Donald Trump has secured re-election as President of the United States, defeating Democratic candidate Kamala Harris. Despite facing 88 criminal charges, Trump’s legal woes did not deter voters, possibly enhancing his appeal as a victim of political opposition. Under his new presidency, he may self-pardon, effectively pausing ongoing legal proceedings for the next four years. While a sentencing for a New York state case looms, two federal investigations linked to the January 6 Capitol riots and classified documents are likely to be abandoned. Additionally, a Georgia trial related to election interference has been indefinitely postponed.