Stormy Daniels Fears Treason Charges if Trump Wins Re-Election
Stormy Daniels, the adult film star at the center of the politically charged “hush money” case involving former President Donald Trump, has expressed fears that she could face prosecution for treason if Trump wins re-election in January. Daniels, whose real name is Stephanie Clifford, has been outspoken about her role in the legal battle surrounding Trump, which continues to be a defining part of her public life.
The case against Trump revolves around payments made to Daniels during his 2016 presidential campaign. These payments formed the crux of Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s indictment of the former president, which saw Trump convicted earlier this year on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. The charges stem from allegations that Trump directed these payments to Daniels in an effort to keep her quiet about an alleged affair, a claim Trump has consistently denied.
Bragg’s decision to pursue the case has been controversial, especially after his predecessor chose not to press charges. In an unusual legal strategy, Bragg used COVID-era statutes to elevate what would normally be considered misdemeanor bookkeeping violations into felony charges. This led to 34 felony counts being levied against Trump, each carrying a potential prison sentence, totaling a maximum of 136 years.
In an interview with Rolling Stone, Daniels discussed her complicated relationship with Trump, acknowledging that while she doesn’t believe Trump hates her personally, he likely resents the situation her case has put him in. “I don’t think he necessarily hates me — I think he hates the situation [I’ve put him in],” she stated.
However, Daniels has not been shy about her disdain for the former president, frequently referring to him as “tangerine Hitler.” She elaborated on her views, claiming that Trump has authoritarian ambitions. “He doesn’t want to be president. He wants to be king. He wants to sit on his gold-toilet throne,” she told Rolling Stone.
Looking ahead to the upcoming election, Daniels predicted widespread chaos regardless of the outcome. She expressed concern about her own safety and legal standing if Trump were to return to the White House. “There’s a strong possibility I’ll be prosecuted if Trump wins,” Daniels stated, hinting at fears of retribution from a vengeful Trump administration.
Despite her ongoing legal battles, including being required to pay Trump’s legal fees in a separate defamation case, Daniels has managed to stay in the public eye. She is currently on a stand-up comedy tour, where she uses her platform to mock the former president and share her experiences with humor, albeit laced with frustration.
Living in an RV and reflecting on her life since the hush money case first made headlines, Daniels shared a bittersweet perspective on the toll this chapter has taken on her. “It’s simple things like that, which are a reminder that I have to live this every day,” she said, referencing moments of personal reflection.
As Daniels continues to navigate the aftermath of her involvement in one of the most politically significant cases in recent history, she remains both a controversial figure and a symbol of the broader legal challenges facing Trump as the 2024 election approaches. Whether or not Daniels’ fears of prosecution will materialize if Trump regains power remains uncertain, but her comments underscore the tense and unpredictable political climate surrounding the case.