What's at stake in Trump's unprecedented trial?

Donald Trump's first criminal trial is under way in New York City. He is accused of trying to cover up a $130,000 hush-money payment to porn star Stormy Daniels ahead of the 2016 election - which he won.

The case marks the first time a US president - sitting or current - has faced a criminal trial.

The BBC's Nada Tawfik explains what to look out for and what the consequences of this unprecedented event could be on the 2024 election.