Former President Donald Trump's conviction in his historic trial in New York City last month has significantly impacted the landscape of the upcoming 2024 election rematch with President Biden. Trump, being the first former or current president to stand trial in a criminal case, faces a new set of challenges as he navigates through uncharted waters.
The jury's verdict of guilty on all 34 felony counts of falsifying business records has raised questions about how this could influence the presidential race. Despite this, Trump remains steadfast in his messaging about the necessity for a stronger, safer, and more prosperous America.
Recent national polling and public opinion surveys indicate that Trump currently holds a slight edge in most crucial battleground states that are likely to determine the outcome of the election. A Monmouth University poll revealed that the impact of Trump's verdict on the election seems minimal, with both candidates maintaining similar levels of support.
The poll also highlighted that voter enthusiasm for this rematch has surged among both Republicans and Democrats. Additionally, a majority of respondents believed that the decision to bring Trump to trial was politically motivated.
Following the announcement of the verdict, Trump's campaign experienced a surge in donations, raising millions in a matter of hours. The campaign reported raising $34.8 million in the six hours immediately after the guilty verdict was delivered. By the following day, the total amount raised had soared to nearly $53 million through online digital fundraising.
