Little Sister Resister: Guilty x 34 = 45

We have a convicted felon in the houuuuuussse!

A white, rich, powerful, bloated, babyman has been convicted of 34 felonies.

The system works! And it shows that no one, truly, NO ONE is above the law (Are you listening, SCOTUS?). It was a great case brought by Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg and his team, along with respected and respectful Judge Juan Merchan, and a thoughtful, careful jury of 12 ordinary citizens of Manhattan.

Justice has been served. And it is beautiful.

✅ Liable for defamation, certified as rapist, owes E. Jean Carroll $92,000,000

✅ Guilty of civil fraud, owes New York State $457,000,000

✅ Convicted felon for 34 criminal charges, may go to Rikers

Cheers!

One of my first and best thoughts was that that by the best method, he has been disenfranchised of his vote. Karma surely is a bitch. However, it's not for sure. If he is not in prison on Election Day, he will be able to vote in Florida. Judge Merchan, can you pretty please make sure November 5 is a prison day?

Today, the giddiness has been overwhelming at times. It is coming from all directions. And the memes! All the memes!

So what does this mean? What's next?

No doubt djt will file an appeal as soon as he can unclinch his ass.

And soon, sentencing.

Sentencing will happen on July 11. The penalties range from a fine of up to $5000 and a prison sentence of up to four years – for each of the 34 crimes.

The Washington Post explains:

"The charges against Trump are nonviolent Class E felonies, the lowest level in New York, and they are punishable by 16 months to four years in state prison. Legal experts said it is unlikely that Trump, 77, would be incarcerated, given that he had not previously been convicted of a crime.

Other options for Merchan include sentencing Trump to probation, which would mean he would need approval from a parole officer to travel outside the state. Trump also could be fined or granted a conditional discharge pegged to the requirement that he stay out of further legal trouble, legal experts said."

BWAHAHAHAHAHA – stay out of further legal trouble – HAHHAHAHA that's a good one!

The timing for the sentencing hearing, six weeks from now, is typical for white collar crime. CBS News explains more about sentencing procedures and the options available to Judge Merchan.

The defense and prosecution will be preparing sentencing memos for the judge to consider, and one other delectable tidbit: the felon will have to have to meet with a probation officer soon. That person will also write a sentencing memo, reporting to the judge details about the felon's demeanor, including if he shows contrition. Or not. Ya think?

If the judge sentences him to just one day in prison it would be delicious. Just one day in Rikers Island. Please, just one day.

The timing couldn't be more yummy: sentencing comes four days before the Republican National Convention.

The gag order.

Does it expire? Yes, mostly. He can now verbally attack people at will, but there is also a protective order in place.

Reuters explains it:

"Although Trump will be largely free to verbally attack witnesses, the jury and court staff after the trial, there are still some topics that could be off limits. A March 7 protective order prohibits Trump or his attorneys from disclosing the names, business and residential addresses of the jurors. Legal experts said they expected Merchan to leave this order in place."

I do fear for the jurors. I hope they can keep their identities secret.

And the $130,000 question.

Will the GOP stand behind him as candidate? Will there be a movement to replace him? Will it move the needle at all? There is nothing that prevents a convicted felon of running for or holding the office of president. And we know how his cult followers are. This won't change their thinking, but it could sway some undecided voters.

All these questions shall be answered in time. For now, let's bask in the glory of justice, sweet justice!

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A big thank you to my sister resisters, especially Karen who set my computer on fire!