Trump asks federal court to delay sentencing in his New York hush money case
Former President Donald Trump has requested a federal court in New York to delay his sentencing in the hush money case involving payments made to two women during his 2016 presidential campaign. Trump’s lawyers filed a motion on Friday asking for a postponement of the sentencing, which is currently scheduled for November 3rd.
The hush money case stems from payments made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels and former Playboy model Karen McDougal to keep quiet about alleged affairs they had with Trump. The payments were made by Trump’s former lawyer, Michael Cohen, who pleaded guilty to campaign finance violations in 2018.
In their motion, Trump’s lawyers argued that a delay in the sentencing is necessary because of ongoing investigations by the Manhattan District Attorney’s office and the New York State Attorney General’s office. The investigations are looking into Trump’s business dealings and potential tax fraud, among other issues.
The lawyers also cited the complexity of the case and the large amount of evidence that needs to be reviewed before sentencing can take place. They requested that the court delay the sentencing until at least January 7th, 2022.
Trump’s legal team has been fighting to dismiss the hush money case, arguing that the payments were made for personal reasons and not to influence the election. However, the courts have rejected these arguments, and Trump was charged with two counts of campaign finance violations in 2018.
The delay in sentencing could have significant implications for Trump, as a conviction in the hush money case could impact his political future and potential legal troubles. It remains to be seen how the federal court will respond to Trump’s request for a postponement.
Overall, the hush money case continues to be a legal thorn in Trump’s side, and the delay in sentencing only adds to the uncertainty surrounding his legal troubles. As the investigations into his business dealings and other potential crimes continue, Trump’s legal team is working to navigate the complex legal landscape and protect their client’s interests.
