Donald Trump was convicted on all 34 charges involving falsifications linked to hush money payments in an unprecedented legal decision in New York.

In a sensational finale to a lengthy trial, Donald Trump was found guilty on multiple counts relating to hush money payments, but commentators are weighing in on how the outcome may still be reversed, as the Daily Mail reports.

The jury, having deliberated for two days, concluded that Trump had arranged payments to Stormy Daniels, a porn star alleging an affair with him, aiming to prevent her disclosure of the affair ahead of the 2016 presidential election. Trump has consistently denied any such affair.

Detailed Account of the Hush Money Trial

The controversy primarily revolved around a $130,000 payment orchestrated by Trump’s fixer, Michael Cohen, to Daniels.

This amount, as testified in court, was reimbursed by Trump to Cohen, and was controversially classified as legal expenses on business records.

Prosecutors argued these entries were a deceptive move to cover the real intent of the payouts and to conceal a nebulous federal crime.

Immediate Aftermath and Appeal Plans

As stipulated by the presiding judge, the sentencing in Trump's case is scheduled for July 11.

The conviction has activated a 30-day countdown for Trump to challenge the verdict, heralding another potentially protracted legal skirmish.

Trump's defense team has signaled plans to appeal, criticizing the trial's location and questioning the impartiality of the presiding judge. They are poised to contest the foundational legal theories, particularly those relating to election law conspiracy.

Legal expert Barry Kamins highlighted, "This is all uncharted territory, as far as an appellate issue." Kamins underscored the unique nature of the case, particularly its focus on falsifying business records, a precedent-setting scenario.

Challenges and Perspectives on the Appeal

Trump expressed his grievances, stressing, "We wanted a venue change where we could have a fair trial. We didn't get it. We wanted a judge who wasn't conflicted." His comments reflect his team’s forthcoming legal strategy likely to be emphasized during the appeals process.

Conversely, attorney Mark Zauderer took an opposing view, saying "This case has none of the usual red flags for reversal on appeal. The judge’s demeanor was flawless," indicating confidence in the robustness of the trial's proceedings.

Nathaniel Z. Marmur pointed out, "The more complex the jury instructions, the more likely they are to bear appellate issues," and he noted the complications arising from detailed directives given to this particular jury, which could form a basis for a reversal.

Potential Long-Term Implications

The appeal may need to make its way through several levels, possibly reaching the New York Court of Appeals or even the U.S. Supreme Court, although experts view the latter as a long shot, at least in the near term.

Adding to the intricacies is the timing of these proceedings, coinciding with the ramp-up to the 2024 presidential election, with the final judgment unlikely to be settled before Election Day.

President Joe Biden offered some comment on the result last week, supporting the justice system's integrity and asserting that Trump has the "opportunity to appeal that decision just like everyone else has that opportunity. That’s how the American system works."

Conclusion: Trump’s Conviction and its Ramifications

The guilty verdict against Donald Trump for falsifying hush money payments concludes a historic trial marked by complex legal arguments and controversies.

As Trump prepares for an appeal, the legal community and the public eye remain fixated on how this legal battle will unfold, testing the resilience of the American judicial system and its impartiality in high-stakes political cases.