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Trump’s Sentencing Hearing
President-elect Donald Trump appeared virtually in a Manhattan courtroom on Friday for his sentencing on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records to conceal a payment to an adult film star.
New York state Judge Juan Merchan said the only lawful sentence that does not encroach on the office of the president is that of an unconditional discharge on all counts.
The Verdict
Trump’s conviction on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records to conceal a payment to an adult film star.
Prosecutors’ Recommendation
Unconditional discharge, citing Trump’s status as president-elect and the potential for any other sentence to interfere with his obligations to the office of the presidency.
Trump’s Response
Trump argued the sentence would interfere with his ability to govern and plans to appeal the verdict.
The Sentence
Trump receives an unconditional discharge, meaning he will not face fines, prison, or any other penalties.
Implications: Trump will remain a felon but faces no jail time, penalties, or probation for his conviction in the hush money case.
Analysis: The sentence cements the fact that Trump will be the first convicted felon to become president.
The Hearing
Prosecutor Joshua Steinglass recommended a sentence of unconditional discharge, citing Trump’s post-verdict actions to undermine the jury’s verdict.
Trump denied wrongdoing, calling the trial a “political witch hunt” and claiming he is innocent.
Reaction: Trump’s lawyers intend to appeal the verdict, while prosecutors argued for minimal sentence to ensure the trial’s finality and respect the jury’s verdict.
Aftermath
Plans to Appeal: Trump’s lawyers plan to appeal the verdict, citing the case’s unique circumstances and the potential for political bias.
Implications for the Presidency: Trump’s conviction and sentencing may complicate his ability to govern and could have implications for his presidency.
Analysis: The sentence brings closure to the case, but the planned appeals could stretch on for years.
Conclusion
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