Is the massive fraud penalty the beginning of the end for Trump's White House hopes?

The punishment penalty of $450 million including interest handed to Donald Trump for business fraud is such a massive blow to the former president and his business empire that it could just spell the beginnng of the end of his political career. He is appealing but right now he must be wondering whether the omens are starting to look pretty bleak. He claims he is a multi-billionaire and I guess if he has to pay the penalty he will have to sell one of his many properties. But it's not just a question of finding the ready cash. The judge's ruling represents a mighty blow to his prestige and to the value of his empire. He can call "witch hunt" as many times as he wants but if he doesn't pay up, the bailiffs will arrive. It is a significant moment. If he gets convicted at any of the four trials he is facing, the reality of his position is going to hit him so hard he might be forced to give up his hopes of returning to the White House. We have all got used to Trump's fighting talk, but he is not immune from or above the law and it's catching up with him fast. No wonder Nikki Haley is determined to stay in the fight for the Republican nomination.