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Swamp Notes: The Trump verdict is in

Jun 1, 2024
Donald Trump faces unprecedented challenges with his recent felony conviction tied to a hush money case. Despite this, his Republican nomination seems secure, raising questions about public support during his reelection bid. The discussion dives into how legal verdicts can reshape the political landscape and influence voter perception. Additionally, there’s a light-hearted look at cultural differences between Americans and the Irish, sparked by an intriguing event in New York.
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  • Former President Trump's 34 felony convictions for falsifying business records set a historic precedent in American presidential history.
  • Despite the guilty verdict, Trump's reelection campaign may not be significantly affected, highlighting the resilience of his support base.

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Trump's Criminal Conviction and its Impact on the Presidential Race

The podcast discusses the significance of Trump's criminal conviction, marking the first time in history that a current or former US president has been found guilty of a felony. The legal action stems from a payment of $130,000 directed by Trump to Stormy Daniels, a porn actor, to silence allegations of a past sexual encounter. Despite initial perceptions of the case's weakness, Trump was convicted on 34 counts, with the prosecution highlighting potential campaign finance violations

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