Read the full transcript from Trump's arraignment
A transcript of former President Donald Trump's first court appearance has been released. Former President Donald Trump's first court hearing following his indictment on 34 counts of falsifying business records lasted 57 minutes, according to court records. Here is the full transcript of what transpired in the courtroom, according to records that were released. THE CLERK: Calendar number one, indictment 71543 of 2023, People of the State of New York versus Donald J. Trump. Appearances. CHRISTOPHER CONROY: Christopher Conroy for the People. And Judge, with me are Catherine McCaw, Matthew Colangelo, Susan Hoffinger and Becky Mangold. JUDGE JUAN MERCHAN: Good afternoon. TODD BLANCHE: Good afternoon, your Honor. Todd Blanche for President Trump. SUSAN NECHELES: Susan Necheles for President Trump as well. JOSEPH TACOPINA: Once again, Joseph Tacopina for President Donald J. Trump. JUDGE MERCHAN: Good afternoon. This matter is on for arraignment . Anything that we need to address be...