"Trump's Landmark Hush Money Trial: A Turning Point for America"

The hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, the first criminal trial of a former commander in chief, begins with jury selection in New York. Trump faces 34 felony counts of falsifying business records related to payments made to his then-lawyer, Michael Cohen, to keep Stormy Daniels from going public with her claims of a sexual encounter. Trump has pleaded not guilty and portrays the case as a political attack. The trial's significance is underscored by the unprecedented scenario of a former president and current candidate facing potential prison time. The jury selection process will involve questioning prospective jurors about their ability to be fair and impartial, with the trial expected to draw significant public attention and potential protests.