Former US President Donald Trump reported to the Fulton County Jail on Thursday night local time. The conclusion of the 2020 election results manipulation allegations in the state of Georgia. ‘Though I consider the chance of a conviction to be small,’ says American expert Christian Versluis (UGent).
What prompted Trump to show up at Georgia’s Fulton County Jail?
Trump has been accused of attempted voter fraud during the 2020 presidential election in the state of Georgia. This is the fourth criminal case against the former president. He was previously indicted twice at the federal level by special counsel Jack Smith. At the state level, Trump has been indicted in New York and Georgia.
What really happened in and around the prison?
“The former president flew from New Jersey to Atlanta on his private jet. With a large convoy, he arrived at the Fulton County Jail around 7:30 local time. The world’s press was waiting for him. He spent only twenty minutes there. Unlike previous indictments, there was no press conference afterward. No, but he reiterated that there is a witch hunt against him.
There was a mug shot, a prison photo, done. Why is it so significant?
“This is the first time in history that a portrait of a former president has been used. In previous chargesheets, the authorities didn’t think it was necessary, but here they wanted to treat him like any other suspect.
“After the formalities, Trump has a mugshot Posted on his social networking site Truth Social. But remarkably, he also put the same photo on X (formerly Twitter, ed.) is set. But he hasn’t released anything for months.
“With the photo, Trump is calling for financial help. He’s looking for donations. That’s not surprising: The charges against Trump have cost him a significant amount in attorneys’ fees, but he also needs money for his campaign. In addition, his bail in Georgia is $200,000, but typically no more than 10 percent of that. Trump Exactly how much was due is not known.
What does this mean for his chances for the Republican nomination? Will this case play into Trump’s hands?
“Trump is miles ahead in the polls. His opponents can’t go against him. They want Trump’s voters and want to save the former president. Many candidates want to be there. Acting Deputy Warden.
“For his loyal followers, everything remains the same: for them, this is another proof that Trump is a victim. A large part of Americans are alienated from government institutions and the rule of law, like higher education or the FBI. It is very strange. The voice of the Trump dissidents.
“A small group of independents will decide the November 2024 presidential election. They haven’t chosen yet. Whether Trump is guilty will be decisive. A release would add to his rhetoric. If the former president is convicted, they must decide whether to send the convicted felon to the White House.
How is this happening now? Is Trump guilty?
“The chances of conviction are not high. In all criminal cases, he must be convicted by a unanimous jury. It obviously isn’t. On the political front, he declares his innocence and says that everyone is against him. On the other hand, he tries to delay all matters at the legal level.
“Furthermore, the timing of any sentence will be critical. The Georgia prosecutor wants to begin the trial in October. But Trump may still appeal. Most cases will drag on for years to come.
“According to prosecutors, the possibility of a conviction is more likely in Florida, where he is accused of withholding classified government documents. That case seems clear and well-proven, and may be resolved before the presidential election. But there he is again in a position, and even with a jury, that is very much for him. Good. Chances of conviction are small, but I think not. He should get away with dancing on 91 different charges.
“So the 2024 presidential election is important for Trump. According to some legal experts, Trump can pardon himself as president in federal matters. Even if Biden is elected, it is unlikely that he will be given a suspended sentence. At least the divided country will not be in turmoil. Either way, America is headed for a very difficult situation.
