Trump now a convicted felon.... let our experts explain this unprecedented situation.

Just six months before the upcoming election, former President Donald Trump has become the first U.S. president to be convicted of a felony, following his involvement in the hush money scandal. A Manhattan jury delivered a guilty verdict on 34 counts, raising profound questions about the implications for Trump's political future, the Republican Party, and the broader landscape of American politics.

This unprecedented situation marks a historic moment in American politics, as no former president has ever faced such legal repercussions so close to an election. From constitutional debates to shifts in public opinion, and from international reactions to financial impacts, the scope of the story is immense. Here are several journalistic angles to explore this multifaceted issue:

• Constitutional implications of a felon running for presidency.
• Republican Party's internal conflicts after Trump's felony conviction.
• Public opinion on Trump's candidacy post-conviction.
• Trump's legal appeals and their impact on his campaign.
• Media's role in shaping perception of Trump's conviction.
• International reactions to Trump's felony and candidacy.
• Trump's campaign strategy adjustments after the conviction.
• Financial implications for Trump's businesses and fundraising.
• Historical instances of political candidates facing legal troubles.
• Impact of Trump's legal issues on down-ballot races.

The ramifications of Trump's conviction are vast and unpredictable, potentially reshaping the political landscape in ways that are still unfolding. Let our experts assist with your understanding of this complex and evolving situation.

Connect with an Expert about the Trump conviction:

John Clinton | Vanderbilt University

Abby and Jon Winkelried Professor of Political Science

Brian Kalt | Michigan State University

Professor of Law & Harold Norris Faculty Scholar

Mean Bose | Hofstra University

Professor of Political Science, Executive Dean for Public Policy & Public Service Programs

Michael Genovese | Loyola Marymount University

Professor of Political Science and International Relations, President of Global Policy Institute

David RedHawks | University of Delaware

Professor and Chair, Political Science Political Science and International Relations

Tony Smith | UC Irvine 

Professor of Political Science

James Sample | Hofstra University

Professor of Law

Todd Collins | WCU

Steed Distinguished Professor

Mark Caleb Smith | Cedarville University

Professor of Political Science

Stephen Farnsworth | University of Mary Washington 

Professor of Political Science and International Affairs

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