On Thursday, following the ruling by the US Supreme Court that the president-elect can be sentenced in his New York hush money case, Donald Trump made remarks expressing his discontent with the decision. Trump criticized Judge Juan Merchan, stating that the judge should not have been on the case and referred to the ruling as a 'disgrace'.
Despite his dissatisfaction with the decision, Trump mentioned that he would appeal the ruling for psychological reasons. He acknowledged that upon reading the court's opinion, he found it to be fair. Trump also indicated that he viewed the ruling as an opportunity to address the bigger issue at hand through the appeal process.
During his statement to reporters at Mar-a-Lago, Trump emphasized that he respected the court's opinion and believed that the ruling could work out in his favor in the long run. He highlighted that the invitation for appeal presented an opportunity to address the broader issues surrounding the case.
Trump's comments suggested that he remained optimistic about the outcome of the legal proceedings despite his criticism of the judge and the ruling. He expressed confidence that the appeal process would lead to a favorable resolution for his side.
As the legal battle continues, the public awaits further developments in the case and the potential implications of the appeal on the president-elect's legal situation. The ruling by the US Supreme Court has set the stage for a significant legal showdown that could have far-reaching consequences.
