Trump on Trial

Donald Trump’s name has dominated headlines once again in the past few days, and the courtroom battles swirling around him are at the heart of it all. Just over a year ago, Trump made history as the first former president to be found guilty of a felony, convicted on 34 counts in New York State Supreme Court. The charges stemmed from hush money payments to adult film actress Stormy Daniels during the 2016 election and the subsequent falsification of business records to cover up those payments. When sentencing finally came down, Judge Juan Merchan handed Trump an unconditional discharge—the lightest pena...

Just days ago, I sat in the sleek, marble corridors of the U.S. Court of Appeals in Manhattan, where the air buzzed with anticipation. The name on everyone’s lips was Donald Trump, and the case at hand was no ordinary legal fight—it was the former president’s ongoing battle to erase a historic criminal conviction that had rocked the nation just a year earlier.

Last year, in the bright lights of the New York State Supreme Court, Donald Trump was convicted on all 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. Prosecutors had argued that Trump orchestrated a sche...

Barely a day goes by lately without Donald Trump’s name dominating news headlines, and these last few days have been no exception. The courtrooms have become almost as familiar to Trump as his Mar-a-Lago residence. The main stage right now is New York, the site of Trump’s high-profile hush money case. Just this week, Trump’s legal team arrived at a federal appeals court in Manhattan with one mission: erase the criminal conviction that’s been shadowing his second presidential term.

Here’s the background. Last year, a New York State Supreme Court jury convicted Trump on all 34...

There’s a certain tension in the air today, June 11, 2025, and it’s hard to ignore—it’s all about Donald Trump and the swirl of court drama that still grips headlines. Just this morning, news broke that Trump continues to battle his historic criminal conviction, the hush money case that made legal and political history earlier this year. Today marks another key moment, with an appeal hearing set over his conviction and sentencing. The entire process is being closely watched, transforming courtrooms into stages where the past, present, and future of American politics collide.

It’s not just the h...

It’s June 9th, 2025, and the past few days in Donald Trump’s legal world have been nothing short of a whirlwind. Wherever you look, Trump’s name dominates the courtroom headlines—legal drama never seems far from the former president.

Just last week, Trump’s ongoing legal saga was marked by a remarkable sequence: four separate court losses reported within just hours of one another. These setbacks added to an already heavy legal calendar, where the courts from New York to Florida continue to shape not only his post-presidency legacy but also the political landscape as the 2024 election a...

Good morning, America. The legal saga surrounding Donald Trump continues to unfold with significant developments in recent days. Today is June 6th, 2025, and the Trump administration has once again turned to the Supreme Court, this time seeking large-scale reductions in the federal workforce. This move, made just three days ago, marks another chapter in Trump's contentious relationship with government institutions.

The Trump administration's legal battles have been numerous and complex. Looking back at the timeline, Trump's New York criminal case reached a conclusion earlier this year. After being found guilty on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records by...

Just a few days ago, the latest chapter in Donald Trump’s legal odyssey unfolded—one that’s been captivating the nation. On May 30, 2024, in a packed New York City courtroom, a Manhattan jury delivered a historic verdict: former President Trump was found guilty on all 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. This was the culmination of the People of the State of New York v. Donald J. Trump, a case that began with accusations that Trump had manipulated financial documents to conceal information during the 2016 campaign. The trial, presided over by Justice Juan Merchan, started back on April 15, 2024, and the ve...

Good morning, viewers. The legal battles surrounding Donald Trump continue to evolve as we head into June 2025. Today marks one year and three days since a Manhattan jury delivered a historic verdict that made Trump the first U.S. president or former president to be convicted of a felony.

On May 30, 2024, Trump was found guilty of 34 felony counts for falsifying business records as part of an alleged scheme to influence the 2016 election through hush money payments to adult film actress Stormy Daniels. Despite the conviction, Trump received no prison time, fines, or probation when New York Judge Juan...

It’s been a whirlwind in the courts these past few days, and Donald Trump’s legal saga remains at the center of national headlines. Just three days ago, on May 30, 2024, in Manhattan, a historic verdict shook the political landscape—Trump was found guilty on all 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. The charges stemmed from allegations that he orchestrated the falsification to conceal damaging information during his 2016 presidential campaign. The trial, officially titled “The People for the State of New York v. Donald J. Trump,” kicked off April 15, 2024, and with unprecedented media attention, jurors quickly became household names and Judge Juan...

I’m standing outside the New York courthouse, just a year after Donald Trump’s historic conviction for falsifying business records related to the alleged hush money scheme—hard to believe it’s only been twelve months since a jury of twelve New Yorkers delivered that verdict. The courtroom drama was thick, with Trump’s legal team, then led by Todd Blanche and Emil Bove, fiercely pushing back at every turn. Inside, Trump’s own words echoed through the chamber as he declared, “I won the election in a massive landslide, and the people of this country understand what’s gone on. This ha...

Alright, here we are—almost the end of May, and the legal rollercoaster around Donald Trump is still bucking and racing. Just a few days ago, on May 22, the Supreme Court made a dramatic move. In Trump v. Wilcox, the justices granted an emergency stay, allowing Trump—for now—to remove heads of federal agencies at will, no cause needed[3][1]. That decision threw the administration’s power plays into high relief, especially for anyone watching how Trump handles bureaucratic pushback. Justice Kagan issued a note on the case, underscoring the split among the justices about the scope of presidential authority.

Good morning, I'm reporting live on the recent legal developments involving former President Donald Trump. The past few days have seen significant movement in several high-profile cases.

Just three days ago, on May 22, the Supreme Court issued a ruling in the case of Trump v. Wilcox, with Justice Kagan delivering the opinion. This case represents one of many ongoing legal battles the Trump administration is currently facing.

That same day, two transgender service members filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration challenging President Trump's ban on transgender individuals serving in the U.S. military. This case...

Good morning, folks. The legal world surrounding Donald Trump continues to evolve rapidly, with several significant developments in just the past week. Today, May 23rd, 2025, we've seen some major court decisions that will shape the political landscape in the months ahead.

Just this morning, a federal judge in Florida—one who was actually nominated by Trump himself—indicated that the president does have the authority to unilaterally impose tariffs. However, interestingly, the judge decided to punt the actual lawsuit to another court rather than making a final ruling on the case.

Last week, on May 16th, the...

Good morning, I'm reporting live on this Monday, May 19, 2025, with the latest developments in Donald Trump's legal battles.

Just three days ago, on May 16, the Supreme Court issued a significant ruling in A.A.R.P. v. Trump, vacating a Fifth Circuit judgment and remanding the case back for further consideration. The Court has temporarily enjoined the government from removing named plaintiffs or putative class members under the AEA pending the Fifth Circuit's order. This stems from President Trump's March 14th Proclamation, which has been legally challenged on multiple fronts.

Earlier this month, on May 5th...

Today is May 16, 2025, and I’ve been closely tracking the flurry of courtroom drama surrounding Donald Trump. It’s felt like headlines haven’t had a break—just keeping up with the sheer amount of legal action attached to Trump’s name is dizzying.

One of the most heated developments happened in Florida, where Judge Aileen Cannon granted Trump’s motion to dismiss the superseding indictment in the classified documents case. The government, not backing down, filed its notice of appeal to the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals almost instantly. The briefing schedule is now underway, and the legal fight...

I’ve been glued to my screens these past few days, just trying to keep up as Donald Trump’s legal battles keep dominating the headlines. It’s May 14, 2025, and there’s been a flurry of activity in the courts that’s impossible to ignore if you care about American politics or the justice system.

Let’s start with New York. On May 30, 2024, a Manhattan jury reached a historic decision, finding Donald Trump guilty of 34 felony counts for falsifying business records. The case, The People for the State of New York v. Donald J. Trump, stemmed from allegations that he trie...

Good morning, I'm reporting to you live on May 12, 2025, with the latest updates on the various legal proceedings involving former President Donald Trump.

The past week has brought significant developments in Trump's legal landscape. Just three days ago, on May 9th, Trump unveiled his first round of judicial nominees for his second term. These selections have already sparked intense debate across political circles, with critics expressing serious concerns about the qualifications and ideological positions of nominees like Whitney Hermandorfer.

Looking back at Trump's recent legal battles, perhaps the most notable was his New York criminal case...

Good morning, America. I'm standing here today, May 11th, 2025, reflecting on what has been an unprecedented legal journey for former President Donald Trump. Just four months into 2025, and the aftermath of numerous court battles continues to shape our political landscape.

Back in January, we witnessed the conclusion of the Manhattan criminal case where Trump faced charges of falsifying business records. On January 10th, Justice Merchan delivered his sentence - an unconditional discharge - following the Manhattan jury's verdict from May 30th last year that found Trump guilty on all 34 felony counts. This marked the first time in American...

Good morning, I'm reporting live on the latest developments in the legal saga surrounding former President Donald Trump. It's Friday, May 9th, 2025, and the past few months have seen significant developments in Trump's various legal battles.

Earlier this year, on January 10th, Justice Juan Merchan sentenced Donald Trump to unconditional discharge following his conviction on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in Manhattan. This marked the conclusion of the first-ever criminal trial of a former U.S. president, which had captivated the nation since it began on April 15th, 2024, resulting in the jury's guilty verdict last May.
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Good morning, viewers. I'm reporting live from Washington, D.C., where the legal landscape surrounding former President Donald Trump continues to evolve rapidly. Just yesterday, a significant development emerged when Eric Iverson, a U.S. citizen and prosecutor at the International Criminal Court, filed a complaint against President Trump and several cabinet members including Attorney General Pamela Bondi, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

The case, filed in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia on May 5th, appears to involve Iverson's work as lead prosecutor in cases against individuals accused...

These past few days, the legal saga swirling around Donald Trump has reached new heights, with courtroom dramas unfolding across the country and even reaching the steps of the Supreme Court. I’ve been following the action closely, and the sheer number of legal battles and their political implications are nothing short of astonishing.

Let’s start in Manhattan, New York, where things came to a head last year but still reverberate today. Back in March 2023, a grand jury indicted Donald Trump on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records—an historic first for a former president. After a trial...

Good morning everyone, it's May 2nd, 2025, and the legal saga surrounding former President Donald Trump continues to unfold at a dizzying pace.

In just eleven days, we'll see a major collision of two significant elements in Trump's legal battles. The Court of International Trade is scheduled to hear oral arguments on May 13th in one of the growing number of lawsuits challenging Trump's sweeping tariff policies. These cases make compelling legal arguments that the tariffs lack proper authorization under the International Economic Emergency Powers Act, which Trump has been using as justification.

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The past several days have been a whirlwind in the ongoing legal saga surrounding Donald Trump. Most notably, all eyes have been on the aftermath of his conviction in New York. Last year, on May 30, 2024, a Manhattan jury found former President Trump guilty on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records, charges tied to hush money payments that shook the political world. Fast forward to this January, Judge Juan Merchan sentenced Trump, but in a move that left both critics and supporters buzzing, the sentence was “unconditional discharge.” That means Trump faces no jail time or probation, but the record of conv...

The last several days in Donald Trump’s courtroom saga have been nothing short of remarkable. Just last year, after a landmark trial in New York, Trump became the first former president to be found guilty on criminal charges. The Manhattan jury convicted him on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records—charges stemming from the so-called “hush money” case, allegations that Trump covered up payments meant to influence the 2016 election. In a surprise decision, Judge Juan Merchan sentenced Trump on January 10, 2025, to an unconditional discharge, meaning Trump avoided jail time and probation. This outcome left supporters relieved but critics calling for more...

It has been a whirlwind few days following the legal twists and turns surrounding former President Donald Trump. Despite his re-election in 2024, a string of legal battles from his pre-presidential period continues to unfold, captivating the nation. The New York case, the first of these, has its roots in charges dating back to March 2023. Trump was indicted on 34 counts of falsifying business records, and by May 2024, a Manhattan jury found him guilty on all charges. However, in a surprising turn of events this January, Justice Juan Merchan sentenced him to "unconditional discharge," essentially sparing him prison time but leaving the...

It’s been a whirlwind of courtroom drama and legal battles surrounding Donald Trump’s trials this past week. Just days ago, the Trump administration faced a major challenge in the Supreme Court over its use of the Alien Enemies Act, a centuries-old law invoked to expedite the deportation of Venezuelan nationals accused of gang ties. The court proceedings revealed a chaotic rush to deport individuals before their legal rights could even be argued. Justice Sonia Sotomayor’s dissent was scathing, highlighting what she called a covert move by the administration to bypass due process—a hallmark of constitutional law. Critics...

"Over the past few days, the nation has been gripped by the unfolding saga surrounding former President Donald Trump’s legal battles. And while his name has long occupied headlines, the courtroom drama of this past week has laid bare the complexities of his legal entanglements.

Take, for instance, the controversial use of the Alien Enemies Act. On April 1, Trump’s administration sought the Supreme Court’s blessing to proceed with deportations under this 1798 law, originally meant for wartime enemies. The administration's targeting of alleged Venezuelan gang members tied to Tren de Aragua has sparked furious debate. Critics argue...

The courtroom drama surrounding Donald Trump has remained at the forefront of public attention in recent days, offering a riveting glimpse into the legal crossroads of politics. As of today, April 7, 2025, the former president is enmeshed in various high-profile legal battles that range from past allegations to ongoing executive actions.

Let’s start with New York, where Trump’s conviction for falsifying business records concluded earlier this year with a sentencing of unconditional discharge. It was a moment of legal history as a former president was held accountable on 34 felony charges tied to altering financial documents in an effo...

These past few days have been a whirlwind in the ongoing saga surrounding Donald Trump and his numerous legal battles. The former and current President of the United States—yes, once again sitting in the Oval Office after his 2024 win—continues to dominate headlines as his controversial court cases unfold. In some instances, we're witnessing a rare mix of judicial history and political spectacle that feels straight out of fiction.

Let’s start with the New York case. In 2024, a Manhattan jury found Trump guilty on 34 counts of falsifying business records. It was a crushing legal blow for the ma...

Monday morning came with yet another twist in the ever-evolving legal saga of Donald J. Trump, the former and current U.S. president. Though a staggering number of cases had been filed against him, this week brought attention to the Southern District of Florida’s tangled web, a case of classified documents and accusations of obstruction. There was a sense of déjà vu—the charges of mishandling national defense information have been a legal thorn for months—but this time, it seemed like closure was finally within grasp, though not without its peculiarities. The federal case, already dismissed last year by...

It’s been another intense week in the saga of Donald Trump’s legal battles, each unfolding like chapters in a courtroom drama. Just a few days ago, on Monday, the former president’s legal team appeared in a Manhattan court to address remaining issues surrounding his January sentencing in the New York criminal case. This was the one where Trump was convicted of 34 felony counts of falsifying business records—specifically tied to hush money payments leading up to the 2016 election. He had been sentenced to unconditional discharge, a legal slap on the wrist, but prosecutors are still working on related...

As I sit here on March 31, 2025, reflecting on the whirlwind of legal battles surrounding former President Donald Trump, it's hard to believe how much has unfolded in just the past few days. The courts have been buzzing with activity, and the nation remains captivated by every twist and turn.

Let's start with the New York case, where Trump was found guilty of 34 felony counts of falsifying business records back in May 2024. Just a few months ago, on January 10, 2025, Justice Juan Merchan sentenced Trump to unconditional discharge. It was a surprising outcome that left many legal experts scratching their...

As I stand outside the Manhattan courthouse on this chilly Sunday morning of March 30, 2025, the air is thick with anticipation. Just days ago, President Donald Trump received his sentence in the New York hush money case - unconditional discharge. It's been a whirlwind few months for the former and current president, with legal battles raging across multiple fronts.

Let's rewind to January 10th, when Justice Juan Merchan handed down the sentence in the case involving falsified business records related to payments made to adult film star Stormy Daniels. While Trump avoided jail time, the conviction itself was a...

As I stand outside the courthouse on this chilly March morning in 2025, I can't help but reflect on the whirlwind of legal proceedings that have surrounded former President Donald Trump over the past few months. It's been a rollercoaster ride of verdicts, appeals, and new indictments that have kept the nation on the edge of its seat.

Just last week, we saw the conclusion of Trump's New York case, where he was found guilty on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. Justice Juan Merchan sentenced Trump to unconditional discharge on January 10th, a surprisingly lenient outcome that left...

As I sit here on March 26, 2025, reflecting on the recent legal developments surrounding former President Donald Trump, it's hard to believe how much has unfolded in just the past few months. The courtrooms have been buzzing with activity, and the nation has been captivated by the ongoing trials.

Let's start with the New York case, where Trump faced 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. The trial began in April 2024, and on May 30, a Manhattan jury found him guilty on all counts. It was a shocking moment for many, seeing a former president convicted in a criminal case. On...

As I sit here in my New York apartment on March 24, 2025, I can't help but reflect on the whirlwind of legal drama surrounding former President Donald Trump over the past few years. It's been a rollercoaster ride of indictments, trials, and political maneuvering that has captivated the nation.

Just a couple of months ago, on January 10, Trump was sentenced in the New York case where he faced 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. Justice Juan Merchan handed down an unconditional discharge, which means Trump was convicted but received no punishment - no jail time, no probation, not even...

Good morning, listeners. It's Sunday, March 23, 2025, and I'm here to bring you up to speed on the latest developments in the ongoing saga of Donald Trump's legal battles.

Just a few days ago, on March 21, the American Civil Liberties Union sounded the alarm over President Trump's latest directive threatening lawyers and law firms. This unprecedented move has sent shockwaves through the legal community, with ACLU National Legal Director Cecillia Wang calling it a "chilling and unprecedented attack on the foundations of liberty and democracy."

But let's rewind a bit. You might recall that back in January...

Well, folks, it's been quite a week in the world of Trump trials. As we speak, it's March 21st, 2025, and the legal saga surrounding former President Donald Trump continues to unfold.

Just a few days ago, on March 14th, President Trump issued an executive order rescinding several of Biden's policies, including the federal contractor minimum wage increase. This move has stirred up controversy, with supporters praising it as a return to common sense governance, while critics argue it's a step backward for workers' rights.

Meanwhile, the criminal case against Trump in New York has reached its...

Hey there, it's your favorite legal correspondent coming to you live from the heart of New York City. What a whirlwind these past few days have been in the world of Donald Trump's legal battles. Let me catch you up on all the drama.

Just last week, on March 14th, we saw a major development in the ongoing saga of Trump's diversity, equity, and inclusion executive orders. The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals lifted the nationwide injunction that had been blocking these controversial EOs. This means the Trump administration can now move forward with enforcing these orders while...

It's been a whirlwind few days in the world of Donald Trump's legal battles. As I sit here on this Sunday morning, March 16, 2025, I can't help but reflect on the rollercoaster of events we've witnessed.

Just last week, on March 14, the Department of Justice made a surprising move. They urged U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon to keep Special Counsel Jack Smith's final report on Trump's handling of classified documents under wraps. This came mere hours after Trump publicly praised Judge Cannon, calling her "brilliant" and "the absolute model of what a judge should be." It's a stark...