Trump pleads not guilty to 34 felony counts
Former President Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to 34 felony counts related to a hush money payment scheme. He arrived in New York City to face the charges and plans to challenge the indictment. This marks a historic moment as Trump is the first former president in U.S. history to face criminal charges.
- ▪Trump arrived in New York City ahead of his arraignment.
- ▪He pleaded not guilty to 34 felony counts.
- ▪The charges are related to a hush money payment scheme involving Stormy Daniels.
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What we covered here Former President Donald Trump arrived in New York City Monday, a day before he is expected to turn himself in to law enforcement and face more than 30 criminal charges in a Manhattan court following last week’s historic grand jury indictment. News outlets will not be allowed to broadcast the Tuesday arraignment, a judge ruled Monday night. Trump’s legal team said the former president will voluntarily surrender and will look to challenge “every potential issue” once the indictment is unsealed. Trump, who has vowed to continue his 2024 bid, is the first current or former president in US history who has faced criminal charges.
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