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Ivanka's Message Of Heartfelt Reflections On Conviction

Ivanka Trump, the first-born child of Donald Trump, has posted a touching message on Instagram following her father's guilty verdict, which occurred just a few hours earlier.

She posted a photo from her younger years featuring her and her father, accompanying it with the words "Dad, I love you."

Do Trump's Backers Really Want War?

Within the dedicated group of Trump's most loyal and active online followers, there are loud and angry complaints as well as discussions of potential acts of aggression.

Stew Peters, a far-right podcaster, shared on Telegram with his large group of supporters that the judicial system has become a weapon, and there is no other choice but to take control. He emphasized his statement by adding a crossed swords emoji. Many of his followers are talking about setting courthouses on fire and organizing riots.

The blog post discusses how well-known supporters of the Make America Great Again movement expressed their anger towards President Trump's political opponents. Some influencers, like Charlie Kirk of Turning Point USA, called them "savages," while others, like broadcaster Jack Posobiec, referred to them as "unhumans." Podcaster Tim Pool used the word "war" to express his frustration. These sentiments were also found on Telegram channels run by the far-right Proud Boys.

Tucker Carlson, a previous Fox News host, brought up an odd concept about a conspiracy to assassinate the former president by the "deep state". He also forecasted that the former president would emerge as the victor in the election, as long as he is not killed before that.

A lot of people posted about a "Civil War" on social media, but some people who don't like Trump didn't take it seriously. It's important to remember that even though Trump had been arrested and had to go to court many times, nothing bad really happened. There were not many violent protests or big demonstrations.

Many people on the extreme Maga side are very paranoid and believe that law enforcement is monitoring them. Some people are making fun of the more furious posters on the "civil war" message boards who don't have the courage to leave their homes.

Witness Verdict Unfolding Now

In the trial of Trump, there were 34 accusations laid against him, accompanied by a frustrated judge and a line of witnesses who testified in court.

12 New Yorkers have found Donald Trump guilty of all charges in his hush-money case after two days of discussions. Let's quickly go over how the verdict was reached today.

Trump Lawyers Decry "unfair" Trial, Plan Appeal

An attorney who holds a prominent position in Trump's legal team expressed to Fox News that they are exploring every possible avenue for filing an appeal on behalf of the ex-president.

Will Scharf stated that every aspect of this case is ready for appeal.

We will make an appeal at the earliest possible time.

Todd Blanche, another important member of Trump's legal team, appeared on the Fox network and made a case regarding his client's trial that wasn't fair.

For more than a year, we have been expressing that receiving a fair trial in Manhattan is not possible. We are unable to attain a just trial due to the presiding judge.

In the previous blog post, we talked about Michael Cohen, an ex-Trump fixer. According to Blanche, Cohen is determined to ruin Trump's life. This has become his ultimate goal, which he will stop at nothing to achieve.

He mentioned that there are certain individuals who are not suitable to testify in court.

Cohen Relieved, Not Stunned By Verdict

After the judgment was announced, Michael Cohen, who was previously an attorney for Donald Trump, shared his thoughts with MSNBC. He expressed his feelings of relief but also noted that he expected the outcome.

Cohen stated that ultimately, the truth emerged as the winner. He emphasized the importance of taking responsibility and noted that it is precisely what America requires at this moment.

Until now, Cohen was the sole individual found guilty in connection with the scandal involving payments made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels and the subsequent attempts to conceal the payments.

During the interview, he discussed feeling anxious about the trial and being under immense pressure to present himself as a flawless witness. This was made even more challenging due to his previous admission of perjury.

During a court session, Trump's legal team interrogated him and attorney Todd Blanche ultimately called Cohen a "GLOAT" - "the greatest liar ever".

Today, Cohen retaliated by calling Blanche the "SLOAT," which stands for "the dumbest lawyer ever."

Emergency Americast Episode - Listen Now!

The Americast crew recently united to produce a unique podcast episode dedicated to Donald Trump's verdict.

During the podcast, Anthony Zurcher talks with Kayla Epstein and Madeline Halpert, two BBC reporters who have been reporting on the trial in New York. They have also been writing for the live coverage of the trial.

During their conversation, they discussed the events that transpired in court earlier that day. Furthermore, they also touched on Donald Trump's response to receiving news about his conviction on all 34 charges of falsifying business records.

Miles Taylor, who previously served as the head of staff at the Department for Homeland Security, also came together with them.

He previously collaborated with Trump and is well aware of his nature. He holds some perspectives on the implications of this information for the upcoming US election.

Catch the complete episode on BBC Sounds.

Historic Day Captured In Snapshot

In case you're new here, let me bring you up to speed on what's been going on.

Former Prosecutor: Verdict A Victory For Justice System

Duncan Levin, an ex-prosecutor residing in Manhattan, expressed his opinion stating that the District Attorney's Office built a comprehensive case. The case demonstrated, with no room for doubt, that Donald Trump engaged in a plot to pay off individuals to maintain silence and then covered his tracks by providing fraudulent documents.

He informed the BBC that the case had extensive evidence, which was not solely based on the testimony of one individual but rather on various forms of communication such as texts, emails, and phone records.

The prosecution presented their case in an ordered and thorough manner, and it was evident that the jury was focused and listening attentively.

According to him, Trump has made all possible efforts to "weaken" the fair legal system - committing ten criminal acts of disrespect towards it.

"Despite all that, he was provided with a trial that was essentially impartial," he stated.

"That's a major victory for the prosecution."

Georgia Voter: Trump Fans Remain Loyal

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I am writing from the location of Cobb County in Georgia.

Dante Sellers and Maquita Eaton pause to have a conversation with us here in Marietta City, situated in Cobb County, which is located in Georgia.

Dante expresses surprise at the verdict that has been announced, and considers it to be quite significant that a president has been found guilty. He describes the event as a momentous occasion in history.

The state of Georgia is known as a swing state, wherein recent surveys have indicated that up to 18% of the voters have no political affiliation, whether it is Democrat or Republican. During the 2020 US Presidential Election, President Joe Biden emerged as the narrow winner in the southern state, but former President Donald Trump has expressed his intention to claim victory in 2024. Dante, in his analysis, believes that wooing these unaffiliated voters could be crucial in deciding the next election.

Some individuals may question whether they can vote for someone who has been convicted of a crime when they look at a ballot. This will be a significant concern for those who identify as independent voters. However, this does not alter my stance on the matter - I had already decided not to vote for Trump.

Maquita believes that even if people who endorse Trump face certain situations, they will continue to support him without any doubts in their minds.

One out of three people in Georgia have a dark skin tone and they are being actively pursued by both Biden and Trump for their support.

Maquita expresses her disappointment that issues concerning black people receive attention solely during elections rather than consistently.

Trump's Security Measures Remain Unchanged, Says Secret Service

The organization responsible for safeguarding past and present US presidents, namely the Secret Service, has released an extremely concise statement:

The result of today's event does not affect how the United States Secret Service performs its duty of protecting people, according to the statement.

Our safety protocols will remain the same without any alterations.

As per CBS News, the media ally of BBC, officials responsible for security are keeping a close eye on the current situation of potential danger and are prepared to increase their forces if required.

Currently, there are no definite or reliable warnings, and the security measures around Donald Trump remain the same.

Ex-judge: Sentencing Is Daunting

After retiring from her position as a judge in the New York Supreme Court, Diane Kiesel declared that her work as a judge has just started.

According to a statement made by Kiesel, determining a sentence can be an arduous and challenging task, particularly in this case where the entire globe will be observing.

The ex-justice also commended the jury for their hard work and dedication in meticulously scrutinizing the proof, ensuring that they came to a remarkable decision based solely on the evidence presented.

Trump Campaign Reports High Donor Count Post-guilty Verdict

According to Brian Hughes, a senior advisor for Trump's campaign, an exceptional level of followers contributed through Trump's digital fundraising method after the conviction announcement on Thursday afternoon.

He stated that the sporadic holdups were a result of the surge in vehicular movement.

"Biden Campaign Aims To Defeat Trump At The Polls"

A journalist who is based in the United States and is dedicated to covering specific topics or events, is currently reporting from the capital city of the country, Washington DC.

I received information from someone working with the Biden team who stated that they think the key to defeating Trump is through the election process, regardless of whether or not he is found guilty of a crime. They reiterated that the Biden campaign has always been confident in their ability to achieve this.

The decision seems to boost the Biden crew's assurance in winning the election in November.

I have communicated with a few individuals who are near to Trump, and they have shared that they expected the verdict and are confident that it will be reversed through an appeal.

A supporter of President Trump recently sent me a text reading "#neverboring" to express their enthusiasm.

BBC Reporter Describes Ex-president's Conviction

If you have been keeping up with our updates, you are probably aware that Kayla Epstein and Madeline Halpert have been present in court for almost every day of this trial.

In this segment, Kayla recounts the occasion when all charges against Donald Trump were proven true.

Democratic Lawmakers Declare Justice Served

Lawmakers who support the Democratic party as well as those who have been critical of Donald Trump are making their opinions heard on X, which was formerly known as Twitter, in response to Trump's conviction. They are repeating their beliefs that "justice has been served."

A blog post written by California Representative Adam Schiff states that a group of twelve average American citizens has successfully convicted a previous president, Donald Trump, of numerous criminal charges. Even though he attempted to divert attention, stall the process, and deny his culpability, justice has ultimately been served, and the adherence to laws has triumphed.

Schiff was a member of the specially-selected House committee tasked with investigating the devastating assault on the American Capitol that took place on January 6th, 2021.

"The decision has been made by the jury. Fairness has triumphed," stated Rep. Jim Clyburn, a Democratic representative from South Carolina, on his Twitter account.

Representative Pramila Jayapal from Washington, as the head of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, has described this as a critical point for ensuring responsibility within America.

Rhode Island's Democratic Senator, Sheldon Whitehouse, recently expressed his excitement with a simple tweet that exclaimed, "Boom".

Trump Allies Dismayed By Verdict

Donald Trump's supporters have begun to speak out (online) against the verdict, repeating the Republican's claim that the Manhattan trial was a politically-driven search for blame.

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene from Georgia strongly criticized the unfair trial of X.

She expressed that the level of corruption observed is beyond what is typically seen in an underdeveloped country and suggested that people attend a Trump fundraiser.

Matt Gaetz, a supporter of Trump, also expressed his agreement by posting on X stating that the outcome of the trial was due to the lack of fairness and impartiality from the judge, DA, and overall trial proceedings. Gaetz further added that their support for President Trump only grows stronger despite this corrupt verdict.

The ex-president was backed by House Speaker Mike Johnson, who is the top-ranking Republican in the United States government.

Today marks a day of disgrace in the history of America, as per the words written by him. The verdict given is simply outrageous and President Trump is confident in appealing it and achieving victory.

'Surprised By His Conviction'

I am writing this article from Cobb County, Georgia.

The state of Georgia proved to be a crucial swing state in the 2020 presidential election which resulted in President Biden emerging victorious. It is worth noting that this is the first time since 1982 that a candidate from the Democratic Party has won in the state.

Furthermore, Trump's success in the Senate has been one of his notable achievements. However, recent polls indicate that he is currently leading the race. How would his conviction affect the outcome?

Rachel Rice, who served in the army in Cobb County, is in shock as she scrolls through her phone and reads the news about the verdict.

"Oh my, he's been found guilty! I wasn't anticipating that outcome. It seems he'll be more motivated to win now!" she exclaims to me.

She casted her vote in favor of Trump during the 2020 elections because of his position on "no more foreign wars". However, she now identifies herself as an unbiased voter.

"I am uncertain about this matter. I perceived this case to be influenced by politics and I questioned Michael Cohen's trustworthiness. In my opinion, it seems unjust."

I inquire if the decision that everyone agreed on has any impact. "Well, who else would I support? I was drawn to RFK. Also, Biden's age made me hesitant to vote for him. Furthermore, although I am in favor of Israel, the current events are disturbing me," she responds.

To speak truthfully, if Trump had faced serious wrongdoing allegations - such as the accusations of meddling with the election - the situation would have a contrasting outcome. That idea made me greatly upset.

She checks her phone once more to review the fees.

"We were already aware of his deceitful nature. He was not an unfamiliar person to me," she chuckles.

Do you think she's not discouraged by it?

"I'm not completely certain about it. It's surprising to me that he was found guilty."

NY Governor: Law Enforcement 'monitoring The Situation'

The recent verdict has received positive feedback from Governor Kathy Hochul of New York. She is assuring locals that law enforcement is keeping a close eye on public safety.

The statement made by the Democrat assures people that everyone is bound by the law and no one can go beyond it without facing consequences.

Hochul stated that she had instructed state law enforcement to work closely with federal officials prior to the verdict and that they will persistently "watch over the situation".

She further stated that we are dedicated to safeguarding the well-being of every inhabitant of New York and preserving the honesty of our legal framework.

Always Value Truth: Michael Cohen's Stance

Michael Cohen, who used to work for Trump as a problem solver, spoke out about Trump's conviction after the trial was over. He wrote a message on X, a platform that used to go by the name of Twitter, and expressed his gratitude towards his legal team, emphasizing the significance of this day for the proper implementation of the law and responsibility.

He expressed that despite the arduous experience he and his family went through, honesty holds significant value.

Jurors: The Key Voice

During a press conference, a journalist inquired of Alvin Bragg, the Manhattan DA, regarding criticisms surrounding the possibility of the case being worth pursuing.

Bragg answered by saying that he fulfilled his duties. He also talked about the background of his position and his own past experiences. He shared that he began his career as a prosecutor in 2003 in the Public Integrity Unit within the New York State Attorney General's office. Additionally, he served in the Public Integrity Unit in the Southern District of New York.

He expressed that these are the types of cases he has personally handled, which is a distinguishing feature of the customs of this institution that he takes pride in managing.

The jurors' voice has been heard today and it holds the utmost significance. They have declared their verdict, finding Donald J Trump guilty on 34 counts of forging business records.