Yesterday, former President Donald Trump was indicted by a Manhattan Grand Jury for his involvement in hush money payments during the 2016 Presidential campaign to Stormy Daniels, an adult film actress with whom Trump allegedly had an affair. The indictment marks a significant moment in the country's history, signaling the emergence of America from a terrifying period of institutional decline, systematic cronyism and democratic erosion. However, the indictment is just the beginning of Trump's legal battles, as he could face several more charges in the near future as investigations into his alleged wrongdoing proceed in other jurisdictions.

Although the Stormy Daniels case may appear small in comparison to the alleged sexual assaults, non-payment of contractors, tax evasion, housing discrimination, and money laundering accusations against Trump, it was part of a lifelong pattern of behavior that is now being investigated. The former President and his supporters accuse the prosecution of being politically motivated, but Democrats argue that Trump is the weakest person in the potential GOP candidate field for the 2024 presidential election.

The indictment could become the first of several legal battles that Trump faces as he tries to remain relevant in American Politics. Meanwhile, the country may have to pay a heavy price to uphold its democratic principles in the face of such an indictment.