Continued Testimony Puts Trump at Risk of Jail for Violating Gag Order in Hush Money Trial

Donald Trump faces potential jail time for gag order violations in his hush money trial as prosecutors prepare to call prominent witnesses, including Stormy Daniels. Daniels was paid $130,000 by Trump’s lawyer to keep quiet about an encounter with Trump in 2006. The trial has featured testimony about financial transactions related to the payments. Trump has been fined multiple times for violating the gag order, leading to a potential jail sanction. The trial marks a significant legal and political moment, with Daniels’ testimony adding to the historic nature of the case. Prosecutors are building towards Cohen’s testimony while Trump maintains his innocence in the 34 felony counts he faces.

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