Former President Donald Trump could potentially face a prison sentence ranging from one to four years if convicted in the Stormy Daniels hush money case, according to legal analysis presented by attorney and former ambassador Norm Eisen. Drawing from an exhaustive examination of analogous cases, Eisen suggests a parallel with historical precedents and estimates potential sentences for each count outlined in the indictment.
Central to the case are allegations that Trump orchestrated payments to silence two women, Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal, prior to the 2016 presidential election. The payments, according to prosecutors, violated election law by concealing scandalous revelations that could have influenced the election outcome.
Trump vehemently denies any wrongdoing, characterizing the case as a politically motivated witch hunt. He has pleaded not guilty to 34 felony charges related to the case. A crucial moment in the trial looms as Daniels signals her intent to testify, with proceedings scheduled to commence in New York on March 25.
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Eisen anticipates that the trial will conclude by the end of April, potentially leading to sentencing during the summer or early fall. He notes that Trump’s demeanor and apparent lack of contrition could significantly influence the sentencing process, potentially resulting in a range of imprisonment from 1.3 years to four years.
Protracted legal battles are expected, with Trump’s legal team likely to mount appeals that could extend into 2025. Michael Cohen, Trump’s former attorney, is expected to provide crucial testimony, corroborating the assertion that he facilitated payments to Daniels and McDougal to safeguard Trump’s electoral prospects.
The case, which involves allegations against The Trump Organization, highlights the complex legal challenges facing the former president.
