The Impact of Donald Trump's Conviction on the Presidential Election

Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on all 34 charges in his New York criminal trial. This is a big deal because it's rare for a former president to face criminal charges. CBS News chief political analyst John Dickerson explains how this could affect the upcoming presidential election. Hofstra Law Prof. James Sample takes a closer look at the legal and political implications of Donald Trump's conviction in his "hush money" trial. This means that Trump's legal troubles could have a significant impact on his future in politics. In other news, South Africa is having an election and one of the hosts of the podcast is leaving on May 31st, 2024. You can listen to more audio and podcasts on iOS or Android. The podcast is 21 minutes long. Until June 5th, you can get a 50% discount on Economist Podcasts+ for more insights. The fight over abortion could play a big role in the upcoming election. This week, we look at how people's views on reproductive rights could influence the November votes. There's also a discussion on whether falling birth rates should be a concern. In the podcast about markets, the economy, and business, it's explained why simply paying women to have more babies may not be the solution.