According to half of Americans polled by Reuters, the indictment of former president Donald Trump is politically motivated.
What Happened: Thirty percent of those surveyed in the Reuters Ipsos opinion said they strongly Agree Trump's possible indictment is politically motivated. Another 24% Somewhat Agree that this is the case.
46% of the 1,003 respondents in the poll said it was very believable that Trump paid the porn star Stormy Daniels money so she wouldn't talk about their extramarital relationship during the 2016 presidential election. Twenty-Four percent of the respondents said it was Somewhat Believable that the former president paid Daniels hush money.
Why Does It Matter: A Manhattan jury probing the payment did not meet on Wednesday, reported Reuters.
There is no clarity on the reason why the jury did not meet or how long it would take to complete its work.
If the jury indicts Trump, he would become the first U.S. president to face criminal charges. The report says the panel could assemble on Thursday and meets three times a week.
In a social media post, Trump had expressed his apprehension that he would be arrested this week and asked his supporters to protest. Authorities in New York were seen barricading the Manhattan courthouse on Monday.
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