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Will Trump go to prison? How will his supporters react? And more questions answered.

May 31, 2024
Journalists Susan Glasser and Erica Orden discuss Trump's conviction, potential legal consequences, impact on politics, and voting rights. The podcast explores Trump's vow to appeal, challenges in sentencing, implications on elections, and the role of democracy in countering misinformation.
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Quick takeaways

  • Donald Trump's conviction marks a historic moment challenging the idea of presidential immunity from the law.
  • Trump's sentencing on July 11th could have lasting political implications for his base and future elections.

Deep dives

Historic Conviction of Donald Trump

Donald Trump has been convicted of a crime, making him the first former president ever convicted. The verdict, with 34 guilty counts, came from a unanimous decision by the jury. Trump vowed to appeal, focusing on testimony from Stormy Daniels and New York prosecutors' use of an obscure state election law. Legal experts anticipate an appeal, stating his sentence may include probation, home confinement, or community service.

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