Title: New York Judge Postpones Donald Trump’s Sentencing in Hush Money Case
Subheading 1: Indefinite Postponement
A New York judge has indefinitely postponed President-elect Donald Trump’s sentencing in his criminal hush money case. This decision comes after Trump was found guilty on 34 counts of falsifying business records.
Subheading 2: Motion to Dismiss
Judge Juan Merchan has allowed Trump’s attorneys to file motions to dismiss the case, leading to the cancellation of the sentencing that was originally scheduled for next Tuesday. Prosecutors have supported pausing the sentencing date to give Trump’s lawyers time to argue for the case’s dismissal.
Subheading 3: Legal Battle Continues
Despite the postponement, the District Attorney’s office has expressed opposition to the dismissal bid. Trump’s attorneys, including Todd Blanche, argue that the case must be thrown out immediately, citing immunity as a sitting President and President-elect.
Subheading 4: Victory for Trump
In response to the court order, Trump’s transition team celebrated the stay of the case and adjournment of sentencing. The team stated that all attacks against President Trump through legal means have now been nullified.
Subheading 5: Background of the Case
The hush money case revolves around efforts to silence Stormy Daniels, a porn star who alleged a sexual affair with Trump before the 2016 election. Trump has denied the allegations and accused prosecutors of political motives. The case is the only one of four criminal matters against Trump to go to trial.
Subheading 6: Future Legal Proceedings
With Trump’s election victory, other criminal cases against him are likely to end. Two federal court cases based on election-related allegations and mishandling classified records are expected to be abandoned. Additionally, a state-level criminal case in Georgia remains on hold.
Byline: Mary Altaffer | AFP | Getty Images
