Stormy Daniels has resumed her testimony in the ongoing criminal trial of former U.S. President Donald Trump, detailing her alleged 2006 sexual encounter with him. The trial, a significant legal proceeding given it involves a former president, is taking place amid accusations that Trump falsified business records to conceal hush money payments to Daniels just before the 2016 presidential election. These payments were purportedly aimed at preventing Daniels from publicizing her claims during the campaign.

The defense has vigorously contested Daniels’s credibility, suggesting motives of extortion and rehearsed testimony, which Daniels denies. They also unsuccessfully moved for a mistrial, arguing that her evidence could prejudice the jury. Trump has consistently denied both the encounter and any wrongdoing related to the payments.

In a related development, Trump hosted a dinner at Mar-a-Lago for supporters who purchased his ‘MugShot Edition’ NFT trading cards, an event marking his foray into digital asset markets. Meanwhile, Trump’s legal woes extend beyond this trial; it is the first of four prosecutions he is facing.

Trump’s legal team includes high-profile figures, and his court appearances attract significant public and media attention, reflecting the trial’s high stakes. As the trial continues, further testimonies, especially from Michael Cohen—who arranged the payment in question—are anticipated to add critical details to the case.

Additionally, Trump’s youngest son, Barron Trump, is set to step into the political spotlight as a delegate at the Republican National Convention, marking his entrée into politics amidst his father’s turbulent legal challenges.