Postponement of Donald Trump's Sentencing
Judge Juan Merchan postponed Donald Trump's sentencing for his business records conviction until after the election, giving Trump more time to challenge the conviction and potentially get it thrown out. Trump has attacked Merchan for alleged financial gain from the prosecution. Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg faces setbacks after convicting Trump on 34 counts. Trump's daughter has been subpoenaed for documents related to her company's work for Democrat campaigns.
Key Points
- Judge Juan Merchan postponed Trump's sentencing until after the election
- Trump requested the delay to challenge his conviction
- Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg faces setbacks after convicting Trump
- Trump's daughter subpoenaed for documents related to Democrat campaign work
Pros
- Donald Trump gets more time to challenge his conviction
- Possibility of conviction being thrown out due to presidential immunity
Cons
- Delay in justice being served
- Allegations of financial gain by Judge Juan Merchan