On May 30, 2024, Donald Trump was found guilty of illegally influencing the 2016 election. He falsified business records to cover up “hush money” paid to porn star Stormy Daniels to silence her claims of a sexual encounter that Trump denies took place.

In astrology, Jupiter rules justice and the legal system. This planet is an excellent place to decipher the verdict horoscope and its implications for Donald Trump’s election prospects.

Astrology of the Court Verdict

The guilty verdict was delivered in New York at 5:07 pm on May 30, 2024. ^[1] Unsurprisingly, Jupiter is strongly aspected in the verdict horoscope below.

Jupiter trine Pluto (0°46′) explains the profound significance of this verdict on the future of the United States and politics globally. It suggests justice was served, and the verdict was legally correct and fair, based on sound morals and ethics.

However, the harsh aspects it makes to the Ascendant add weight to Trump’s argument of political interference in the process. Pluto square Ascendant (0°55′) could mean an abuse of power in prosecuting the case.

The Sun conjunct Venus also indicates the courts and the juror’s fairness, and the sextile to Midheaven means the outcome was balanced and honest. However, as with Jupiter trine Pluto, an associated square aspect means things are not so simple.

The Moon in this chart represents the public. The Moon squares Sun-Venus, making the verdict controversial and divisive. This results in tension, stress, emotionally charged reactions, aggression and conflict. So, in an increasingly polarised America, divisions are only likely to deepen.

One final significant aspect worth noting in the verdict chart is Mercury conjunct Uranus (0°39′). This conjunction explains the verdict’s shocking nature and uniqueness (it was the first conviction of a former US president). It also changes opinions, disrupts plans and makes the future more unpredictable.

Donald Trump Astrology

As with the verdict horoscope, Jupiter trine Pluto aspects the Ascendant in Donald Trump’s astrology chart, only this time, the aspects are reversed; Jupiter is square, and Pluto is quincunx.

Jupiter square Ascendant transit (0°06′) leaves no doubt this is a bad result for Trump. This transit is a test of faith that often results in disappointment, loss, embarrassment or scandal. Trump needs moderation to turn this around. He must avoid extremes in behavior and beliefs by finding the middle ground.

Pluto quincunx Ascendant transit (0°52′) suggests a shift in his power and influence due to a personal crisis. It can indicate being the victim of an abuse of power or suffering the karmic repercussions of abusing power. It seems both apply in this case.

Uranus sextile Saturn transit (0°47′) brings constructive changes or an urge to make changes to restore stability and harmony. It helps Trump assert his authority and make others feel secure during this period of upheaval and uncertainty.

Saturn square Uranus transit (0°17′) is a more powerful influence than Uranus sextile Saturn because the orb is tighter, and a square is more potent than a sextile. It brings restrictive change and unexpected restrictions. It has brought about changes that Trump did not want, making it harder for him to make the changes he wants.

This transit may have seen a restriction of his rights and could result in a loss of freedom. It is limiting his options and causing incredible stress and frustration. There is a danger that poor timing, impaired intuition and impatience could lead to overreactions and impulsive and eccentric behavior.

Note: The precession correction value of 1°05′ has been subtracted from the transiting positions in the biwheel chart above. The fixed stars have precessed 1°05′ since 1946. “One should treat the natal positions of the planets as if they were fixed stars.” ^[2]

References

1. Guilty: Trump becomes first former US president convicted of felony crimes, May 30, 2024, apnews.com
2. Planets in Transit, Robert Hand, 2001, p.29.