Supreme Court Reviewing Trump's Last Attempt to Delay Sentencing in New York Case
NEW YORK — President-elect Donald Trump faces an imminent sentencing for his hush money conviction following the New York Court of Appeals’ rejection of his delay request.
With the clock ticking toward the 9:30 a.m. Friday sentencing, Justice Juan Merchan, overseeing the case, intends to allow Trump to attend virtually, ruling out jail time.
Supreme Court Appeal
Trump’s plea to the Supreme Court to halt the proceedings, citing national security risks amid his presidential transition duties, remains pending.
The New York court’s chief clerk informed Trump’s attorney that Judge Jenny Rivera declined to block the sentencing, without providing a rationale. Trump’s conviction included 34 felony counts of falsifying business documents.
Legal Standoff
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s office countered Trump’s claims of immunity, asserting that the court lacks jurisdiction to intervene at this stage. They argue that Trump’s immunity as president-elect does not shield him from state-court processes.
Bragg’s team also refuted Trump’s bid to overturn Merchan’s rulings on evidence admissibility, pending an appeals court decision post-sentencing.
Public Interest vs. Legal Maneuvers
Prosecutors emphasized the public interest in proceeding to sentencing despite Trump’s legal maneuvers. The case underscores the balance between legal processes and public accountability.
