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Manhattan DA Defers Decision on Trump's Sentencing Delay Request

Judge Merchan will decide whether to postpone Trump's sentencing until after the 2024 presidential election.

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On the left, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg speaks during a press conference at the Louis J. Lefkowitz State Office Building on March 21, 2024, in New York City. On the right, former President Donald Trump speaks during a press conference at Mr. Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate on August 08, 2024, in Palm Beach, Florida. Bragg’s office on Monday said it would defer to Judge Juan Merchan regarding Trump’s recent request to delay his “hush money” case sentencing.
people outside of trump trial courthouse in New York
Republican Presidential Candidate former U.S. President Donald Trump takes the stage during a campaign rally at Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza on August 17, 2024 in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Trump held a rally in the battleground state of Pennsylvania, a key swing state in the 2024 Presidential election against Democratic presidential candidate U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris.

Overview

  • Trump's sentencing is currently scheduled for September 18, seven weeks before Election Day.
  • The Manhattan DA's office will not oppose Trump's request to delay sentencing.
  • Trump argues that sentencing before the election would interfere with his campaign.
  • Judge Merchan is expected to rule on the request on September 16.
  • The Supreme Court's recent immunity ruling may impact the case.