Crime and Consequence: Trump Guilty of All 34 Counts In 'Hush' Money Case

Narativ with Zev Shalev (Audio)

“Today, we witness the culmination of years of anticipation and legal scrutiny. Former President Donald Trump has been found guilty on all 34 counts of falsifying business records and was convicted in a state court—a day many thought we'd never see.”

The Verdict

Donald Trump has been found guilty on 34 counts of falsifying business records. This verdict underscores the gravity of his actions, despite his defense team's efforts to challenge the credibility of key witnesses like Michael Cohen. The jury's unanimous decision is a resounding affirmation of the strength and integrity of the prosecution's case.

“It means that the prosecution did an incredible job, which we all thought while looking from the outside in.”

This sentiment was echoed throughout the proceedings, as Trump's defense seemed unprepared to counter the overwhelming evidence against him.

The former President of the United States is now a convicted felon.

Many of us suspected the conviction was imminent, and today it is a reality. Trump’s defense team will undoubtedly appeal every aspect of this case, yet the facts remain clear: the former President of the United States is now a convicted felon.

The charges are significant, not just in their number but in what they represent—the culmination of an orchestrated effort to subvert democracy. This isn’t just a federal case; it's about the integrity of our electoral process.

The Impact on Democracy

There was a time when right-wing media outlets such as Fox News could downplay Trump's actions. However, this guilty verdict strips away any pretext that these were partisan attacks. This is more than just about falsifying business records—this is about protecting the sanctity of the American democratic process.

“This is really what we've been saying on my show recently, that subverting democracy is what we're seeing here. The 2016 election was manipulated through illegal means, including Trump's payment of $130,000 in hush money to Stormy Daniels—a fact the jury found crucial in their decision.”

Michael Cohen's Vindication

Trump's former lawyer and fixer, Michael Cohen, can finally feel vindicated. Cohen's reputation has been dragged through the mud, yet this verdict provides some measure of redemption. His testimony was instrumental in making the case against his former boss, proving beyond a reasonable doubt that Trump orchestrated this conspiracy to manipulate the 2016 election.

The 2016 Election and Its Consequences

The repercussions of Trump's illegal activities were felt globally. His presidency resulted in numerous tragedies, including the mishandling of the coronavirus pandemic, frayed international alliances, and a Supreme Court packed with justices whose legitimacy is now in question.

The conviction brings to light the insidious manner in which Trump stole the 2016 election. By paying $130,000 in hush money, Trump ensured that voters did not learn of his affair with Stormy Daniels, thus swaying the election in his favor. These actions weren't just felonies but a subversion of our democracy.

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