Donald Trump has been sentenced in the New York hush money case but will face no jail time, fines, or probation. Justice Juan Merchan sentenced Trump to unconditional discharge, meaning he was guilty of the felony charge without further penalties. Trump, who maintained a not guilty plea, plans to appeal the conviction, which officially designates him as a convicted felon. In a televised court appearance, Trump, dressed in a red tie with white stripes, characterized the case as a “political witch hunt” intended to tarnish his reputation and impact his election prospects, which he claimed ultimately failed.
This hush money case is notable as it is the only one of Trump’s four criminal indictments to reach trial. The other pending cases involve allegations related to efforts to overturn the 2020 election results and the retention of classified documents post-presidency. Two other federal cases were dropped after Trump’s election victory due to Justice Department policies against prosecuting sitting presidents. The appeals process is expected to be lengthy, potentially extending into Trump’s next presidential term, as he seeks to overturn this conviction. For more details, visit the link provided.
It’s so nice to be able to pay your hookers with business money amiright! I always hear about what an incredible business man he is. Super inspiring to watch it all play out real time.🫠
There is genuinely no reason not to punish him if he truly is guilty. This is brain dead activity and goes to show that even judges are as morally corruptible as politicians.
Carlos aka Eugene
January 10, 2025 at 7:48 pm
Meanwhile you can’t even get a crappy minimum wage job in most places with a felony
Amber Nunn
January 10, 2025 at 7:48 pm
It’s so nice to be able to pay your hookers with business money amiright! I always hear about what an incredible business man he is. Super inspiring to watch it all play out real time.🫠
Nick Franzitta
January 10, 2025 at 7:48 pm
I’m getting out of jury duty every time. When they ask if I can be impartial that’s gonna be a big No. Justice system doesn’t matter anymore.
Nathan Lugo
January 10, 2025 at 7:48 pm
i want this too next time im in court
Andrew Piekutowski
January 10, 2025 at 7:48 pm
I had unconditional discharge once. Took some antibiotics that eventually cleared it up, but it was a long couple of weeks 😕.
Nimbus
January 10, 2025 at 7:48 pm
wtf does unconditional discharge even mean, it sounds like he was just given a stern talking to so he doesn’t do it again
Schmuck Amok - Art, Music, Comedy
January 10, 2025 at 7:48 pm
It’s all a big game folks
Tony
January 10, 2025 at 7:48 pm
No fine? He’s rich? Why wouldn’t the court want a chunk of that change?
Tyler Phillips
January 10, 2025 at 7:48 pm
So if he’s a convicted felon, how is he supposed to travel to Canada to annex it?
Reinis Ulps
January 10, 2025 at 7:48 pm
Trump could unironically shoot up a preschool and not go to jail at this point
Anonymous
January 10, 2025 at 7:48 pm
Our justice system is an absolute joke. How can a man who can’t legally vote, run for public office?
Noah
January 10, 2025 at 7:48 pm
There is genuinely no reason not to punish him if he truly is guilty. This is brain dead activity and goes to show that even judges are as morally corruptible as politicians.
Megan Paul
January 10, 2025 at 7:48 pm
Will he be submitting his DNA for the criminal database?