Donald Trump Arrives in NYC to Face Criminal Charges in Manhattan Court

Former President Donald Trump arrived in New York City Monday afternoon, where he plans to surrender to the Manhattan District Attorney and face charges related to business fraud on Tuesday.

Details: Trump departed his home in Florida Monday morning, his motorcade flanked by supporters lining the road into the airport. He spent Monday night at his residence in the Trump Tower in New York before being arraigned in the Manhattan Supreme Court Tuesday. Outlets across the spectrum are reporting that protesters are not arriving in NYC in large numbers, with the Associated Press contrasting it to the influx of people into Washington, D.C. before the January 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol.

Key Quotes: “Tomorrow, I will be arrested,” a Trump fundraising email said on Monday. New York City Mayor Eric Adams warned potential demonstrators to obey city law, stating, “While there may be some rabble rousers thinking about coming to our city tomorrow, our message is clear and simple: control yourselves. New York City is our home, not a playground for your misplaced anger. We are the safest large city in America because we respect the rule of law in New York City.”

How The Media Reported It: Political outlets across the spectrum are heavily covering each development of the indictment, often noting the historical significance. The Associated Press labeled it “an unprecedented chapter in American history.” The New York Post noted it is “the first time a current or former US president has faced criminal charges.”