortion, too preoccupied to understand the payments.
The prosecution presented evidence of a conspiracy to influence the 2016 election.
Key witness Michael Cohen testified to paying off Stormy Daniels on Trump's behalf.
Actor Robert DeNiro and Capitol Police officers spoke at a Biden campaign event outside the courthouse.
Trump's campaign dismissed the trial as politically motivated.
The outcome could result in up to 136 years in prison for Trump if convicted on all counts.
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BBC News • May 29, 2024
End of Trump trial draws near as jury prepares to deliberateBBC News • May 29, 2024
Trump lawyer slams 'liar' Cohen in New York hush-money trialThe New York Times • May 29, 2024
After Closing Arguments, Trump’s Fate is Over to the JuryThe New York Times • May 28, 2024
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