In a plot twist straight out of a political thriller, former US President Donald Trump’s hush money trial has culminated in a historic conviction—but no immediate punishment. Judge Juan Merchan’s decision to grant an unconditional discharge leaves Trump’s legal fate hanging on appeals, even as he prepares to return to the White House. Here’s the wild timeline you need to know: ⚖️
Key Moments in the Case
📅 March 2023: Trump indicted for allegedly paying $130k to silence Stormy Daniels ahead of the 2016 election.
📅 April 2023: Makes history as first ex-president criminally charged.
📅 May 2024: Convicted on all 34 felony counts of falsifying business records.
📅 July-Nov 2024: Sentencing delayed three times, pushing final decision past Election Day.
📅 Jan 2025: Supreme Court confirms sentencing for Jan 10 after Trump’s team fails to block it.
Despite the conviction, Trump’s 2024 election win adds fuel to the legal fire. The New York Supreme Court rejected his immunity claim in December, but appeals could drag this saga into 2025 and beyond. Legal experts call it a \"test of accountability vs. power\"—stay tuned! 🔥
