Trump Convicted of Falsifying Business Records

President-elect Donald Trump has announced plans to appeal his conviction on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records, for which he received an unconditional discharge from Judge Juan M. Merchan in New York. Trump characterized the legal proceedings as a 'pathetic, unAmerican Witch Hunt' orchestrated by Democrats, claiming there was never a legitimate case against him. His attorney, Todd Blanche, expressed concerns about the legal basis for the prosecution and emphasized that public opinion supports their appeal. The U.S. Supreme Court recently declined to intervene in Trump's case, rejecting arguments of presidential immunity. Trump continues to assert his innocence and claims that the real jury is the American people, citing his electoral support. The legal team's commitment to challenging the verdict reflects the significant implications this case holds for Trump's political future.