Donald Trump Pleads Not Guilty to 34 Felony Charges
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Former President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to 34 felony charges in a Manhattan court on Tuesday, becoming the first former president of the United States to be criminally charged.
Protests: Rival groups of protesters gathered outside the district attorney’s office. Fox News reported an altercation between pro-Trump protesters and anti-Trump protesters. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) and Rep. George Santos (R-NY) both made appearances at the protests in support of Trump. Greene spoke to pro-Trump supporters, calling Democrats communists. The Associated Press reported that “Journalists often outnumbered protesters.”
Mugshot? While outlets across the spectrum are expecting Trump will not be handcuffed, there are conflicting reports on if the former president will have his mugshot taken. The New York Times (Lean Left Bias) reported there “likely won’t” be a mugshot. The New York Post (Lean Right bias) cited “sources” determining he “may avoid having his mugshot taken.” International Business Times (Center Bias) reported a mugshot will be taken.
What’s Next? Trump is expected to return to Florida tonight and give remarks to supporters.
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