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3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
A year after his felony conviction, is Trump still a felon?
President Donald Trump was found guilty of 34 counts of falsifying business records one year ago on May 30, making him the first former president to be convicted of a crime. A few months later, he would become the first president-elect with a criminal conviction. On his way back to the White House, his legal troubles, including two federal indictments and a Georgia election racketeering case, took a back seat. In the hush money case where Trump was found guilty, he received an "unconditional discharge" sentence, meaning he received no prison time or probation. The two federal cases were dropped in accordance with a longstanding Department of Justice policy not to prosecute a sitting president. And the Georgia case hit significant delays when a state appeals court disqualified the district attorney. But while Trump may not be facing legal consequences while leading the country, that doesn't mean his criminal record has disappeared forever. More: Photos show President Donald Trump's 2023 mug shot framed outside the Oval Office Trump was charged in four cases, but only one went to trial and resulted in a conviction. In the New York case that led to his criminal conviction, Trump was charged with 34 counts of falsifying business records. Prosecutors argued Trump disguised reimbursements for a $130,000 hush money payment for porn star Stormy Daniels as legal expenses ahead of the 2016 election. In two federal cases that were dismissed after his reelection, Trump was indicted for allegedly conspiring to overturn the 2020 election and for allegedly mishandling classified documents after leaving the White House. Both charges have been dropped, and special counsel Jack Smith has resigned. Trump was also indicted in an election racketeering case in Georgia. He is one of 15 defendants in the case who have not already pleaded guilty, but the case's future is uncertain after Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis' disqualification. If she remains off the case after further appeal, it would need to be reassigned to move forward to trial, experts previously told USA TODAY. Trump's sentencing for criminal conviction in the hush money case occurred on Jan. 10, 2025. Trump received an "unconditional discharge," sentence, meaning he received no prison time or probation. Judge Juan Merchan wished Trump "Godspeed" on his second presidency. You can listen to the recording of the sentencing here. Yes, though calling someone a "felon" is considered outdated language. Trump's felony conviction has not yet been erased through appeal or expungement. Yes. Trump is trying to move his criminal case from state to federal court, ABC News reported, and an appeals court is set to hear arguments on June 11. Contributing: Bart Jansen, Aysha Bagchi, Sarah D. Wire, USA TODAY Kinsey Crowley is the Trump Connect reporter for the USA TODAY Network. Reach her at kcrowley@ Follow her on X and TikTok @kinseycrowley or Bluesky at @ This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Is Trump a felon? A year later, he is fighting the guilty verdict
CTV News
23-05-2025
- Politics
- CTV News
Can a convicted felon like Donald Trump enter Canada?
In this file photo, U.S. President Donald Trump waves after stepping off Air Force One as he arrives for the G7 Summit, Friday, June 8, 2018, in Canadian Forces Base Bagotville, Canada. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) U.S. President Donald Trump plans to attend a G7 summit in Alberta next month, even though convicted felons are technically barred from entering Canada. 'It's very difficult to get into Canada if you have past criminal convictions,' immigration lawyer Len Saunders told 'But I'm assuming he has a diplomatic passport, so that trumps his inadmissibility.' In May 2024, just months before his re-election, Trump was found guilty of all 34 counts in a criminal 'hush money' trial involving adult actress Stormy Daniels. While Trump could have faced prison time, a fine, or probation, a judge ultimately granted him an unconditional discharge that only left Trump with a criminal record and the inglorious distinction of being the first convicted felon to be elected U.S. president. Trump, who has also launched a trade war and questioned Canada's sovereignty, is scheduled to attend the next G7 leaders' summit from June 15 to 17 in Kananaskis, Alta. Originally from Canada, Saunders now works as an attorney in Blaine, Wash., just across the border from Douglas, B.C. 'I have a steady stream of Americans who get denied entry going into Canada who come to my office in Blaine, because my office is literally within eyesight of the third busiest port of entry on the northern border,' he said. 'They come to see me because of old DUIs and other types of criminal convictions in the U.S., and they're shocked that they're not admissible to Canada.' Canadian immigration law is clear that being convicted of a crime prohibits a visitor from entering the country. While it's technically possible to apply for an official recognition of rehabilitation, these kinds of waivers are difficult to obtain and are typically granted at least five years after a criminal act or sentence. 'It has to be an older conviction, and it depends upon what type of conviction, it all depends upon the circumstances,' Saunders said. 'But I can almost guarantee you from what I've seen, a recent felony conviction, there's no way your average American would be admissible to Canada. Absolutely not.' Canadian border agents have access to FBI data that shows if someone has a U.S. criminal record. U.S. border officials can see similar information from the RCMP and will bar visitors convicted of crimes like drug possession, fraud, theft and sexual assault. Once Trump's term ends, Saunders imagines he could have trouble entering Canada with a normal civilian passport. Without a diplomatic passport, the same thing could happen to former Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau if he plans to visit the U.S., because he has admitted to using a controlled substance. 'It's not a gray area, it's black and white – you're either admissible or you're not,' Saunders said. Saunders imagines something similar played out when former Toronto mayor Rob Ford was reportedly denied entry to the U.S. in 2014, which was after he admitted to smoking crack cocaine. B.C.-based immigration lawyer Nathan McQuarrie previously told The Canadian Press that the Canadian government has discretion to let people in, particularly for diplomatic reasons. 'While convictions could theoretically affect the admissibility of a U.S. president to Canada, the reality is that diplomatic considerations and special permits ... are likely to facilitate their entry, especially for official duties,' McQuarrie said. A spokesperson from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada declined to comment on Trump's upcoming trip. 'Due to privacy legislation, we cannot comment on individual cases,' the spokesperson told 'Inadmissibility decisions are made on a case-by-case basis.' The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and Public Safety Canada did not immediately respond to a request for comment. In a previous statement, a CBSA spokesperson said, 'several factors are used in determining if an individual is admissible to Canada, including involvement in criminal activity, human rights violations, organized crime, security, health or financial reasons.' With files from The Canadian Press
CTV News
23-05-2025
- Politics
- CTV News
Can Trump visit Canada for the G7 if he's a convicted felon?
In this file photo, U.S. President Donald Trump waves after stepping off Air Force One as he arrives for the G7 Summit, Friday, June 8, 2018, in Canadian Forces Base Bagotville, Canada. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) U.S. President Donald Trump plans to attend a G7 summit in Alberta next month, even though convicted felons are technically barred from entering Canada. 'It's very difficult to get into Canada if you have past criminal convictions,' immigration lawyer Len Saunders told 'But I'm assuming he has a diplomatic passport, so that trumps his inadmissibility.' In May 2024, just months before his re-election, Trump was found guilty of all 34 counts in a criminal 'hush money' trial involving adult actress Stormy Daniels. While Trump could have faced prison time, a fine, or probation, a judge ultimately granted him an unconditional discharge that only left Trump with a criminal record and the inglorious distinction of being the first convicted felon to be elected U.S. president. Trump, who has also launched a trade war and questioned Canada's sovereignty, is scheduled to attend the next G7 leaders' summit from June 15 to 17 in Kananaskis, Alta. Originally from Canada, Saunders now works as an attorney in Blaine, Wash., just across the border from Douglas, B.C. 'I have a steady stream of Americans who get denied entry going into Canada who come to my office in Blaine, because my office is literally within eyesight of the third busiest port of entry on the northern border,' he said. 'They come to see me because of old DUIs and other types of criminal convictions in the U.S., and they're shocked that they're not admissible to Canada.' Canadian immigration law is clear that being convicted of a crime prohibits a visitor from entering the country. While it's technically possible to apply for an official recognition of rehabilitation, these kinds of waivers are difficult to obtain and are typically granted at least five years after a criminal act or sentence. 'It has to be an older conviction, and it depends upon what type of conviction, it all depends upon the circumstances,' Saunders said. 'But I can almost guarantee you from what I've seen, a recent felony conviction, there's no way your average American would be admissible to Canada. Absolutely not.' Canadian border agents have access to FBI data that shows if someone has a U.S. criminal record. U.S. border officials can see similar information from the RCMP and will bar visitors convicted of crimes like drug possession, fraud, theft and sexual assault. Once Trump's term ends, Saunders imagines he could have trouble entering Canada with a normal civilian passport. Without a diplomatic passport, the same thing could happen to former Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau if he plans to visit the U.S., because he has admitted to using a controlled substance. 'It's not a gray area, it's black and white – you're either admissible or you're not,' Saunders said. Saunders imagines something similar played out when former Toronto mayor Rob Ford was reportedly denied entry to the U.S. in 2014, which was after he admitted to smoking crack cocaine. B.C.-based immigration lawyer Nathan McQuarrie previously told The Canadian Press that the Canadian government has discretion to let people in, particularly for diplomatic reasons. 'While convictions could theoretically affect the admissibility of a U.S. president to Canada, the reality is that diplomatic considerations and special permits ... are likely to facilitate their entry, especially for official duties,' McQuarrie said. A spokesperson from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada declined to comment on Trump's upcoming trip. 'Due to privacy legislation, we cannot comment on individual cases,' the spokesperson told 'Inadmissibility decisions are made on a case-by-case basis.' The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and Public Safety Canada did not immediately respond to a request for comment. In a previous statement, a CBSA spokesperson said, 'several factors are used in determining if an individual is admissible to Canada, including involvement in criminal activity, human rights violations, organized crime, security, health or financial reasons.' With files from The Canadian Press
Al Bawaba
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Bawaba
Did Donald and Melania Trump split up? Where's US First Lady?
ALBAWABA - Social media users and activists in the United States have questioned the disappearance of Melania Trump, the wife of US President Donald Trump. Also Read Melania Trump's Dior wedding dress on eBay sale for cheap price According to netizens, Melania Trump has had rare appearances next to her husband, Donald Trump, following his second presidential election victory, unlike her attitude during the first presidential term. Rumors and speculations spread online claiming that Donald and Melania Trump could have probably split up and claiming that the famous US couple could be heading for a divorce especially following Trump's case with pornstar Stormy Daniels, however, they could have postponed it till after a period in the White House. Donald Trump and Melania Trump, before a football game at MetLife Stadium. (Shutterstock) Did Donald and Melania Trump split up? Where's the US First Lady? The First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump, has spent less than 14 days in the White House since her husband Donald Trump's inauguration 108 days ago, The New York Times reported. The newspaper suggested that Melania's conspicuous absence from the White House stems from a buildup of "silent" crises with her husband, President Donald Trump. This follows the family's significant upheaval in recent months, with the couple facing a public trial over his alleged infidelities, two assassination attempts, and a presidential campaign. Some reports suggested that Melania Trump has been disappearing from view for weeks at a time, hiding out in Trump Tower in Manhattan or Florida. But, administration officials insist she has been in the White House more than the public knows. "But exactly when, and for how long, these officials cannot say, or perhaps cannot," according to the New York Times. The last public appearance of Donald Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, together was during the Funeral of Pope Francis in Rome, Italy on April 26, 2025.
