“Will Donald Trump Be Guilty or Innocent? What’s at Stake for the Former US President as Hush Money Trial Nears Its End”

The fate of former President Donald Trump lies in the hands of the jurors in his hush money trial in New York. As they deliberate on the 34 separate charges against him, the decision they reach could have far-reaching consequences for the United States.

The trial has captured the attention of the nation, with salacious details emerging from witnesses like porn star Stormy Daniels. However, at its core, the case revolves around whether Trump falsified business records to cover up a payment made to Daniels in 2016 to prevent her from revealing damaging information during his presidential campaign against Hillary Clinton.

Judge Juan Merchan instructed the jury to set aside any personal biases and focus on the facts of the case. The jurors must come to a unanimous verdict on each charge for Trump to be found guilty. His defense team is pushing for doubt among the jurors, hoping to avoid a conviction.

If found guilty, Trump could face up to four years in prison for each charge of falsifying business records. Despite this possibility, experts suggest that fines, probation, or community service are more likely outcomes for a first-time offender like Trump.

A conviction could impact Trump’s potential campaign for president in the future, alienating “law and order conservatives” and religious voters who may be turned off by his alleged actions. However, even with a conviction, Trump could still run for president, be elected, and take office once again.

As the trial nears its end, the nation awaits the verdict that will determine the next chapter in Donald Trump’s political career.