Is this how dictators win? Donald Trump will spend the next two months facing criminal charges in a New York court. It might sound strange, but some think it could actually help him win the election.
Trump slams trial as an ‘assault on America’
Historic: Trump, pictured in court above, could face up to four years in jail if convicted. Glossary
Donald Trump - An American politician, media personality, and businessman serving as the 47th president of the United States since January 2025. A member of the Republican Party, he previously served as the 45th president from 2017 to 2021.
New York - A city in the USA. It is in a state also called New York.
Falsifying - Alter a document to make it misleading.
Deep state - According to an American conspiracy, the deep state is a group of influential government agencies or members who secretly manipulate government policy.
Proof - Something that shows something else is true.
Dictators - Rulers with total power over a country.