On Friday, Judge Juan M. Merchan of New York confirmed that President-elect Donald Trump would not be sentenced this month in his hush money case. This order confirmed what had already become apparent: the previously set sentencing date of November 26 was no longer viable. Both prosecutors and Trump's defense team have been requested to provide further briefs in the upcoming weeks, aiming to establish how this legal matter should proceed given Trump's election as President.
Trump's lawyers have argued that the case should be dismissed immediately, asserting that continuing with the legal process would interfere with his presidential duties. They contend that it's crucial for Trump to focus on his responsibilities as he transitions to the White House, suggesting his legal issues should not affect his upcoming presidency.
In contrast, prosecutors have expressed a willingness to consider putting the case on hold but are adamant that it should not be dismissed entirely. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has emphasized the importance of maintaining the integrity of the jury's verdict, stating that any resolution must respect both the presidential obligations and the legal process.
Following the judge's ruling, Trump spokesperson Steven Cheung characterized the decision as a significant victory for Trump. The legal case stems from a conviction earlier in May, where Trump was found guilty of falsifying business records related to a $130,000 payment made to porn star Stormy Daniels to prevent her from disclosing past allegations.
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