Donald Trump guilty verdict's legal and political implications

There are massive legal and political implications of the guilty verdict in Donald Trump's "hush money" trial. CBS New York's Maurice DuBois and Kristine Johnson spoke with political reporter Marcia Kramer and Hofstra Professor James Sample about it.

[@mcmarine777]

SOMEONE ANYONE able to state exactly what Trump is actually felony convicted of? … don’t post old misdemeanors that aren’t felony. No one has been about to state facts bc the jury WAS NOT actually UNANIMOUS ON ONE CHARGE.

[@anthonyp291]

Go Tump!!!!!

[@81654]

Trump interfered in the 2016 election and tried to hide the cover up as a business expense. Throw his a$$ in jail!

[@joakos1122]

To jail

[@Chulitatr]

Equal justice & penalties for all.

[@JosephGCampo]

Biden and family should be in jail. The millions they have taken from the Ukraine is unforgivable

[@SteveWithers]

...bearing in mind this guy has done everything he can to undermine the justice system. He needs to go to jail.

[@pphil1267]

Lets jail money laundering Biden

[@TS-dw6st]

So criminals can still be president?

[@TheLegitAlpha]

There was one candidate that actually ran from prison, believe it or not.

[@Otingocni]

Yes, and senators and congressman as has happened before. Also, dead republicans have won national office seats multiple times in recent years.

[@jonathansmith8192]

This garbage verdict in a place that was selected due to the 95% Biden 5% Trump outcome has zero chance of standing. Much like the other 2 nonsense New York verdicts.

[@nofascists]

Apparently, they can.

[@jeanghiberti9944]

Yes, there’s one in the White House now.

[@emillion4470]

Thanks Karma, you did good today.

[@JosephGCampo]

The USA is a laughing stock . Get your country back on track !

[@JoeBuck207]

Democrats are loons.

[@JoeBuck207]

Democrats are loons.

[@billypardew2337]

No implications he'll be president in November

[@davidcrichlow1570]

They want to stop him that’s what it’s about well said they on him off the road

[@carrepair39]

I remember someone famously saying lock her up.

[@RockFan89]

Karma was delicious today

[@chuckkayak68]

Now that that shoe is on the other foot, the right wing doesn't like how it fits.

[@JennyThomas-nv8zh]

[@JelMain]

DA Bragg added a comment, that the accumulated contempt events (including his response to the result) will also be decided in the sentencing hearing. Judge Merchan has already warned him he's run out of space for fines, so presumably this means jail. A major factor in that will be time spent with a Probation Officer establishing his potential to reform, which right now is roughly zero. He may well try crocodile tears, and then turn nasty: the guy has a long-established mean streak.

[@RobertJohnson-bj5lk]

I’m just waiting for that “ OJ Simpson slow drive”.

[@JelMain]

@@RobertJohnson-bj5lk In a golf buggy. Don't forget his Secret Service detachment are now his warders.

[@mattsoca1]

Agreed, he shows no remorse, has behaved reprehensibly both before and during the trial, (which includes veiled threats against others), and essentially offers no expectation at all of not continuing in any criminal or deplorable manner if not confined to a prison cell. All of these factors should be, and will be considered with one last final point - the character of a person. A Forensically trained Psychologist or Psychiatrist would clearly establish the need for incarceration.

[@edbarrett7692]

I have way less faith in your legal system than many commenter here,but I'm allowing myself to be swept along a bit by the possibility that he actually breaks, and real tears are visible. Something has to expose his true character, and show the world the brat that he truly is! 👍

[@JelMain]

@@mattsoca1 I come at it from a State Security angle. Such a psychopath cannot be allowed to have his fingers on the nuclear football.

[@oleonard7319]

he's showing no contrition throw him in prison

[@Triumph2024.]

A dark day for the once-envied and venerable American Justice system. Love or hate Trump, this was a roaring sham and even if you support Biden, trust and believe the security of your rights as free citizens under the US Constitution took a walloping with this verdict. As for Trump and his Future: I'll bet the house that the next major round of polling will reveal Trump's numbers to have spiked by 8+ more percentage points by or just after the June debates. (Nationwide, not in NY) Bet?

[@mwyeh768]

Prison? For what? A white collar crime that doesn’t exceed 130k and has no victims

[@patrickhinh]

If he re-elected , he will go after that 12 jurors

[@Goddess_Starr]

What?? Lol

[@woodyjohnson8575]

those

[@peterlongprong7521]

@@Goddess_Starr Trump is a dangerous psychopath whose very character is tainted by revenge

[@SCARRIOR]

Nah RFK Jr is going to win, and he is going to rebuild the US into what it should have been in 1963, or do you want a corporate run America, that leads to civil war? I dare you to watch three of Kennedy's videos, and still tell me you won't vote for him, that is why everyone opposed to him is scared of him. RFK 2024, heal the divide.

[@r.martin114]

Why hasn’t Joe Biden and the Clinton’s and Obama’s and others! Why are they never in court!!!! This was a pathetic bogus judge and jury! Comeback Trump and POWERFLUSH the Swamp ✝️🇺🇸🩸✝️ Why didn’t the Democrats go after Trump years ago instead of waiting for the election time? Because years ago Trump didn’t mean anything to them now Democrats are scared because Trump knows way more now then he did the last time he ran! If they will do this to Trump they will do it to everyone 😡

[@jarbahgarway4456]

It's the Truth, Trump is always true

[@jamespcarvallyosr9449]

Don’t you lose all your rights being a felony man , no gun , no vote, he shouldn’t be able to run for office that he has no idea how to do.

[@micheleewing1960]

He was the first President that backed the Capital Riot

[@johnvang973]

Absolutely 💯 truth.

[@raishaferreira8099]

Sad? Attack ur own country!

[@Russ-ex8so]

And Brandon supported and supports every riot including the Capitol because it served him.

[@zosimalarican5448]

His goal. To have business !!!

[@MrStretchnificant]

Sad day for America.

[@gabortoth5936]

Trump fit for jail

[@RobertJohnson-bj5lk]

I’m hoping to see Trump do the “OJ Simpson slow drive” to avoid jail time.

[@nickandmikec]

Sentencing set for July 11, 2024.

[@ramongonzalezdiaz9511]

lock him up lock him up lock him up..

[@peterlongprong7521]

$5 says that Trump tries to make a run for it and skips the country ! taking bets !!!

[@moparcorvette8056]

Lock Him Up 🔒 For His Crimes Against America 🇺🇸 and World 🌎 Peace 🌍

[@criticalthinker3855]

Locked him up 🤣🤣🤣 Trump is not above the law 👍 Disgrace disgusting Dirty Donny 🎉going to jail 🎉🎉🎉

[@rogusmith2630]

@@peterlongprong7521 bet it will get thrown out before then

[@cryptoniteblack7563]

Lock the con man up...

[@david1137444]

you?

[@randylotito8045]

RIGHT HERE DONALD J TRUMP LOVES ♥♥♥ FELLOW BROOKLYN RAPPER 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈 TEKASHI69 110% ALL THE WAYYY.

[@randallreed9048]

And of all the indictments, this was considered the most problematic!!! Think about that for a while!

[@Wethepeople831]

You know who else throws politics opponents in jail Putin so why don't you sit they're and think about that is this the way we wanna go soon it will be assassination and god help us if it goes towards that they just tore the constitution up right in front of you

[@SteveWithers]

True. It's sad that Trump's allies in Florida and Georgia and on the Supreme Court have been able to block the other trials.

[@abalu5547]

She said split the baby in half that's really gross that kind of thing happens because of American bombs

[@SteveWithers]

She's referring to the story in the Bible about King Solomon proposing a settlement for a dispute over a child.

[@LynnLee-fs3dp]

🙄🤦🏽‍♀️

[@MMr-hj7sf]

“We the people “every felony is linked together on the docket, most certainly can appeal and drop the charges on the legal basis of the appellate courts

[@m.e.8540]

Trump2024. Verdicts didn’t interfere in the election the way the uniparty and schmedia hoped. Michelle will be brought out soon in a last minute desperation attempt.

[@fredsmith4106]

Need some copium, buttercup?

[@david1137444]

Now Judge will be so super rich!/ Thx America!

[@ericstanford7670]

You can’t expect a fair and impartial jury for a republican on trial in a blue state nor a democrat in a red state. I hate to make it about politics but that’s reality. A change of venue would’ve helped but idk how much unless it trial was held in another country.

[@MrMferg240]

appeal the fact that the judge donated money to a ''get trump'' fundraiser. lol.

[@81654]

Trump interfered in the 2016 election and tried to hide the coverup as a business expense. Throw his a$$ in jail!

[@arthurroberts-r5w]

he shouldn't go too prison not right he not above law

[@arvilklepfer9502]

Did Jerry also heard what the judge says shut up and listen to me

[@couptrump748]

Where is the dope Herman Cain ???????

[@charlesmaury2061]

Who cares about all these so called tv talkers we dont care

[@markthomas3730]

WILL THE SECRET SERVICE AGENTS GO TO JAIL WITH HIM ?

[@siaosilopeti3763]

Karma God will punish you

[@pdg61met]

Wow talk about a leftist news crew😅

[@mikeaq210]

Changes nothing, voting Trump

[@Jerry-up8bk]

A Lot of Ignorant ppl will Still vote for trump the CLOWN 🤡 !

[@AlanDuff-fp2kn]

@@tr7938 YOU are easily conned and since it's easier to conn a person than it is to convinced them they've BEEN conned, as you WERE, young man

[@99672]

Your entitled to waste your vote anyway you please.

[@ericgoingoverseas5064]

Soviet Show Trial.....

[@LisaMurray-q6s]

Nixon is happy 😅😅

[@AllenWhippy]

This Joe Biden

[@tammyprice6422]

TRUMP 2024 EVEN MORE NOW

[@mlohorn]

for PRISON!! you will be going to prison too,, thanks for letting us know WHO and WHERE you are!

[@genevabrantley3076]

You would stand up for wrongness instead of what is right. You would believe that a black man was guilty with no doubt but a man who has been doing criminal activity for so long. Are you OK with that . His son said it in a nutshell he is white, so he should be free, right? He should do every illegal thing and get by with it, right? All you care about is America being an all white country, right? Is that how America is going to be great again. He will have every criminal doing his bidding for him, and that will satisfy you, right? God has spoken, and Trump is guilty, showing that he is not above the law

[@swoleog1498]

Trump all day

[@davidcrichlow1570]

Fake news

[@billmitchell1955]

This will help Trump.

[@SteveWithers]

Only among corrupt, ignorant MAGA fools. Everyone else knows a lying felon when they see one.

[@1111Greek]

Lock this criminal up!!!

[@AlanDuff-fp2kn]

And you know he's a criminal HOW??? Because a corrupt media TOLD you he is...

[@maxine-x4x]

STEPHANIE CLIFFORD: GUILTY ~ EXTORTION, FRAUD , MICHAEL COHEN: GUILTY~ FRAUD , GRAND LARCENY , PERJURY MERRICK GARLAND: GUILTY ~CONSPIRACY & RACKETEERING "JUDGE" MERCHAN: GUILTY ~ GROSS MALFEASANCE , JUDICIAL MISCONDUCT, FAILURE TO RECUSE, NUMEROUS VIOLATIONS DUE PROCESS CONSTITUTIONAL GUARANTEES DEPRIVATION OF RIGHTS PROCEDURAL AND SUBSTANTIVE COLANGELO & BRAGG : GUILTY ~CONSPIRACY , RACKETEERING , DENIAL OF DUE PROCESS , PROSECUTORIAL MISCONDUCT , DEFRAUDING THE COURT no crime was committed by the "defendant"

[@markross3810]

not yet

[@nopefan6463]

Keep the eating those crayons dip s***

[@AlanDuff-fp2kn]

@@USNVA-yn6cp Because corrupt media told him Trump is a criminal DUH :)

[@silviaweinberg9622]

Mr Trump 2024 bendiciones

[@couptrump748]

Calmate frijoles

[@couptrump748]

GAF

[@bellagirlgirl8827]

No matter how much Trump farted in court, it's nothing compared to the toxic hot air that continues to spew out of his mouth.

[@NaigbeEfe]

LOCK HIM UP .. WE ALL NEW HE WAS GUILTY LONG TIME AGO

[@jonnnodunkerton843]

Jury made America great again

[@johnvang973]

Jail time Mr.Trump.

[@leannevandekew1996]

Putin is so con-soling that he sent Trump a jar of hummus. It's made of Russian chick pea.

[@khalilramos3499]

DISQUALIFY Trump !!!! To run for any government position - the whole world will Laugh at USA if you allow a guilty to run for President -

[@thumbsaloft]

It's a SHAMEFUL, EMBARRASSING, EVIL TIME and DAY FOR AMERICA! May ALMIGHTY GOD help us!

[@DrakeSmith-tn6ij]

What’s shameful and embarrassing about convicting Trump?

[@GeorgeFort-o3d]

Felon 45 😂

[@AlanDuff-fp2kn]

When Trump SO called go to jail he CANNOT be blamed for what's about to occur then right??? Guilty on all 34 counts right?? 3+4 = 7 so NOW watch how GOD go to work

[@AlanDuff-fp2kn]

@@GeorgeFort-o3d 45-47

[@WG-tt6hk]

@@DrakeSmith-tn6ij Bogus charges, trashing the Constitution , 3rd world justice.

[@markross3810]

Of course he was going to lose on the paperwork alone, I doubt the judge will put him in jail

[@atcarlumsy1503]

Jail that crook.

[@3x3mm]

You cant operate in this Universe like trump did without a Supreme Correction.

[@Calbeck]

Perhaps you could tell us what crime he was convicted of paying money to cover up?

[@CarolEdmonds-pk7hr]

3x3mm, but the Supreme Court would NOT have delivered that verdict!! It had to come from the state where he committed the crimes, and the People of the State of New York have at last been vindicated!!! Thank You to the Judge,the Prosecutors, and the REAL heroes in this matter of New York vs Donald J Trump: the jury of his peers who UNANIMOUSLY found him guilty of ALL 34 charges !!!!

[@malcolmlaxton-blinkhorn5847]

His main crime is breathing

[@anelemtiki3004]

​@Calbeck his crime was to announce he is running as a president of the US

[@harvey2539]

@malcolmlaxton-blinkhorn5847 Facts over feelings cry babies. It's called facing the law. If you can't do the time, don't do the crime.

[@mangographics225]

Yippeeee !!!

[@MicheleSimmons-v4p]

He had other liars who backed him up for what he was saying witness to what them people not witness them. People is wicked they all work together.

[@j.r5064]

TRUMP 2024

[@Jerry-up8bk]

trump in Prison 2024 !

[@Jerry-up8bk]

It won't be a Yawn when trumps in Prison!

[@lynnepringle4775]

You can't fix stupid.

[@TheScarlett80]

Lock him up for good. I don't understand how any criminal can be president.

[@Triumph2024.]

A dark day for the once-envied and venerable American Justice system. Love or hate Trump, this was a roaring sham and even if you support Biden, trust and believe the security of your rights as free citizens under the US Constitution took a walloping with this verdict. As for Trump and his Future: I'll bet the house that the next major round of polling will reveal Trump's numbers to have spiked by 8+ more percentage points by or just after the June debates. (Nationwide, not in NY) Bet?

[@Triumph2024.]

​@@IgnoreMeImWrongAnd they can't explain it to you, either.

[@harvey2539]

@@IgnoreMeImWrong falsify business records for personal gain and file them with the IRS and see how fast you get hit with a fraud charge

[@harvey2539]

@@IgnoreMeImWrong by your description prostitution is illegal as well, but that's not what he was charged for so where is you leg to stand on?

[@IgnoreMeImWrong]

@@harvey2539 How long did it take the IRS to claim fraud against him?

[@fleurstarable]

Trump 2024 ❤

[@81654]

Trump interfered in the 2016 election and tried to hide the cover up as a business expense. Throw his a$$ in jail!

[@couptrump748]

Ok

[@graphicballads]

I was undecided but I don't belive in witches, trump 2024

[@fredsmith4106]

If it was a witch hunt, the jury were swayed by the broomstick.

[@cynthiahawkins2389]

OMG I love it. First ad up here on YOU TUBE before the video? A begging plea for money, by Trump. Asking us to 'chip in'...Ironic and pretty hysterical, considering what just went down in court. My family wouldn't give this dude ice cubes at the South Pole...

[@LilBearZen]

Jesus he’s so pathetic

[@markm8623]

Biden for Prison 2024

[@couptrump748]

Tu mama

[@christophjohnson3777]

Amazing how the entire emphasis is not about winning because your party has the best policies for our country, but beat the other guy at whatever cost.

[@lextacy2008]

Neither party had policy. So whats your point?

[@chocod359]

Hey can you please enlighten us on those Policies... Please and thank you..

[@mikewalker7385]

@@IgnoreMeImWrong dude, I am so sick of doing your own research bull crap. Trump changes his policies with the Wind.

[@RockFan89]

@@IgnoreMeImWrong Those Carrier jobs he promised wouldnt go to Mexico, still went. His tax cuts helped the rich. His China tariffs and delayed COVID response disrupted the supply chain and led to the inflation we have now. You might want to read his project 2025 too. Disturbing stuff

[@cliffordchapman4636]

​@@mikewalker7385 It's so funny how you have these Trump supporters constantly making such assertions but when called to task, demand others do the research. It really reveals not just Trump's assertion that he won the 2020 election but why millions of dupes believe it.

[@nofascists]

No jail time because he's easy to find? I wonder what legal statute that comes from.

[@thebestisyettobe5506]

So what will happen to Trump now ? Does this mean it’s the end of his political comeback?

[@khalilramos3499]

It should be - convicted criminal can’t run a giant country

[@Kingx90]

No he can still run, may very well win

[@raishaferreira8099]

Vote em out 🎉

[@OnceShy_TwiceBitten]

@@khalilramos3499 actually, they can. And now, just from the martyrdom itself, he will win, and NOW he will come for it ALL. Regardless of what side you are on, you have to see that's how things will play out.

[@kurtrose1735]

A camp? Seriously delusional

[@markfralick7818]

Hes a child as well

[@eyestoenvy]

Ahora mas que nunca votare por el .......

[@idsdragon8293]

Yeah! I love you Stormy!

[@nopefan6463]

This is such a joke it's all going to get appealed in reverse kind of funny though today

[@stefanostubbsten]

No it won't be reversed. D.A. Bragg and the judge followed everything by the letter. The jury considered the facts and acted accordingly. So sorry, no reversal for the Cheeto. Next time, he should pay his Ho with the right money.

[@inky5168]

I'm so proud of the New York. Well done! Hopefully the UK are paying attention. Both nations have had bad actors running or trying to run the show to their own ends whilst behaving dreadfully. Excellent work New York. The UK loves you. Thank you for showing the world that the rich and powerful can face their crimes!

[@Lesley-y8d]

Thicko.

[@anelemtiki3004]

The tables will turn. Watch!

[@pamelahays-lx1to]

Hallelujah! Praise the Good Lord, for Justice! Justice came down in America today! No Felon can serve in a Federal job, let alone serve in the Presidency! We are free from the oppression of this idol. ------------ Psalms 27.

[@SitooE]

Sound like you voted for the idiot in office that has the cost of living thru the roof. This was straight a political hunt.

[@tedbell4416]

Wrong

[@christophjohnson3777]

🤦‍♂️

[@kipomaakmaak]

kangaroo court

[@barbiedahl]

Having a hard time coping? So sad.😂

[@99672]

Yeah should have been a Reptile court for the Reptile he is.

[@peacam563]

No Australians on that Jury mate..🍼🍼 Drink up now. Make mine a Cognac.

[@TactileCoder]

Rendered guilty by the jury of his peers. 😂 The defense literally chooses the jury

[@ammertos1517]

@@TactileCoder The lefty New Yorkers are not his peers. and especially not the corrupt judge

[@nancielathungc6430]

Paid witnessess.....

[@dnate697]

Lock Him Up!

[@MK-651]

Majority of Americans won't support a convicted criminal.

[@formerlyknownasdoug]

Really? Ask the people of Illinois about Jessie Jackson Jr.

[@Otingocni]

@@formerlyknownasdoug is illinois the majority of americans?

[@alanking6173]

Just like living in China or north Korea

[@JanellMeng-tm7xo]

How does he keep getting to run for presidency?

[@henryhill3778]

OOOOOOOoooohhhh I KKKKKkknnnnooooowwww.....

[@Kingx90]

What’s gona stop him?

[@williamfrank7565]

politicians are simply NOT above the law......

[@tedbell4416]

Unless you're democrat

[@utubegeneric]

please tell that to the clintons and bidens.

[@peacam563]

@@utubegeneric Politician!! Where?

[@digong5679]

selling america for millions!

[@Otingocni]

@@utubegeneric what crimes were they tried for?

[@kurtrose1735]

Why do they say things he has never said.

[@81654]

Trump interfered in the 2016 election and tried to hide the cover up as a business expense. Throw his a$$ in jail!

[@samsdaughterdehaven9990]

If the Republicans came up with a nominee for Pres and is elected, it's possible to pardon him! Makes me sick to think that could be so.

[@nofascists]

Wrong. It's a state case, not a federal one. Only a state governor can pardon a state crime.

[@JelMain]

@@nofascists Likewise, in respect to the Supreme Court.

[@smid9173]

You will be happy to know that since this is a state trial and not a federal trial he can NOT be pardoned.

[@jonathansmith8192]

Makes me sick you hate Trump so much you support banana republic rigged trials that will be the end of our justice system.

[@JelMain]

@@smid9173 Not quite, the Governor can pardon him. Pigs might fly, too. In theory, a grave instance of judicial malpractice might get a US Supreme Court hearing. Another issue is, now he's a condemned felon, can he even leave New York without permission?

[@jarbahgarway4456]

False and fake

[@markfralick7818]

Trudeau has to go to

[@81654]

Conservatives are like Trump supporters, it’s just as concerning

[@vikg4600]

He can still be president unfortunately. Just needs to win in November. Since no one was actually harmed in this case, the judge will have to go light on sentencing. Dude’s like a cockroach. Can survive a nuclear war

[@nicolegilzene7995]

You know interesting? Why didn't you guys think about that in the OJ Simpson trial you? I bet you weren't saying that sir. I'd love to look back and when the jurors found him not guilty that they thought about it all the things that you were saying oh you guys. Are so partisan especially Marsha?

[@TheRealJetLifeGaming]

How much jail time!?

[@AlanDuff-fp2kn]

ZERO

[@seldom_seen8713]

​@@AlanDuff-fp2knTrump is still my President 😂😂😂 regardless.

[@AlanDuff-fp2kn]

@@seldom_seen8713 He's EVERYBODY'S president; we just have a LOT of sheep who fell into a steep deep sleep...

[@spumemonk11]

It's a great day for the rule of law.

[@tedbell4416]

Lol

[@WG-tt6hk]

What law? This was a political trail just like in any other police state.

[@markross3810]

not unless jail

[@digong5679]

bidens selling america for millions is not criminal?

[@romeocastille1690]

*CHUMP GOT TRUMPED*

[@peacam563]

And CLUMPED round the ear. Do me a favour Pass the Couvoisier!

[@romeocastille1690]

@@peacam563 You have *EXCELLENT TASTE; CHEERS!* 🍹

[@briandoherty8337]

All hail the United Banana Republics of America!

[@ElizabethRios-uk9ct]

He should not be able to run for president. The court should make it illegal to do so.

[@khalilramos3499]

Disqualify Trump if getting into any government position- trump is a disgrace!!!!! Can’t be a leader for integrity

[@r.martin114]

I’m not changing my mind! I’m still on that TRUMP TRAIN Come back Trump 2024! ✝️🙏🩸🇺🇸✝️

[@genevabrantley3076]

Well, if you want a criminal for president, you have plenty to choose from . God is showing everyone who is God

[@thumbsaloft]

GOD PLEASE HELP US, AMERICA HAS GONE NUTS!

[@barbiedahl]

Too bad. So sad.

[@akondofswat209]

Special shout out to Costello..😅

[@henryhill3778]

Abbot too!

[@JoseReyesReyes-z4d]

( the court did a wonderful job, great 👍 never to be seen again -(Donald j trump!)

[@81654]

From Canada: Congratulations 🎉 and thank you to the jury for doing their job 👏. The world is a better place without Trump

[@tunnsie]

So will the secret service agents go with him into the prison showers or will they just stand outside the stalls?

[@PSA78]

He will forever be in the history books, but not for the narcissistic reasons he hoped for. 🙌