A New York judge confirmed that President elect Donald Trump will not be sentenced this month on 34 criminal counts relating to a hush money case.
The constitutional implications of a president elect facing criminal convictions and sentencing before their inauguration are unclear, as circumstances against Trump are unprecedented.
Trump's lawyers seek to outright dismiss the case, asserting it would disrupt his presidential duties, while prosecutors contemplate pausing proceedings during his term.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg emphasized the need to balance the obligations of the presidency with the sanctity of the jury verdict.
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