Adult film star Stormy Daniels, also known as Stephanie Clifford, has expressed feeling “a little vindicated” after former President Donald Trump was convicted in New York on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records related to hush money payments made to her in 2016. Daniels’ husband, Barrett Blade, shared that while the trial was not specifically about her, she felt validated knowing that the jury had acknowledged the truth of the situation. Despite this, Blade acknowledged that there are still people who believe Daniels is lying, but mentioned that she is relieved and will continue living in the U.S.
Blade, who is also an adult film actor, stated in a CNN interview that he was unsure if Daniels’ sense of vindication matters to those who still doubt her, as some people have already made up their minds about her credibility. Trump’s conviction was not directly linked to his alleged affair with Daniels, but rather to the concealment of hush money payments made to her and another woman, Karen McDougal. Blade expressed concerns about his wife’s safety, noting that he believes supporters of Trump, known as “MAGA idiots,” may come after her. He emphasized that the facts of the case should be recognized.
Daniels had previously considered leaving the country if the verdict did not turn in her favor, as reported by Burnett. Following the conviction, Blade mentioned that Daniels has a sense of relief and feels that a burden has been lifted off her shoulders. He highlighted that they will continue with their usual routine, despite potential threats from supporters of the former president. Trump has consistently denied the affairs with Daniels and McDougal, but has admitted to the hush money payments made on his behalf by his former lawyer Michael Cohen.
The sentencing hearing for Trump has been scheduled for July 11, two weeks after his anticipated debate with President Joe Biden. The former president has dismissed his legal issues as election interference, as he continues to maintain his innocence. Daniels, along with McDougal, were recipients of hush money payments during Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign, which have led to legal troubles for the former president. Blade reiterated Daniels’ feelings of vindication and relief following the verdict in the case.
