# Donaldson Convicted on 18 Sexual Offense Charges

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Podcast: [Galway News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/galway-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7598688)
Published: 2026-06-23T05:07:40+00:00
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Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson has been convicted on eighteen serious sexual offense charges, including rape and multiple counts of indecent assault and gross indecency, stemming from allegations by two women who were children at the time. The jury deliberated for over ten hours before delivering the verdict, and Donaldson showed no visible reaction. He was immediately remanded into custody, with the judge stating a lengthy prison sentence is inevitable and that he will be placed on the sex offenders register. Sentencing is set for September 25, with a review hearing earlier that month. His wife, Eleanor Donaldson, was also convicted on five counts of aiding and abetting the alleged offenses. This marks a devastating fall for the former political heavyweight after a four-week trial. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6df0e7f73d9bd8fe

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