Former Trump Tower doorman Dino Sajudin has spoken up with advice for Donald Trump following the former president's conviction in a historic hush-money case. This comes despite Sajudin's own discredited claims from 2015 about Trump having an affair, which was part of showing Trump's pattern of hush money payments.
The Daily Mail reported that Sajudin's history with Trump began during his tenure as a doorman at Trump Tower, located on Fifth Avenue. In 2015, Sajudin sold a sensational story to the National Enquirer for $30,000.
He alleged that Trump had an affair that resulted in a 'love child,' though the story was later debunked.
Despite the discrediting of his claims, Sajudin's story surfaced recently in a broader context. It highlighted Trump’s 'catch-and-kill' tactics, where stories were purchased and deliberately buried to protect Trump’s reputation.
Critically, Sajudin was not called upon to testify in the hush money case by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. Nevertheless, his story was referenced during the trial as part of an established pattern of behavior by Trump and his legal team.
Donald Trump was found guilty on May 30, 2024, on 34 felony counts. The charges related to falsifying business documents to hide hush money payments made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels. Trump's actions have led to his upcoming sentencing hearing, scheduled for July 11, 2024.
Significantly, Trump violated a gag order imposed by Judge Juan Merchan. This violation could result in a prison sentence of up to four years. Sajudin offered Trump advice against antagonizing the judge during this precarious time.
"I don't think it's a good idea for Trump to be bashing the judge right now, because this is far from over," Sajudin told the New York Daily News. "The judge still has to sentence him, so don't piss off the judge."
Dino Sajudin feels a sense of importance in his purported contribution to the sequence of events. He even expressed pride in being part of the circumstances that led to Trump's conviction.
"I was the first one," Sajudin remarked. "I am a part of it, I think I can safely say that — the first time a president was convicted of felonies."
Reflecting on the significance of these events, Sajudin added, "So, yeah. This is all history here, that's what it is."
The media scrutiny Sajudin faced following his debunked story in 2018 was intense and prolonged. He reminisced about the paranoia and discomfort he experienced during that time.
"[You] always feel like, 'Oh, is someone following you? Your brain runs away with it," Sajudin shared about his ordeal. "I really don't want to go back to the way it was. At the time, it was a nightmare."
Despite the trial and ongoing legal battles, Sajudin remains tuned into the developments and formulations surrounding the case. "I'll watch it when I can, I'll check the news recaps of it, stuff like that," he said.
Interestingly, Dino Sajudin’s support for Donald Trump has not waned. He plans to vote for Trump in November, regardless of whether Trump faces imprisonment.
His loyalty shines through his advice to Trump as well. Warning Trump to refrain from further antagonistic actions towards the judge, Sajudin suggested, "Wait until they sentence you and then go say what you're gonna say."
Despite the intricate and controversial past, Sajudin's political stance remains unchanged, and he chooses to back Trump through the current challenges.
Dino Sajudin, the former doorman involved in the historical hush money case surrounding Donald Trump, has offered advice and reflections amidst the former president's conviction.
Sajudin's story, initially discredited, was referenced in the broader legal proceedings. Despite the scrutiny and the ups and downs of media attention, Sajudin plans to vote for Trump in the upcoming election, showcasing unwavering support amidst legal tribulations.
