
Manhattan prosecutors have firmly opposed President-elect Donald Trump's attempt to dismiss his criminal conviction related to hush money payments.
This opposition comes in the wake of Trump's recent election victory, which has added a complex layer to the ongoing legal proceedings.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has made it clear that while he is open to delaying Trump's sentencing, he stands against dismissing the case entirely.
In a letter, Bragg stated, “The People deeply respect the Office of the President, are mindful of the demands and obligations of the presidency, and acknowledge that Defendant’s inauguration will raise unprecedented legal questions.” However, he suggested "non-dismissal options" such as pausing all proceedings until Trump leaves office in 2029.
This legal saga began when Trump was convicted on 34 counts of falsifying business records. These charges stem from a payment made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, allegedly intended to influence the outcome of the 2016 presidential election by concealing claims of an affair.
If the conviction stands, Trump would become the first U.S. president to assume office with a criminal record. Trump's team has celebrated the potential delay as a victory.
Steven Cheung, Trump's campaign spokesperson, declared, “This is a total and definitive victory for President Trump and the American People who elected him in a landslide.
The Manhattan DA has conceded that this Witch Hunt cannot continue.” Judge Juan Merchan, who is overseeing the case, faces a critical decision. He must determine whether to postpone the November 26 sentencing, dismiss the conviction, or proceed despite Trump's election win.
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