New York prosecutors have countered President-elect Donald Trump's assertion that a sentencing in the hush money case could disrupt the transfer of power to the presidency this month. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg emphasized the importance of proceeding with the sentencing, stating that there is a significant public interest in doing so. Bragg highlighted that Trump has not provided substantial evidence to support his argument that his duties as President-elect would prevent him from attending a sentencing that is expected to last no more than an hour.
In an emergency appeal filed on Wednesday, Trump expressed concerns that the sentencing, scheduled for Friday, would be particularly demanding. With his inauguration set for January 20, Trump's legal team argued that he is currently focused on critical tasks related to assuming executive power, which are crucial for national security and the country's vital interests.
The US Supreme Court is reviewing Trump's request to postpone his sentencing in the hush money case and is anticipated to deliver a decision imminently, possibly as early as Thursday.
