Former President Donald Trump has filed a formal notice to appeal his New York hush money conviction, hiring the elite law firm Sullivan & Cromwell to spearhead this effort. This move marks the beginning of a fresh legal battle as Trump seeks to overturn the verdict, which he contends is unjust. His new legal team has expressed determination to challenge the conviction on multiple grounds, including traditional defenses that could focus on legal technicalities or the validity of evidence presented during the trial. Trump’s steps signal an ongoing commitment to contesting the criminal charges related to payments made to silence claims from Stormy Daniels. As he navigates this complex legal terrain, the implications of his appeal could resonate significantly within the political landscape.