In recent years, former US president Donald Trump has had a lot to say about felons and their right to vote. He has scolded the ones who wanted to vote, arguing that they should not have that privilege. But now, the tables have turned, and it looks like Trump himself could be facing the same predicament.
The case against Trump, titled “The People of the State of New York v Donald J Trump,” is coming to a close. His defense attorney will make a final argument, claiming that Trump is innocent of the bribery and business fraud charges related to the 2016 election. The judge will then give instructions to the jurors, who will deliberate and ultimately deliver a verdict.
If Trump is found guilty on all 34 felony counts, he could potentially face a maximum of 136 years in prison. The question then becomes what his sentencing will entail. Will he be imprisoned, placed on probation, fined, or receive some combination of these punishments? Additionally, he may face civil disabilities and lose his right to vote immediately upon conviction.
If Trump is indeed convicted, he would become the first former US president to ever be convicted of a crime. This would also make him the first disenfranchised felon to be nominated by a major party. In the ongoing election cycle, despite past civil cases finding him guilty of rape and fraud, Trump has managed to present himself as a normal candidate. However, a criminal verdict would undoubtedly undermine his image of legal invincibility and strong leadership.
Imagine the scenario on election day in 2024. Trump, out on appeal, could accompany his wife Melania, a naturalized citizen, to the polls in Palm Beach. But he would not be able to enter a voting booth and exercise his right to vote. Regardless of who he is or what office he is running for, Trump would be deprived of the ability to cast a ballot.
It is worth noting that the range of punishments for Trump’s potential conviction is quite broad, as there are no mandatory sentences outlined in the statute. This means that the judge will have some discretion in determining the appropriate penalties.
Whether or not Trump is found guilty and what his sentencing entails are still uncertain. But the fact remains that someone who used to condemn felons wanting to vote might find himself in the same situation. And that would be a truly remarkable turn of events for a man who has always been portrayed as a strong and authoritative figure.
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