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Donald Trump Stares Down A Series of Legal Hurdles Ahead of New York Sentencing

New York Court to Sentence Donald Trump Amidst Legal Challenges

New York City, NY – Former President Donald Trump, who is also a candidate in the upcoming Republican presidential race, is facing significant legal challenges as he awaits sentencing on multiple felony counts. A New York State judge has made it clear that the case will move forward, rejecting Trump’s request to delay the sentencing until after the November 5 election.

Upcoming Sentencing Date

Judge Juan Merchan is set to sentence Trump on September 18 in what is known as the Manhattan hush money case. This follows a criminal conviction that was reached on May 30, where a jury found Trump guilty of falsifying business records. The jury unanimously agreed that he mishandled $130,000 in payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels to cover up the payments, which allegedly influenced his 2016 election campaign.

The initial sentencing date was scheduled for July 11, but was postponed after a ruling from the Supreme Court regarding presidential immunity came out in July. This ruling has raised questions that Judge Merchan will address just days before sentencing.

Decision on Presidential Immunity

On September 16, Judge Merchan will decide whether to grant Trump’s request to dismiss the verdict from the hush money case, claiming that the Supreme Court’s immunity ruling affects the evidence used against him. If his motion is not granted, Trump’s legal team may seek to delay sentencing yet again to allow more time for planning their next moves.

Timeline of Other Court Appearances

In addition to the sensitive hush money case, Trump has several other important court dates lined up:

  • September 5: In the federal election subversion case, U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan will hold a status conference to discuss how the case should progress.
  • September 7: Trump’s legal team will appear in court to contest a civil court ruling where Trump was found liable for sexually abusing and defaming writer E. Jean Carroll back in 1996. He was ordered to pay $5 million in damages.
  • September 16: The ruling by Judge Merchan regarding Trump’s motion to throw out the verdict in the hush money case will take place.

What’s Next for Trump?

The upcoming days could prove crucial for Trump as he faces a series of court dates that may impact not just his legal standing but also his presidential campaign. Legal analysts suggest that the intersection of these cases and his campaign could shape his approach moving forward.

As the countdown to sentencing and further hearings continues, all eyes remain on New York City as Trump navigates these legal hurdles. Each decision made in these hearings could potentially influence his chances in the 2024 presidential race, making it a critical time not just for the former president but also for his supporters and competitors.

With the legal battles ahead, Trump’s legal team is gearing up for intense discussions and strategic moves in the coming weeks.


Author: HERE Georgetown

HERE Georgetown

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