Donald Trump’s legal team is gearing up to fight serious charges over alleged hush money cover-ups. The ex-president denies all wrongdoing, slamming the probe as a ‘political witch hunt.’
Trump Faces Heavy Charges
Trump is accused of falsifying business records linked to a hush money investigation. If convicted, he could face up to 136 years in prison under New York law. However, experts say the actual sentence would likely be much lighter.
What the Law Says
- Falsifying business records in New York is usually a misdemeanour with a maximum one-year jail term.
- But if it’s used to cover up another crime, it escalates to a felony carrying up to four years behind bars.
High Drama at the Courthouse
Trump showed up at the courthouse with a blank face, ignoring questions from reporters. Outside, a crowd of fans and critics gathered amid a heavy media presence.
While cameras weren’t allowed to broadcast the arraignment live, five photographers snapped shots inside before the hearing began.
