Opening Statements in Trump's Hush Money Trial Set for Monday
After a swift and emotional jury selection, Donald Trump's historic criminal trial over alleged hush money payments begins with opening statements in New York.
- The trial follows accusations that Trump falsified business records to conceal a payment to adult film actress Stormy Daniels during the 2016 election.
- Jury selection concluded with 12 jurors and six alternates sworn in amid high emotions and intense media scrutiny.
- A man set himself on fire outside the courthouse, briefly diverting attention from the trial proceedings.
- Trump's legal team attempted to delay the trial's start and change the venue, but their requests were denied.
- Prosecutors and defense lawyers are set to outline their cases, with potential testimony from key figures like Michael Cohen and Stormy Daniels.




























































































































































































