As the 2024 presidential elections in the United States are approaching fast, curiosity as to who will win the race is increasing among the people. On November 5th, 2024, the elections will take place and till then, both the candidates, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are campaigning to their fullest. However, if Donald Trump wins the election, some people are worried that bad things could happen because he is a convicted felon. On 5th November, the former President will either make his entry into the Oval Office or will face court proceedings. Let’s leave the decision to the American people and till then, let’s talk about what could happen if a convicted felon like Donald Trump wins the presidential elections.
Donald Trump’s Sentence or Appeal Proceedings in the Hush Money Case will be Delayed
The former President of the United States was found guilty of 34 felony counts in May 2024 with regard to falsifying business records. The trial of the case was seven weeks long and mainly focused on the plan that Donald Trump made while he was serving in the position of President. He made a plan where he and some other people tried to cover up a money payment made to an adult film star.
The main purpose of the payment was to prevent her from going in public and declare that she and Trump had a sexual relationship in the past. The payment of $130,000 was made before the 2016 presidential elections and the consequences are to be declared after the presidential elections of 2024. Initially, the sentencing was planned for 11th July but was postponed to happen on 26th November.
It has been revealed that if Trump wins the elections this time, it could be years before he is incarnated in this case. Bennett Gershman, a former New York prosecutor has said that if Trump wins, the appeal proceedings and his sentence will be delayed until his term is over. He would be an American president who is a convicted felon.
Special Counsel Case of 2020 Elections Might Get Dismissed
In August 2023, the presidential candidate was officially charged in a case which was brought by special counsel Jack Smith. Trump was indicted for four charges with regard to his actions after the 2020 elections. The actions involved in the case were that Trump and his allies tried to overturn the election results which showed that he lost to Joe Biden. The counts he faced were whether these actions were illegal or not. However, the case was halted temporarily because Trump argued that a former president is protected from prosecution for the actions that he took while he was in office. The Supreme Court ruled that former presidents are protected. In August, a superseding indictment was brought against Trump which changed the allegations made against him. Now, if Trump wins the presidential elections of 2024, the case might be put on halt.
Mishandling of Sensitive Documents Case Can Also Get Dismissed
Another case filed by special counsel Jack Smith against Trump was about the mishandling of sensitive government documents after he left the White House in January 2021. But in July, the case was dismissed by Aileen Cannon, a US District Judge was stated in the judgment that Jack Smith’s appointment was unlawful. This judgment was appealed by Jack Smith who argued that the judge’s decision was incorrect.
Trump’s lawyer argued that Cannon’s judgment was correct and the 2020 elections case should also be dismissed. Now, if Donald Trump wins the 2024 presidential elections, it is likely that his administration’s Justice Department will drop these cases. Also, Trump has himself stated that if he is elected, Jack Smith will be out of his job.
Fulton County, Georgia Case on 2020 Elections will go on a Grinding Halt
In August 2023, Donald Trump and 18 others were charged in a criminal case in the state of Georgia. It claimed that the former president and others were part of a racketeering enterprise which is involved in illegal activities. Precisely, it was stated that the enterprise was involved in a scheme that tried to overturn Trump’s election loss in Georgia illegally. Out of all the counts, 13 charges have been dismissed but Fani Willis, Fulton County D.A, has appealed the dismissal of 3 counts.
However, the Court of Appeals of Georgia agreed to consider an appeal, in which it was argued that Willis should be removed from the case because she had a love relationship with Nathan Wade, the former special prosecutor. Now, it has been stated that if Trump wins this time, the case will go to a grinding halt and the trial will not take place until his presidential term is over.
Donald Trump will go After his Political Rivals if he Wins the 2024 Elections
As the date of the 2024 presidential election is approaching, the political rivals of Donald Trump are fearing his win. It has been revealed on multiple occasions that he prefers a more dictating approach rather than democracy. In most of his campaigns, rather than keeping a hidden list of his enemies he publicly names his enemies against whom he pledges to take action. The veterans of the Justice Department have stated that Trump will use his presidential powers to go after his political rivals in an incredibly dangerous manner.
Donald Trump Might Abandon NATO If Europe Doesn’t Pay Its Way
Europe should get ready for the second term of Donald Trump because this time, it might be worse than the first. During his election campaigns, the former president has threatened many a time to leave NATO. It has been stated if he is elected again, he plans to stop US support for its alliance with Europe. However, in reality, these are just mere threats because, in reality, Trump is unlikely to quit NATO outright. By doing this, he just wants the European countries to increase their spending on it. In addition to this, Donald Trump wants that if he wins the 2024 elections, NATO should make big changes in how it operates, which means radical reorientation.
Trump and His Allies Will Restore Their Zero-Tolerance Immigration Policy
The next thing that will happen if Donald Trump wins the 2024 presidential election is that he will restore his zero-tolerance immigration policy. This immigration policy requires to arrest of anyone who gets caught crossing the border of the United States illegally. According to Trump, illegal immigrants are criminals and he will make them pay.
Women Will Be Targeted Again
It has been during Trump’s first presidential term that he was a complete misogynist. Now, if he wins a second presidential term, women’s rights will be unduly targeted again in the US because he is a convicted felon, who would become the president of America. He will become the first American president who has been found guilty of sexual abuse.
The Climate Will Be Ignored Again If Donald Trump Wins
If Donald Trump is elected for the second time as the President of the US, many people expect that the climate will lose its priority. This is because, during his first term, Trump simply ignored the idea of protecting the climate. The former president rolled back many environmental regulations and withdrew from the Paris Climate Agreement which shows his little regard for the climate.
Trump Will Attack The Studies Which Will Stand In The Way Of His Agenda
Many times, Donald Trump has been spotted stating that he doubts scientific findings and established research in areas such as public health and climate change. Due to Trump’s approach, science has now become a political issue creating distrust amongst the public. Now, if he is re-elected again as the president, he will continue to attack studies that stand in the way of fulfilling his agenda.
Unbound Corruption Will Take Place
It is expected by most American people that if Donald Trump wins for the second time, corruption will increase infinitely. It has been said that during Trump’s first presidential term, he turned rules and regulations and used the power for his personal and political gains. In addition, he also bypassed checks on presidential authority.
China Will Cement Its Grip On America If Trump Wins
Another thing that might happen if Donald Trump wins the 2024 elections is that China will have a firm grip over America. It is expected that if Trump gets re-elected again, China could increase its influence over the US. Also, certain trade policies under Donald Trump could unintentionally make America more reliant on China, giving the country more leverage.
More Judges Will Be Appointed Who Do Not Care About The Law
As we all know, Donald Trump is famous for turning rules and regulations so that his personal and political gains are met successfully. Therefore, if he gets re-elected for the second time as the US president, he would likely appoint judges who may prioritize political or personal beliefs rather than prioritizing the rule of law. These judges might give judgments that are in Trump’s favor rather than complying with the established laws.
Trump Will Not Sign A Federal Abortion Ban
The reproductive rights of women are one of the most important issues in the United States. Donald Trump, the presidential candidate, has stated that he will not sign a federal abortion ban if he gets re-elected again, reversing the promise that he made when he was running for the presidential position in 2016. However, during his 2024 election campaigns, the former president did not make comments openly. In addition to this, recently, it has been stated that Trump is planning to veto on federal abortion ban.
Trump Will Punish The Cities And States That Don’t Support Him
As we all are well aware, Donald Trump prefers a political approach that is more inclined towards dictatorship rather than democracy. On multiple occasions, it has been stated that he will punish the states and cities that do not support him in his agenda.
America Will Become More Repressive and Dangerous
If Donald Trump gets re-elected for the second time as the President of the United States, the country might become less free and more threatening for certain groups. The population of America fears that Trump might put restrictions on certain freedoms and would also punish those who oppose his policies.
He Wishes To Have A Military That Is Loyal To Him
Donald Trump is a leader who prefers to do things that align with his personal and political beliefs. In order to do this, he wants to shape the military that closely aligns with his personal interests and supports him directly, rather than staying neutral. If Donald Trump becomes the president for a second time, he will appoint those in the military who will agree with his opinions and will stay loyal to him. This is so because, in 2020, the military acted as a protective barrier against Trump’s attempts to challenge democratic norms. Despite pressure and requests from Trump, the military remained committed to their principles.
January 06 Cases Might Get Delay Of He Wins
Currently, Donald Trump is facing 8 pending lawsuits with regard to his involvement in the January 06 Capitol riots. However, the former president has argued that he cannot be prosecuted due to presidential immunity. A federal appeals court proceeded with the cases where the plaintiffs argued that Trump’s actions were not official presidential acts because, at that time, he was an acting candidate. Currently, no trial dates have been set and according to some officials, if Trump wins the 2024 elections, the cases will be put on temporary halt until his team gets over. Also, he could involve his administration’s Justice Department, which could dismiss these cases.
