Trump conviction sparks outrage and elation

Ex-President Donald Trump’s historic conviction has sent shockwaves across the nation, evoking a spectrum of emotions from outrage to elation.

A New York jury has found Trump guilty on 34 counts of falsifying business records related to hush money payments to a porn actor during the 2016 election.

Trump’s conviction marks the first time a former U.S. president has been found guilty of a felony. 

However, it does not disqualify him from running for office.

Republican lawmakers are expressing fury, questioning the legitimacy of the trial.

House Speaker Mike Johnson called it a “shameful day in American history.”

Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell, who is traditionally reticent on Trump and the presidential race, defended Trump after the guilty verdict.

McConnell criticized Manhattan District Attorney Bragg and predicted success when the verdict is appealed.

This unexpected move hints at GOP unity, possibly rallying skeptics to Trump’s side.

The party’s shift toward Trump may stem from dwindling alternative prospects for the party’s presidential nomination.

Meanwhile, Democrats are rejoicing. Sen. Chris Murphy emphasized that Trump’s conviction demonstrates the rule of law.

President Joe Biden has so far remained silent.

ABC News reports that Biden and his team are brainstorming to forcefully take on Trump following the guilty verdict.

Sentencing is set for July 11, just before the Republican National Convention.

Trump faces the potential for prison time and a lengthy appeals process.

This conviction adds to his legal battles, including three other criminal cases, as he campaigns to return to the White House.