Manhattan Judge Juan M. Merchan decided to postpone Trump’s sentencing until November 26, to ensure no perceived influence on the presidential election, stating, "The Court is a fair, impartial, and apolitical institution."
Trump’s legal team argued that sentencing him during the election period would be seen as election interference since he is a candidate for president.
The judge agreed to the delay, pointing out that it’s vital to avoid any appearance of bias in a politically charged context, reinforcing the judicial system's integrity.
Trump’s lawyers pushed for postponing the sentencing to give time for potential appeal considerations following the Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity.
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