Former US President Donald Trump is currently undergoing a trial in Manhattan Criminal Court over allegations related to hush money payments. The central issue is a $130,000 payment made to Stormy Daniels, which led to accusations of an elaborate cover-up of extramarital affairs. Key testimonies have been heard, including from Gary Farro, banker to Trump’s lawyer Michael Cohen, and Keith Davidson, a former lawyer for Daniels and Karen McDougal.

Parallel to the trial, Trump has faced accusations of violating a gag order imposed by the court. During a recent hearing, prosecutors argued that Trump had breached this order on multiple occasions by publicly criticizing trial participants and the jury. Judge Juan Merchan is addressing these allegations, with Trump’s actions potentially meriting financial penalties or “incarceratory punishment” if continued violations occur.

Amid these legal challenges, Trump has resumed campaigning, making controversial remarks about immigration and its effects on cities like London and Paris during rallies in Wisconsin and Michigan. He has claimed that mass immigration has rendered these cities “unrecognizable,” igniting a verbal feud with London Mayor Sadiq Khan. In response, Khan criticized Trump’s rhetoric, championing a message of hope and unity over fear and division. This clash has come at a politically sensitive time for Khan, who is engaged in a mayoral reelection campaign.

Back in the US, Trump continues to stir significant media attention as he balances his political engagements with the ongoing court procedures. His case is closely watched, reflecting ongoing debates about political figures’ accountability and the interplay between politics and legal scrutiny.