- A federal judge denied Trump's bid to move the New York hush‑money case to federal court, saying the payments were private conduct unrelated to presidential duties.
- Trump immediately appealed, arguing the Supreme Court's presidential‑immunity decision should require federal review and dismissal.
- He was convicted in 2024 on 34 counts of falsifying business records but received an unconditional discharge (no penalties); appeals are ongoing and could reach higher courts.
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