Good afternoon. Before I begin my remarks,
I just want to say a few words about what
happened yesterday in New York City.
The American principle that no one is above the law
was reaffirmed.
Donald Trump was given every opportunity to defend himself.
It was a state case,
not a federal case, and it was heard by a
jury of 12 citizens.
Twelve Americans, 12 people like you.
Like millions of Americans who served on juries,
this juror is chosen the same way every jury in
America is chosen was a process that Donald Trump's attorney
was part of.
The jury heard five weeks of evidence,
5 weeks, and after careful deliberation,
the jury reached a unanimous verdict.
They found Donald Trump guilty on all 34 felony counts.
Now they'll be given the opportunity,
as he should, to appeal that decision,
just like everyone else has that opportunity.
That's how the American system of justice works.
And it's reckless, it's dangerous.
It's irresponsible for anyone to say this was rigged just
because they don't like the verdict.
Our justice system is endured for nearly 250 years,
and it literally is the cornerstone of America.
Our justice system, the justice system should be respected and
we should never allow anyone to tear it down.
It's as simple as that.
That's America. That's who we are.
And that's who will always be,
God willing.
Now to another issue.