Supreme Court Allows Trump's Sentencing to Proceed

On January 10, 2025, President-elect Donald Trump is set to be sentenced for his conviction related to hush money payments to adult film actress Stormy Daniels. The U.S. Supreme Court has denied Trump's final attempt to delay this sentencing, allowing Judge Juan Merchan to proceed despite Trump's claims of a politically motivated prosecution. The court's majority concluded that the sentencing would not impose significant burdens on Trump, as Merchan has indicated that he is unlikely to impose jail time or probation. Trump has publicly maintained his innocence, asserting that the charges against him are fabricated. Meanwhile, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is poised to take the oath of office for a new term amid political tensions. Additionally, in a significant scientific achievement, India's ISRO is making strides with a docking experiment aimed at enhancing its space capabilities.