Key Details of Donald Trump’s New York Hush Money Case

Former President Donald Trump is facing a criminal trial in New York City over hush money payments made to adult film star Stormy Daniels before the 2016 election. The trial is just one of several legal battles Trump is currently embroiled in, with the total legal fees reaching a staggering $76 million.

Trump’s political committee, Save America, has been footing the bill for his legal expenses, spending another $3.7 million last month alone. The committee has paid over 70 different lawyers and law firms, including those representing Trump in his civil and criminal cases.

Campaign finance experts have raised concerns about Trump using campaign funds to pay for his legal bills, with some calling it an abuse of power. Despite the hefty legal fees, Trump’s main campaign account raised $15.3 million in March, but still falls short of President Joe Biden’s fundraising efforts.

Critics have also pointed out that Trump’s campaign has been funneling money into his businesses, including his Mar-a-Lago club and Trump National Doral Miami. This comes at a time when Trump is facing serious legal jeopardy and is in need of cash.

As the legal battles continue to unfold, the question remains whether Trump’s use of campaign funds for personal legal expenses is a violation of federal law. Experts are calling for more transparency and accountability in how campaign funds are being used, to ensure that elected officials are not exploiting donor money for personal gain.