The Trump Trial in New York has reached a critical juncture as the defense and prosecution concluded their closing arguments, leaving the fate of the former president in the hands of the jury. Here are 5 key moments that defined the trial:
1. Defense’s Reasonable Doubts: The defense listed 10 reasons casting doubt on the case against Trump, with lawyer Todd Blanche labeling former fixer Michael Cohen as the “GLOAT” – Greatest Liar Of All Time.
2. Prosecution’s Timeline: Prosecutor Joshua Steinglass meticulously laid out the chronology of the case, connecting evidence in a detailed timeline spanning almost five hours.
3. Allegations Against Trump: Trump is accused of falsifying business records to conceal a $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels, an adult entertainer, to keep her silent about a past sexual encounter. The former president denies both the affair and the charges.
4. Elevating Charges: The prosecution aims to convince jurors to elevate the misdemeanour offenses to felonies, arguing they were carried out to subvert a presidential election.
5. Live Coverage: Alex Woodward is providing live coverage of the trial for The Independent, offering real-time updates and insights from inside the courtroom.
As the trial nears its conclusion, the stakes are high for both sides, with the outcome likely to have significant implications for Trump’s future. Stay tuned for the latest developments as the jury begins deliberations.