As of July 2024, former President Donald J. Trump is not a felon, as he has not been convicted of a felony offense. However, he has been involved in numerous legal challenges and investigations, some of which have led to indictments and charges, but none have yet resulted in a felony conviction.

One of the most high-profile legal cases involving Trump is related to his business practices. The Trump Organization and its longtime CFO, Allen Weisselberg, faced charges of tax fraud and other financial crimes. While Weisselberg was convicted and sentenced, Trump himself was not directly charged in this particular case.

 

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Additionally, Trump has faced scrutiny for his role in the events of January 6, 2021, when a mob of his supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol. The House of Representatives impeached him for incitement of insurrection, but he was acquitted by the Senate, thus avoiding a conviction that might have carried legal consequences.

Trump has also been the subject of various civil lawsuits. For example, he was found liable for sexual abuse and defamation in a case brought by writer E. Jean Carroll, resulting in a financial judgment against him. However, this was a civil case, not a criminal one, and thus does not result in a felony record.

Furthermore, Trump has been indicted in multiple criminal cases, including allegations related to attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results. These cases are ongoing, and the outcomes remain uncertain. An indictment is a formal charge of a serious crime, but it is not a conviction.

In summary, while Donald Trump has faced numerous legal challenges and criminal indictments, he has not been convicted of a felony as of July 2024, and thus cannot be legally classified as a felon. The future outcomes of ongoing investigations and trials may affect this status.