Trump Hush Money Case Sentencing Delayed

Donald Trump's hush money case involving payments to Stormy Daniels is facing significant delays, with sentencing now set for November 26, 2024, but potentially postponed further. New York prosecutors have indicated their willingness to delay the sentencing until after Trump's second presidential term, which could extend to 2029. Trump’s legal team is pushing for the case to be dismissed entirely, citing presidential immunity for actions taken during his presidency, a point complicated by a recent Supreme Court ruling. Prosecutors assert that while they oppose dismissing the case, they acknowledge the need to balance legal proceedings with the obligations of the presidency. The judge, Juan Merchan, has postponed major rulings, leaving uncertainty about the case's direction amidst speculation about its political implications. Trump was previously convicted on 34 counts of falsifying business records, marking a historic precedent for a former U.S. president.