Trump Launches Appeal of New York Hush Money Conviction

The former president's new legal team seeks to overturn his 34-count conviction for falsifying business records tied to a 2016 hush money payment.

Donald Trump has filed an appeal to overturn his May 2024 conviction on 34 counts of falsifying business records related to a $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels during the 2016 campaign.
Trump's legal team argues that the Manhattan District Attorney's case sets a dangerous precedent and was politically motivated, a claim Trump has maintained throughout the trial.
The appeal will be handled by a new legal team from Sullivan & Cromwell LLP, led by Robert Giuffra Jr., following the departure of Trump's previous attorneys to roles in his administration.
Trump's sentencing earlier this month resulted in an unconditional discharge, meaning no jail time, fines, or probation, but the conviction remains on his record.
Legal experts note the appeal faces challenges in New York courts but could eventually reach the U.S. Supreme Court, as Trump's team seeks to clear his record.