It’s been another whirlwind week in the courts when it comes to Donald Trump and his ongoing legal battles. The spotlight right now is on his criminal conviction out of New York, the so-called hush money case that’s become a fixture in headlines for more than a year. Let’s get right into it: Trump, who was found guilty last year on all 34 counts of falsifying business records to hide a payment made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, is now pressing hard to have that conviction erased. Just this month, his legal team was back before a three-judge panel at the U.S. Court of Appeals in Manhattan. Their main argument is that the case should never have been handled by a state court in the first place. They’re relying on an old, rarely used statute to try and move the whole thing to federal court—hoping that a federal bench might be more favorable, or at least that the whole process could get bogged down in even more appeals.

Trump himself was not present for the hearing. But he’s been anything but silent, maintaining through virtual appearances and statements to the press that he’s innocent, and that the legal system has treated him unfairly from the start. Worth noting, though: ten days before Trump was sworn in for his second term, he was sentenced in New York. The judge gave what’s known as an unconditional discharge—so no fines, no jail time, but the conviction remains on his record. The rationale from the court was clear; any harsher punishment would encroach on the presidency, and that’s something the courts are entering with extreme caution.

These aren’t the only courtroom dramas involving Trump right now. A recent case at the Supreme Court saw his administration win a pair of crucial victories related to government data and access. On top of that, just this week, the Trump administration accused a district court of openly defying a Supreme Court order over the deportation of immigrants—a stark sign of just how fraught and contentious the legal landscape remains around anything Trump touches, even as president again.

Legal scholars say that the strategy his attorneys are using in the appeal, especially trying to broaden the reach of the Federal Officer Removal Statute, could have consequences far beyond just Trump, potentially shifting how future presidents and federal officials are treated in the courts.

With all these moving parts, from hearings in Manhattan to wrangling at the Supreme Court and legal fights over immigration policy, the Trump legal saga continues to evolve at a dizzying pace. Thanks for tuning in and following along as we track these developments. Make sure to join us next week for more updates on the court cases and political headlines that are shaping the nation.

The past few days have been a whirlwind in the world of Donald Trump’s ongoing legal battles. Just recently, intense focus was back in a Manhattan federal appeals court. Trump’s attorneys were there, still fighting to overturn the criminal conviction he picked up last year in New York State Supreme Court. That conviction, stemming from his hush money case involving adult film star Stormy Daniels, resulted in Trump being found guilty on all 34 counts of falsifying business records to cover up a payment. This was the very case that forced the nation’s attention back onto courtroom drama just as Trump was settling into his second presidential term.

Here’s the extraordinary part: even though the jury found Trump guilty, the sentence handed down—just ten days before he was sworn in again—was what’s known as an unconditional discharge. That meant no prison, no fines, not even probation. The conviction, though, remains firmly on Trump’s record. In his sentencing, Trump appeared only via video, stating bluntly, “I was treated very, very unfairly.” He’s maintained his innocence throughout and has vowed at every turn to keep appealing the case.

This past week’s hearing in Manhattan was the latest round in that fight. Trump’s legal team is arguing that the entire case should actually be moved out of state court and into federal court—a technical move based on a fairly obscure law. Legal experts say it’s a long shot, but as always with Trump’s legal strategies, it’s about testing every possible avenue.

But the New York criminal case isn’t the only courtroom battleground for Trump’s circle right now. Appeals are still pending in the New York civil fraud case, where Attorney General Letitia James secured a major judgment against Trump and his business empire last year. Those appeals have been consolidated and will be reviewed together by the Appellate Division. Meanwhile, over in Georgia, several of Trump’s allies—including Mark Meadows—are petitioning higher courts in their own efforts to shift criminal proceedings to federal court or to disqualify District Attorney Fani Willis from prosecuting them.

And let’s not forget the lingering fallout from the former classified documents case in Florida. While Trump got the indictment dismissed on procedural grounds, federal prosecutors immediately appealed, keeping another high-profile case on the calendar.

The legal calendar for Donald Trump is crowded, and courtroom developments are coming fast. The only certainty is that, no matter the outcome of this latest appeal, Donald Trump’s entanglement with America’s courts will remain center stage for months to come.

It’s been another whirlwind of courtroom drama surrounding Donald Trump as we near the end of June 2025. Just this past week, all eyes turned to a federal appeals court in Manhattan, where Trump’s legal team pressed forward in their mission to overturn his criminal conviction in the closely watched hush money case. The legal maneuvering is the latest chapter in a saga that, despite spanning years, is still unfolding with remarkable intensity.

Trump was convicted last year in the New York State Supreme Court. A jury found him guilty on all 34 counts of falsifying business records. These charges stemmed from payments made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, intended to keep her silent during his presidential campaign. What made this particular sentencing so extraordinary was not just the gravity of convicting a former president, but the unprecedented timing: Trump was sentenced just ten days before being sworn in for his second term. The judge, navigating uncharted waters, issued an unconditional discharge. Essentially, Trump faced no fines, no prison term, and no other penalties—a decision crafted specifically to avoid interfering with the duties of the sitting president. Yet the conviction itself remains firmly on his record.

Despite not appearing in court for this latest hearing, Trump’s presence loomed large. In a video statement at his sentencing in January, he insisted he was treated unfairly and reiterated his claim of innocence. He has consistently vowed to fight the conviction, launching a series of appeals. The current legal strategy centers on shifting the conviction from state to federal jurisdiction, with his lawyers arguing that the case should never have been tried in state court. Legal experts are skeptical, however. According to those closely watching the process, this appeal leans on an outdated law and has little chance of succeeding. The federal appeals judges, for their part, have given no indication they are inclined to rule in Trump’s favor. Much of the legal community sees this as a long shot intended to delay the final outcome.

With Trump’s legal future still uncertain and the appeals process grinding forward, the nation finds itself watching—and waiting. His efforts to erase the historic conviction have so far yielded little, but the stakes remain incredibly high, both for the former president and for the country’s legal and political landscape.

This week has been another pivotal moment in the ongoing legal battles surrounding former President Donald Trump. Just days ago, in a Manhattan federal appeals court, Trump’s legal team pressed forward with their latest attempt to overturn his criminal conviction in the New York State Supreme Court. That conviction, delivered last year, found Trump guilty on all 34 counts of falsifying business records as part of the infamous hush money case involving adult film star Stormy Daniels. Even after receiving an unconditional discharge—which means Trump faces no fines, no prison time, and no other penalties, but the conviction remains on his record—he has remained adamant about his innocence, again insisting by video during sentencing back in January that he was “treated very, very unfairly” and vowing to appeal at every turn.

The appeal now hinges on arguments that the case should have been moved to federal court, citing an older, rarely used law. Yet legal experts observing the proceedings have expressed skepticism, noting that the law Trump’s attorneys are invoking is unlikely to sway the appellate judges. Indeed, the president was not present in the courtroom for Wednesday’s hearing, letting his legal team take center stage. Meanwhile, journalists and court watchers filled the room, eager to catch any sign from the bench that might signal which way the judges are leaning.

But New York is just one arena in Trump’s legal battlefield. On the West Coast, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco issued a key decision regarding Trump's control of the California National Guard. The court rejected Trump’s sweeping claim that he, as president, could federalize the National Guard for any purpose and remain immune from judicial review. California Governor Gavin Newsom, who brought the challenge, publicly praised the court for affirming that the president is not above the law, though he expressed disappointment that Trump retains operational control of the Guard—for now.

Meanwhile, the appeals process is just beginning for Trump’s legal team in several other matters. In Florida, the classified documents case remains in limbo while the Eleventh Circuit prepares to hear the government’s appeal after the trial judge dismissed the indictment on technical grounds. In New York, Trump’s attorneys continue to fight the civil fraud judgment, with appeals consolidated and new briefs filed.

The sense is palpable: every week, every decision, is now unfolding under intense public scrutiny. Trump’s legal strategists are working overtime, filing appeals, challenging court orders, and pressing for dismissals—while prosecutors and state officials, from Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg to California Attorney General Rob Bonta, remain determined to hold the former president accountable. As of today, June 20, 2025, Trump’s fight across multiple courts is far from over, with each day bringing new arguments, new rulings, and the possibility of even more dramatic developments on the horizon.

Just a few days ago, the legal and political spotlight once again swiveled to Donald Trump’s ongoing court battles—battles that have been dominating headlines across New York and Washington. The most immediate story: Trump’s appeal of his criminal conviction in the high-profile New York hush money case. This is the same case where, last year, a jury found Trump guilty on all 34 counts of falsifying business records. The charge? Concealing a payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels, which prosecutors argued was to silence her ahead of the 2016 election. The trial was a spectacle, but the real history was made after the verdict—Trump was sentenced just ten days before taking the oath for his second term as president.

Now, Trump’s legal team is working overtime at the U.S. Court of Appeals in Manhattan, where on June 11 they tried to convince federal judges to overturn that conviction. Their argument: this case should never have landed in state court, insisting it falls under federal jurisdiction. Trump himself wasn’t in the courtroom for this—his lawyers handled the effort, pointing to what some legal experts call a rarely used and, frankly, unlikely-to-succeed legal theory. Still, Trump recorded a video statement at sentencing, calling the entire process unfair and vowing to fight on.

Meanwhile, this isn’t the only legal front Trump is fighting. Just months ago, down in Florida, his classified documents case saw another twist. Judge Cannon dismissed a superseding federal indictment, siding with Trump’s position about the legality of Special Counsel Jack Smith’s appointment and funding. Federal prosecutors immediately appealed, and now that case, too, rests with the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals.

And New York isn’t finished with Trump either. Beyond the hush money conviction, the state's massive civil fraud case against Trump and his business empire continues to wend its way through the appeals process. Both Trump and Attorney General Letitia James have filed appeals; the court has now consolidated the arguments, meaning all issues will be heard at once.

Even as a sitting president again, Trump’s calendar is crowded with court hearings, filings, and legal deadlines. Supporters see a relentless pursuit, opponents see accountability, and legal scholars watch a constitutional stress test playing out in real time. But one thing is clear: from the appellate courts of Manhattan to the federal dockets of Florida, the courtroom drama involving Donald Trump shows no sign of slowing down.

Donald Trump’s name has dominated headlines once again in the past few days, and the courtroom battles swirling around him are at the heart of it all. Just over a year ago, Trump made history as the first former president to be found guilty of a felony, convicted on 34 counts in New York State Supreme Court. The charges stemmed from hush money payments to adult film actress Stormy Daniels during the 2016 election and the subsequent falsification of business records to cover up those payments. When sentencing finally came down, Judge Juan Merchan handed Trump an unconditional discharge—the lightest penalty possible under New York law. That meant no prison, no fines, and no further punishment, but the conviction itself stands on his record.

Trump, never one to quietly accept defeat, addressed the country via video at sentencing, insisting he’d been treated “very, very unfairly” and vowing to challenge the verdict. That legal challenge came to a head again last week in Manhattan, as Trump’s legal team appeared before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit. Their argument was a bold one: they claimed that Trump’s appeal belonged in federal, not state, court. His attorney, Jeffrey Wall, told the three-judge panel that a case involving a federal officer—in his view, even a president—should be heard in a federal forum, citing what he described as a “one of a kind” prosecution. Trump himself did not appear in person for the hearing but his presence, as always, loomed large.

The core of Trump’s appeal is built on a somewhat obscure and rarely used law that allows federal officers to move cases to federal court when facing prosecution for acts related to their official duties. Legal scholars have weighed in with skepticism, noting that the chances of this strategy succeeding are slim given how narrowly the law is usually interpreted.

As these legal maneuvers play out, the conviction remains a stain on Trump’s record, even as he continues to serve in the highest office in the land. Judge Merchan made clear that the light sentence was meant to avoid interfering with the president’s responsibilities. But for all the legal drama, Trump’s supporters and critics alike are left watching the high-wire act as he attempts to clear his name in the courts, with the next round of appeals already on the calendar and the nation’s attention firmly fixed on the next move in this unprecedented saga.

Just days ago, I sat in the sleek, marble corridors of the U.S. Court of Appeals in Manhattan, where the air buzzed with anticipation. The name on everyone’s lips was Donald Trump, and the case at hand was no ordinary legal fight—it was the former president’s ongoing battle to erase a historic criminal conviction that had rocked the nation just a year earlier.

Last year, in the bright lights of the New York State Supreme Court, Donald Trump was convicted on all 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. Prosecutors had argued that Trump orchestrated a scheme to improve his 2016 election odds, funneling hush money to adult film star Stormy Daniels and covering his tracks in the ledgers of his own business. The conviction landed amid firestorms of media scrutiny and fierce partisan debate.

As the nation watched, Judge Juan Merchan handed down an unconventional sentence just ten days before Trump was sworn in for his second term as president: an unconditional discharge. Trump would face no fines, no prison, no penalty—except for the conviction itself, which would follow him into the Oval Office. Judge Merchan reasoned it was the only lawful sentence available that wouldn’t intrude on the presidency.

But Trump, defiant as ever, wasn’t about to let the story end there. At his sentencing—appearing remotely—he declared to the judge and cameras alike that he had been treated “very, very unfairly,” maintaining his innocence despite the jury’s clear verdict. Then he issued a vow: he would appeal, and he would fight to clear his name.

That brings us to this week’s developments. Trump’s legal team, led by attorney Jeffrey Wall, pressed the three-judge federal panel to move the appeal out of the state system and into federal court. Wall argued passionately that because the case involved a former president—a federal officer—it merited a federal forum, rather than a state one. He described the prosecution as “anomalous, one of its kind,” asserting that Trump’s position made the appeal legally unique.

The president himself did not appear at Wednesday’s hearing. Outside the courtroom, reporters and legal analysts speculated on the odds. Many experts expressed skepticism, noting that the appeal hinged on a specific, somewhat outdated law, making its success unlikely. The panel heard out both sides, with the fate of Trump’s record—and perhaps some aspect of presidential immunity—hanging in the balance.

As of today, the country waits for the federal judges’ decision, knowing that whatever happens next, the legal odyssey of Donald Trump is far from over.

Barely a day goes by lately without Donald Trump’s name dominating news headlines, and these last few days have been no exception. The courtrooms have become almost as familiar to Trump as his Mar-a-Lago residence. The main stage right now is New York, the site of Trump’s high-profile hush money case. Just this week, Trump’s legal team arrived at a federal appeals court in Manhattan with one mission: erase the criminal conviction that’s been shadowing his second presidential term.

Here’s the background. Last year, a New York State Supreme Court jury convicted Trump on all 34 counts of falsifying business records. The heart of the case revolved around payments made to adult film star Stormy Daniels in exchange for her silence—a scandal that rippled through the 2016 campaign and resurfaced once Trump was back in the White House. Despite the convictions, the sentence handed down was an “unconditional discharge.” That means Trump didn’t face jail time, a fine, or community service, sparing him any penalty that would clash with the powers of the presidency. That didn’t stop Trump from calling in on video at his January sentencing to claim he was treated “very, very unfairly” and promising to appeal.

Which brings us back to this week: Trump’s legal team showed up at the court of appeals still determined to overturn the conviction. Their central argument is that the case should have been heard in federal court, not state. Legal experts are skeptical, though, suggesting the law underpinning this appeal is both obscure and unlikely to sway the judges. Trump himself wasn’t in the courtroom for the latest round, but his lawyers’ presence and the attention of national media underscore just how consequential the outcome could be.

Meanwhile, another legal battle raged out west. A lower court in Los Angeles challenged the legality of Trump’s recent National Guard deployment, ruling against him. But just hours later, an appeals court sided with Trump, allowing the troops to remain in Los Angeles. It’s a vivid reminder that Trump is still not just a political leader, but a constant presence in America’s ongoing legal and constitutional debates.

These intersecting cases paint a complex portrait of a former—and current—president who remains the focus of relentless legal scrutiny. As of today, June 13, 2025, Donald Trump’s courtroom saga is far from over; if anything, it’s only gaining momentum with every new hearing and judicial decision.

There’s a certain tension in the air today, June 11, 2025, and it’s hard to ignore—it’s all about Donald Trump and the swirl of court drama that still grips headlines. Just this morning, news broke that Trump continues to battle his historic criminal conviction, the hush money case that made legal and political history earlier this year. Today marks another key moment, with an appeal hearing set over his conviction and sentencing. The entire process is being closely watched, transforming courtrooms into stages where the past, present, and future of American politics collide.

It’s not just the hush money case that has the former president’s team busy. Court calendars and legal trackers practically light up with actions involving Trump. In the Northern District of Texas, for instance, a new lawsuit, Thakur v. Trump, was filed just days ago, challenging federal grant terminations—a reminder that the litigation never really stops. Every week seems to bring a new legal front, some cases stretching all the way back to executive actions from both his first and second terms.

But perhaps the most dramatic turn in recent days came at the Supreme Court. On Friday, the justices handed Trump a pair of victories connected to his new Department of Government Efficiency—DOGE—the initiative he launched on the first day of his current term. At the heart of the controversy is DOGE’s push to access records from the Social Security Administration. Labor unions and advocacy groups raced to court, arguing that this move threatened to undermine the privacy of millions. Yet, in a notable decision, the Supreme Court sided with Trump, overruling objections from the three Democratic justices and pausing a federal judge’s order that would have forced DOGE to disclose more information. For now, that battle shifts to a federal appeals court.

While each of these court battles is distinct, together they form a complex web of legal and political maneuvering. Trump’s legal team remains relentless, challenging nearly every ruling and making appeals at each possible stage. From the high drama of criminal proceedings in Manhattan, to the quieter but far-reaching policy disputes in federal courtrooms across the country, the former president’s legal saga is far from over.

Watching all this unfold, it’s clear that the legal fate of Donald Trump is more than personal—it’s continuing to shape the national conversation, keeping his supporters energized and his opponents vigilant. As courtrooms reconvene and rulings are handed down, the story of Trump’s trials presses on, a vivid mirror reflecting the turbulence and polarization of American politics in 2025.

It’s June 9th, 2025, and the past few days in Donald Trump’s legal world have been nothing short of a whirlwind. Wherever you look, Trump’s name dominates the courtroom headlines—legal drama never seems far from the former president.

Just last week, Trump’s ongoing legal saga was marked by a remarkable sequence: four separate court losses reported within just hours of one another. These setbacks added to an already heavy legal calendar, where the courts from New York to Florida continue to shape not only his post-presidency legacy but also the political landscape as the 2024 election aftermath lingers.

In New York, Donald Trump was sentenced on January 10, 2025, in a case that has drawn relentless national attention. The outcome—an unconditional discharge—meant he avoided jail time, but the courtroom battles were anything but over. Trump’s lawyers quickly moved to appeal both the final decision and earlier summary judgments, ensuring the legal fights would continue. Letitia James, the New York Attorney General, successfully requested consolidation of these appeals, accelerating the appellate process through a single record and set of briefs.

Meanwhile, in Florida, the classified documents case made headlines again. U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon, on July 15, 2024, had granted Trump’s motion to dismiss the indictment based on questions around Special Counsel Jack Smith’s appointment and funding. The government’s legal team counterpunched, filing an appeal with the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. The back-and-forth over classified documents—an issue that has haunted Trump since leaving office—remains unresolved, the case’s fate depending on appellate rulings that could take months.

Elsewhere, in Georgia, the legal chess match continued as Mark Meadows, Trump’s former Chief of Staff, petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court after an unsuccessful attempt to move his own criminal case out of state court. Trump and his co-defendants are also appealing various procedural rulings by Georgia Judge Scott McAfee, with oral arguments grouped together for efficiency—a testament to the tangled nature of the sprawling Fulton County election interference case.

In the Manhattan hush money prosecution, Trump sought once more to move District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s case to federal court, but Judge Alvin Hellerstein denied his request, and the higher courts rejected subsequent appeals.

One legal defeat might be news for any former president. For Donald Trump, four setbacks in a single day were just the latest chapter. The trials grind on, with lawyers on all sides burning the midnight oil, and the nation tuned in to every new development as the 2024 election’s legal echoes ripple through 2025.