Donald Trump hunkers down in New York ahead of arraignment

Former US President Donald Trump has arrived at Trump Tower in New York, where he is expected to spend the night before facing criminal charges.

Mr Trump's trip to Manhattan will see him indicted for his alleged role in hush money payments to porn star Stormy Daniels.

The exact charges he faces will be disclosed in full at the hearing, at around 14:15 local time (19:15 BST).

Mr Trump, 76, is the first US president in history to face a criminal case.

He denies wrongdoing.

"WITCH HUNT," Mr Trump, a Republican, wrote on his Truth Social platform shortly before travelling from his home in Florida on Monday, a phrase he has used to criticise other investigations he has faced. read more