Donald Trump's court hearing has been set for 2.15pm ET (7.15pm BST) on Tuesday, April 4, a court spokesperson has confirmed, as it emerges he faces more than 30 charges.
Sources close to the investigation have revealed that Trump has been charged on more than 30 counts related to business fraud in the indictment issued on Thursday, according to reports. The specific charges have not been publicly released as of yet, and it is still unclear when this will happen..
Meanwhile, a deal has been struck between Trump's legal team and prosecutors in Manhattan that the former President will not be handcuffed when he surrenders as he plans to; a scene which will usher in the unprecedented scenario of a former US commander-in-chief seen being arrested and arraigned.