"Trump's Dual Court Appearance: Pivotal Moments in Criminal Cases"

Former President Donald Trump is expected in a New York court as a judge is set to rule on his motions to dismiss the first criminal trial against him, which involves allegations of falsifying business records to cover up hush money payments to Stormy Daniels during the 2016 election. This case is one of four criminal cases Trump faces, with the trial scheduled for next month. Trump has pleaded not guilty and claimed the cases are politically motivated. Another federal case alleging mishandling of national security information is set for May, while a state racketeering case in Georgia awaits a trial date.