Stormy Daniels, a key figure in the hush money scandal involving former President Donald Trump, believes that her safety and freedom may be at risk if Trump returns to the White House.

Daniels, who testified against Trump, fears that he may retaliate by having her charged and tried for treason should he win the 2024 election, as the Independent reports.

The adult entertainer testified against Trump in his criminal hush money trial, a case that led to Trump's conviction on 34 counts of falsifying business records.

The case, which stems from an alleged romantic relationship between Daniels and Trump in 2006, revolved around hush money payments made to keep Daniels quiet during the 2016 presidential campaign.

The controversy first came to light in 2018 when Daniels publicly disclosed her experience, which she claims involved both bribery and threats from Trump’s camp to remain silent.

Daniels Takes the Stand

Daniels' testimony in the trial was critical. On the day she testified, Daniels arrived in court wearing a bulletproof vest, indicating the serious nature of the threats she had faced. Her appearance on the stand played a significant role in Trump becoming the first former president in U.S. history to be convicted of criminal charges, as her statements were believed to have contributed to his downfall in the case.

Her attorney described her emotional reaction after the verdict, noting that the gravity of the situation weighed heavily on her. "It’s not over for me. It’s never going to be over for me," Daniels later commented, reflecting on the personal toll the trial and subsequent threats have taken on her life.

Facing Threats After the Verdict

The consequences for Daniels didn’t stop after the trial ended. In the aftermath, she faced a torrent of death threats. A tabloid publication made the situation worse by publishing a photo of her home, forcing Daniels to flee her residence for safety. She now lives in an RV, traveling the country, performing stand-up comedy, and promoting voter registration. Her life has been upended, but she remains outspoken, often discussing her ordeal publicly.

In addition to her own personal security concerns, Daniels also faces a hefty legal bill from her earlier legal battles with Trump.

A GoFundMe campaign, organized by her friend Dwayne Crawford, raised over $1 million to cover the $600,000 in legal fees she was ordered to pay Trump after her 2018 defamation lawsuit was dismissed. This lawsuit stemmed from Daniels' claims that Trump had orchestrated threats to keep her quiet about their alleged affair.

Fear of Future Retaliation

Amid the turmoil, Daniels has voiced a new concern: that if Trump is re-elected in 2024, he may target her for revenge by having her tried for treason. "I think there is a 'strong possibility' that the former president will have me tried for treason if he is re-elected in November," she told reporters, adding to the already tense atmosphere surrounding her life post-trial.

Daniels' fear of a treason trial isn't entirely unfounded, given the rhetoric Trump has used against his perceived enemies in the past.

While Daniels acknowledges that Trump may not hate her personally, she believes he despises the situation she placed him in. In her view, Trump is driven by ego and is running for president again not out of a desire to govern but rather to protect his image and avoid admitting defeat.

Trump's Sentencing Looms

As Daniels continues to navigate her new life on the road, the legal saga surrounding Trump is far from over. His sentencing for the 34 counts of falsifying business records is scheduled for November 26, just three weeks after the 2024 election. This date looms large for Daniels, who, while no longer directly involved in the case, remains in the shadow of the trial and its aftermath.

In an interview with Sunday Mirror, Daniels was candid about what she believes should happen next: "I think he should be sentenced to jail and some community service working for the less fortunate or being the volunteer punching bag at a women’s shelter." Though the future remains uncertain, Daniels is clear that she feels Trump deserves accountability for his actions.

Daniels' Next Steps

As she continues her stand-up comedy tour, Daniels is also using her platform to promote voter registration, encouraging Americans to participate in the democratic process. Despite the ongoing threats and financial difficulties, she remains committed to staying in the public eye and speaking out against what she views as injustices.

Daniels has made it clear that, regardless of the outcome of the 2024 election or Trump’s legal battles, the chaos surrounding her life will continue. "It’s never going to be over for me," she said, summing up the lasting impact of her involvement in one of the most high-profile political scandals in recent history.

Whether or not Trump’s potential return to the White House will bring more challenges for Daniels remains to be seen. However, her fear of further retaliation suggests that her story is far from over. As she continues to face threats, both physical and legal, her resolve to continue her public fight endures.