Donald Trump called the hush money case against him as an "assault on America" as he appeared in court in New York for his trial.
He faces charges of tampering with business records to conceal payments made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels and former Playboy model Karen McDougal during his 2016 campaign.
Trump's lawyers argue that the payments were intended to avoid embarrassment for himself and his family, not to influence the election.
Trump has made clear his disapproval of the case, stating, "Nothing like this has ever happened before. It should never have been brought."
Ian Collins speaks with U.S political commentator Michael Graham.
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