Former President Donald Trump Pleads Not Guilty to 34 Felony Counts

Former President Donald Trump Pleads Not Guilty to 34 Felony Counts in Shocking Arrest Photos

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Former US President Donald Trump has been arrested on criminal charges, marking a historic moment as the first US president ever to face such charges.

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Former US President Donald Trump was arrested on criminal charges related to hush money payments made before the 2016 election, denying any wrongdoing.

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Donald Trump made a name as a real estate mogul and gained nationwide popularity with his NBC reality show 'The Apprentice.'

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Trump drew criticism for his involvement in the birtherism movement, suggesting President Obama was not born in the US.

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He has faced criticism for his stance on immigration, including building a wall and implementing a Muslim ban.

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Trump is expected to be arraigned on about 30 charges related to hush money payments made to two women ahead of the 2016 election.

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Former President Trump pleaded not guilty to 34 felony counts of falsifying business records, maintaining his denial of any wrongdoing.

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On April 3, 2023, Donald Trump arrived in New York by private jet, in preparation for his arraignment on criminal charges the following day.

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He caused controversy by serving fast food to the Clemson Tigers at the White House during a government shutdown in 2019.

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Trump has been a controversial figure throughout his presidency and post-presidency, drawing both supporters and protesters.

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