Trump arrives at New York court for the start of his hush money trial: Live updates

Former President Donald Trump has arrived at a Manhattan courthouse to begin jury selection for his hush money trial, marking a historic moment as he becomes the first former U.S. president to face criminal charges. The case involves 34 felony counts related to falsifying business records to suppress stories potentially harmful to his 2016 presidential campaign. The trial, not open to TV cameras, has garnered extensive media attention, with supporters and protesters gathering outside the courthouse. Trump, also a presumptive nominee for this year’s Republican presidential ticket, described the case as unjust, claiming it should never have been brought against him. This trial is part of a larger set of legal challenges Trump faces, contributing to a highly charged political atmosphere as he continues campaigning. The selection process for the jury, aimed at finding 12 impartial New Yorkers, is expected to take several days amidst this significant legal and political drama.

Source: AP News