Donald Trump slams New York arraignment in Florida speech: LIVE Updates

Donald Trump Hush money case updates: Donald Trump has become the first former US president to face criminal charges.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump arrives at Manhattan Criminal Courthouse, after his indictment by a Manhattan grand jury following a probe into hush money paid to porn star Stormy Daniels, in New York City, U.S., April 4, 2023. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid(REUTERS)

Former United States president Donald Trump surrendered before the Manhattan grand jury in New York as he faces extraordinary criminal charges that threaten to derail his Republican leader's 2024 presidential campaign. ...Read More

 

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• Apr 05, 2023 07:13 am IST

  ‘I am in great spirits’, Donald Trump says

  Former US President Donald Trump said, “While we are living through the darkest hours of American history, I can say that at least for this moment right now, I am in great spirits.”

• Apr 05, 2023 06:34 am IST

  ‘His daughter worked for Kamala Harris’: Trump on judge overseeing his case

  Donald Trump said, “I have a Trump-hating judge with a Trump-hating family, whose daughter worked for Kamala Harris.” Read more

Apr 05, 2023 06:02 am IST
Donald Trump's first public remarks after arraignment: ‘US is going to hell’
“Our country is going to hell”, Donald Trump said as the crowd of supporters clapped for him in support. Read more
Apr 05, 2023 05:31 am IST
Donald Trump is expected to speak from his residence at 5:45 am
After reaching his residence at Florida's Palm Beach, former US President Donald Trump is expected to speak on the ongoing hush-money case at 5:45 am (India Standard Time) following his arraignment in Manhattan courtroom. 
Apr 05, 2023 04:40 am IST
Court says Stormy Daniels must pay more to Trump’s lawyers
At roughly the same time that former President Donald Trump plead not guilty to criminal charges Tuesday afternoon in a Manhattan courtroom, he notched a win in a federal appeals court in California against the adult film star at the heart of the New York indictment. (Bloomberg)
Apr 05, 2023 03:01 am IST
Donald Trump returns to Mar-A-Lago in Florida's Palm Beach
Former US President Donald Trump has returned to his Mar-A-Lago residence in Florida's Palm Beach.
Apr 05, 2023 02:53 am IST
Trump's lawyer calls 34 criminal counts on charges of hush-money payments ‘sad’
A lawyer for Donald Trump vowed to fight the 34 criminal counts that the former president faces over hush-money payments, calling the charges "sad."
"The indictment itself is boilerplate," attorney Todd Blanche said outside the Manhattan court complex following Trump's arraignment, adding that the indictment was "sad and we're going to fight it, we're going to fight it hard." (AFP)
Apr 05, 2023 02:27 am IST
Trump supporters, detractors face off outside New York courtroom
Hundreds of raucous Donald Trump supporters and anti-Trump protesters swarmed around a New York courthouse on Tuesday as the former president appeared for his historic arraignment on charges related to hush-money payments.
Hours before Trump turned himself in on Tuesday afternoon, crowds of people whistled, shouted and waved placards in support of Trump, who has already announced his candidacy for president in 2024. (AP)
Apr 05, 2023 01:13 am IST
Donald Trump charges: 2016 polls, social media posts, false business records
As former US President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to 34 felony counts of falsifying business records after an investigation into hush money paid to adult film star Stormy Daniels, the indictment included charges related to the 2016 Presidential election. Read more
Apr 05, 2023 01:09 am IST
Refrain from social media posts, Judge to Donald Trump
Judge warns Donald Trump to refrain from social media posts that could foment unrest, after messages critical of prosecutor, AP reported. 
Apr 05, 2023 01:00 am IST
Donald Trump leaves court after pleading not guilty at historic arraignment
Donald Trump has left the courtroom in Manhattan. He made no comment and ignored questions from reporters.
Apr 05, 2023 12:58 am IST
Donald Trump's niece reacts to his arraignment
Mary Trump, the niece of the former US President Donald Trump, said. “The events in New York City have, obviously, been a long time coming. This is a historic day and the implications of what's about to happen at the courthouse in Lower Manhattan will have massive implications for this country.”
"Donald has eluded accountability for so long and left so much destruction in his wake that there is a lot to take in," she added in a tweet with the hashtag "#HappyIndictmentDay."
Apr 05, 2023 12:53 am IST
What's happening outside the courtroom in New York 
Anti-Trump and pro-Trump protesters, as well as the media, flooded the area outside the courthouse. 
Apr 05, 2023 12:46 am IST
Scenes outside the courtroom where Donald Trump is

A protester holds a sign while gathering outside the Manhattan Criminal Courthouse. (AFP)
Apr 05, 2023 12:35 am IST
Donald Trump indictment: Charges to follow
The indictment - People of the State of New York against Donald J. Trump, Indictment No. 71543-23 - was unsealed.
Apr 05, 2023 12:33 am IST
Donald Trump pleads not guilty
Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to criminal charges stemming from hush-money paid to Stormy Daniels before the 2016 election.
Apr 05, 2023 12:25 am IST
Donald Trump's indictment has been unsealed, New York Times reports
The New York Times reported that Donald Trump's indictment has been unsealed which means that the exact charges against the former US President will be clear soon. 
Apr 05, 2023 12:08 am IST
Are cameras allowed in the courtroom with Donald Trump?
Only five photographers will be allowed in the courtroom with Donald Trump ahead of the hearing, and only still photographs will be taken, US media reports claimed. 
Apr 05, 2023 12:06 am IST
Donald Trump's reaction to media outside the courtroom
Donald Trump did not acknowledge a television camera sending live images from the hallway outside the courtroom, news agency Reuters reported. 
Apr 05, 2023 12:02 am IST
Donald Trump in courtroom now
Donald Trump has entered the courtroom on the 15th floor of the Manhattan Criminal Courts building, BBC reported. The arraignment will begin shortly. 
Apr 05, 2023 12:00 am IST
Will Donald Trump walk out of here?
He is likely to as New York's bail laws have been overhauled over the past few years which means that Donald Trump would be released without bail because the charges against him don't require that bail be set, AP reported. 
Apr 04, 2023 11:54 pm IST
Judge prosecuting Donald Trumo enters courtroom 
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg entered the courtroom where former US President Donald Trump is scheduled for arraignment on criminal charges related to a hush-money payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels during his 2016 campaign, Associated Press reported. 
Apr 04, 2023 11:46 pm IST
What is an indictment?
An indictment is a formal written accusation that a person has committed a crime which may involve felony charges. An indictment is the result of a secret vote by a grand jury.
Apr 04, 2023 11:42 pm IST
What is an arraignment? 
An arraignment is a hearing in which the indictment will be formally unsealed and the charges will be read aloud. Donald Trump may request to waive the public reading. 
After the  charges are read out, he will be asked whether he pleads to the charges. His lawyer earlier said that he will answer “not guilty.” Donald Trump’s attorneys will then work with the judge and the district attorney’s office to set a date for the next time he’d be back in court. 
Apr 04, 2023 11:35 pm IST
White House' first response to Donald Trump's court appearance 
US President Joe Biden was paying little attention to the arraignment of his Donald Trump as the former president faces criminal charges in New York, the White House said.
"Obviously he will catch part of the news when he has a moment to catch up on news of the day but this is not a focus for him," White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said.
Apr 04, 2023 11:33 pm IST
What is the procedure of booking for Donald Trump
Donald Trump has to undergo the standard booking procedure of being fingerprinted and potentially photographed for a mug shot at the Manhattan District Attorney's office.
Apr 04, 2023 11:29 pm IST
In Photos: Donald Trump ahead of the arraignment 

Former US President Donald Trump waves as he arrives at the Manhattan Criminal Court. (Getty Images via AFP)
Apr 04, 2023 11:22 pm IST
A look at the case ahead of Donald Trump's arraignment 
A Manhattan grand jury indicted Donald Trump last week in a case stemming from an alleged payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels shortly before the 2016 election with the aim to silence her claim that Donald Trump had an affair with her. 
Donald Trump has repeatedly said that he is innocent and intends to plead not guilty.
Apr 04, 2023 11:16 pm IST
How Donald Trump behaved ahead of his appearance in court
Wearing a dark blue suit and red tie, Donald Trump showed little emotion on his face as he waved to a crowd assembled outside the courthouse. When he had departed from the Trump Tower he had held his fist in the air in a gesture to the reporters. 
Apr 04, 2023 11:12 pm IST
What Donald Trump said on social media before appearing in court to face charges
Donald Trump said it was "surreal" to be appearing in court, as he posted live updates on social media. "Heading to Lower Manhattan, the Courthouse. Seems so SURREAL - WOW, they are going to ARREST ME. Can't believe this is happening in America," Donald Trump posted on his Truth Social platform.
Apr 04, 2023 11:10 pm IST
See the moment Donald Trump arrived at a New York courthouse for his arraignment
Apr 04, 2023 11:08 pm IST
New York on high alert 
The arraignment continues amid heavy security in New York as it comes more than two years after Donald Trump supporters stormed the US Capitol to halt the congressional certification of Joe Biden’s win.
Apr 04, 2023 11:06 pm IST
Donald Trump in courthouse
Donald Trump waves as he walks into the courthouse - but does not say anything to the gathered media.
Apr 04, 2023 10:56 pm IST
Donald Trump enters Manhattan courthouse
Donald Trump reached the New York court followed by motorcade of 10 cars, including police.
Apr 04, 2023 10:48 pm IST
Trump surrender live: Ex-US prez enroute to Manhattan courthouse
Former president Donald Trump pumped his fist and waved as he left leaving Trump Tower for the Manhattan courthouse nearly 6 kilometres away.
Apr 04, 2023 10:32 pm IST
What is Donald Trump's state of mind ahead of arraignment
Former president Donald Trump “resolute, determined, and fighting for all Americans against injustice, persecution, and weaponisation" ahead of arraignment, a source told CBS News.
Apr 04, 2023 10:29 pm IST
Manhattan courthouse being cleared for security sweep before Trump’s arraignment
Manhattan courthouse where Trump will soon be arraigned are being cleared, reports NBC News.
Apr 04, 2023 10:28 pm IST
Melania Trump not accompanying husband to NY court
Wife Melania Trump absent at arraignment for ex-president Donald Trump, CNBC reports.
Apr 04, 2023 10:20 pm IST
Donald Trump's supporters crowd around NY courthouse in large number
Hundreds of protesters gather around New York courthouse ahead of Donald Trump's hearing.
Apr 04, 2023 10:17 pm IST
Scenario outside Trump Tower
Apr 04, 2023 10:02 pm IST
Trump will not talk much to press before entering for arraignment
Trump has decided to say one brief line before entering Manhattan courtroom, advisers say, saving rest of remarks for tonight, reports CNN.
Apr 04, 2023 09:57 pm IST
Is wife Melania supporting Trump?
"Melania and Donald were both shocked when they were told," a political source told PEOPLE. "They weren't expecting it, but Melania will support him. That's what she does. They are a family."
Apr 04, 2023 09:50 pm IST
‘Ready for large protests’: New York Police 
New York police said they were ready for large protests by Trump supporters, who share the Republican former president’s belief that the New York grand jury indictment and three additional pending investigations are politically motivated and intended to weaken his bid to retake the White House in 2024. Journalists often outnumbered protesters, though, reported AP. 
Apr 04, 2023 09:28 pm IST
Trump supporters outside Manhattan courthouse
Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene rallied supporters of Donald Trump outside the Manhattan courthouse ahead of the former president’s arraignment.
Apr 04, 2023 09:17 pm IST
Why Trump wants to shift the criminal case from Manhattan to Staten Island?
Former President Donald Trump’s legal team is considering asking to move his criminal case from Manhattan to the more conservative New York borough of Staten Island. Read more
Apr 04, 2023 09:00 pm IST
Trump supporters prepare for rally
People began gathering outside Manhattan courthouse for a rally for Donald Trump.
Apr 04, 2023 08:41 pm IST
Trump pens 'last email before arrest'
"As I will be out of commission for the next few hours, I want to take this moment to THANK YOU for all of your support. I am blown away by all of the donations, support, and prayers we have received. It’s sad to see what’s happening – not for myself – but for our country,” Donald Trump email said.
Apr 04, 2023 08:31 pm IST
Who is Stormy Daniels, woman at center of Trump indictment
Stormy Daniels, whose real name is Stephanie Clifford, is married to a fellow adult film star and has a young daughter and a horse farm. Read in detail
Apr 04, 2023 08:09 pm IST
Trump supporters outside Manhattan court

A protestor, center, next to supporters of former US President Donald Trump outside criminal court in New York, US, on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. (Bloomberg)
Apr 04, 2023 07:58 pm IST
Tight security in Manhattan ahead of Trump's hearing
Trump is anticipated to depart his Fifth Avenue skyscraper late in the morning to the Manhattan court complex. Security is tightened up in the city.

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