As Donald Trump prepares to turn himself in for the hush money he gave to porn star Stormy Daniels in 2016, his attorney, Alina Habba, made a shocking comparison during her recent appearance on “The Benny Show.” She likened Trump’s legal battles to those of Tupac Shakur and called him “his own brand.”
Set Shakur Calls Habba’s Comments “Blasphemous”
However, Set Shakur, 2Pac’s sister, expressed her disagreement on this comparison. She believed that her brother was measured by his integrity, principles, and accountability during his trial – traits that Trump lacks. Additionally, Set Shakur added that 2Pac’s popularity was because people were able to judge him by his words and actions, not just because of his time in prison. She called Habba’s comments “blasphemous.”
Chris Rock Also Compared Trump to Tupac
Interestingly, Chris Rock had previously drawn a similar comparison between Trump and Tupac. He stated that arresting Trump would only make him more popular, just like how Tupac sold more records after his death.
Donald Trump’s Fundraising Increased After Indictment Announcement
In another development related to Trump, fundraising for his 2024 presidential campaign increased by more than $8 million in the four days following the announcement of his indictment. Jason Miller, Trump’s senior adviser, claimed that he raised $7 million across Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and another $1.1 million on Monday. This marked the most lucrative stretch of fundraising for Trump since he left office.
Trump Will Be Arraigned on Charges Stemming from Hush Money Payments
Trump will appear in a Manhattan country courtroom to be arraigned on charges stemming from hush money payments he made to porn star Stormy Daniels. He is the first former US president to face criminal charges, and a conviction would not prevent him from running for or winning the presidency in 2024.
Reaction to Alina Habba’s Comparison
After Habba’s comments on “The Benny Show” sparked controversy, Set Shakur publicly criticized her, and some social media users expressed their disagreement as well. One member of the Exonerated Five even reacted to Trump’s indictment on social media.
In response to the indictment, Trump criticized Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and called for him to “INDICT HIMSELF” over the “leak.” This event incited police to brace for protests along the streets from Trump Tower to the DA’s office, with thousands of cops on standby in case of violence breaking out.
Charges Related to Falsifying Business Records
Trump’s indictment includes multiple charges of falsifying business records, including at least one felony offense. The indictment relates to six-figure payments made to porn actor Stormy Daniels and former Playboy model Karen McDougal. While he denies any wrongdoing involving these payments, Trump is now set to face 34 felony counts related to campaign fund misuse.
Donald Trump’s arraignment hearing will be a significant moment in American history as he becomes the first US president criminally charged. Although whether he can maintain his political relevance remains unclear, his attorney’s comparison between him and Tupac Shakur has undoubtedly sparked outrage among many who disagree with her views.
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