Trump Escalates Attacks on Judge as Hush-Money Trial Nears Verdict

Former President Trump criticized the judge in his hush money trial on social media, claiming the charges stem from a simple "bookkeeping error" and accusing the case of being politically motivated. Trump, facing 34 counts of falsifying business records, reiterated his stance that the payment to Michael Cohen was a legitimate legal expense and accused the Biden administration of election interference. The trial, involving 22 witnesses, is nearing its conclusion with closing statements and jury deliberations imminent.