The Manhattan District Attorney’s office is pushing back against President-elect Donald Trump’s request to delay his sentencing for his hush money conviction. In a filing to Judge Juan Merchan, prosecutors argue that Trump will not face any harm from concluding the criminal proceedings, especially since the court intends to sentence him to an unconditional discharge. They highlight that Trump had repeatedly requested adjournments, leading to the current schedule.
Trump's attorneys had requested Merchan to stay the sentencing as they appeal the two rulings upholding the conviction. They insist that the sentencing should be postponed until the appeals are resolved, aiming for a dismissal of the case. They sought a response from Merchan by 2 p.m. ET on Monday.
The defense's filing emphasizes the need to suspend all deadlines until Trump's immunity appeals are finalized, suggesting that the case should have never been brought forward. The sentencing hearing, initially set for January 10, 2025, is being contested by Trump's legal team.
