The sentencing of former President Donald Trump in his New York hush-money case has been rescheduled for September 18, following a landmark US Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity. Justice Juan Merchan in Manhattan set the new date on Tuesday, granting Trump’s request for a delay as he seeks to overturn his conviction on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records.
The Supreme Court’s ruling, which was handed down on June 30, has significant implications for Trump’s criminal case. The former president’s legal team has argued that the ruling supports their claim that Trump is immune from prosecution in state court. Justice Merchan has agreed to review the impact of the ruling on Trump’s case, and will impose the sentence on September 18 if necessary.
Trump’s conviction in April marked a major milestone in the case, which centers on payments made to adult film star Stormy Daniels in the lead-up to the 2016 presidential election. Trump has maintained his innocence throughout the proceedings, and his legal team has vowed to appeal the verdict.
The delay in sentencing is the latest development in a case that has captivated the nation. Trump’s legal troubles have been the subject of intense scrutiny, with many watching to see how the former president will fare in the criminal justice system.
In addition to the hush-money case, Trump is also facing a separate criminal investigation in Georgia, as well as a number of civil lawsuits. The former president has denied any wrongdoing in all of these cases, and his legal team has pledged to vigorously defend him against all charges.
