Trump Attorney Reacts to Conviction
Trump attorney Alina Habba criticized the conviction of Trump on all 34 counts in the hush-money case, promising a swift appeal and calling the trial unprecedented and unfair.
Trump Denounces Verdict
Trump called the trial “rigged” and blamed the Biden administration for targeting him. He vowed to keep fighting and urged Americans to deliver the real verdict on election day.
Political Reactions
House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell condemned the verdict, predicting it will be overturned on appeal. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise and others called the trial a “witch hunt.”
Support from Potential Running Mates
Rep. Elise Stefanik and Senator Tim Scott criticized the trial, emphasizing the need for Trump’s victory in November and claiming the justice system targets Republicans.
The legal and political fallout continues as Trump’s team begins the appeal process.
