SUMMARY
Donald Trump was found guilty on all 34 criminal charges against him in a New York courtroom. He becomes the first former president charged, and now convicted, of a felony. The case stemmed from Trump falsifying business records to cover up hush money payments to adult film actress Stormy Daniels ahead of the 2016 presidential election.
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WARM-UP QUESTIONS
- What were the charges against former president Donald Trump?
- Where was Donald Trump convicted of multiple felonies?
- Why did Trump face 34 charges instead of just one for his actions?
- Who were some of the people that testified against Trump?
- When will Trump be sentenced for these convictions?
FOCUS QUESTIONS
How do you think this conviction of a former president and presumed presidential nominee will be remembered by future generations?
Media literacy: Who would you most want to hear from to understand the impact this conviction will have on the future of the United States?
Alternative: See, Think, Wonder: What did you notice? What did the story make you think? What would you want to learn more about?
FOR MORE
What students can do: Learn more about how the trial played out and how the jury came to their determination. Watch the segment below and listen to the two prosecutors explain why they think the jury found Trump guilty on all charges. As a class, discuss — what did you learn about the trial that you didn't understand before watching the segment?
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