Summary:
The Supreme Court denied Trump's request to block his sentencing.
The sentencing will proceed on January 10th virtually.
The court cited the ability to address evidentiary issues on appeal and the insubstantial burden on Trump's presidential responsibilities.
Judge Merchan is expected to impose an unconditional discharge, meaning no further punishment.
Trump maintains his innocence and alleges political motivation behind the charges.
Supreme Court Denies Trump's Appeal
The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected former President Trump's emergency petition to delay his sentencing in the New York case. This means the sentencing, scheduled for 9:30 am on January 10th, will proceed as planned. Trump will appear virtually.
<img src="https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2024/06/1200/675/Supreme-Court-2-scaled.jpg?ve=1&tl=1" alt="The U.S. Supreme Court building in Washington, D.C." width="600">Key Arguments and Decisions
The Supreme Court's decision stated that the alleged evidentiary issues from the trial can be addressed on appeal. They also deemed the burden of sentencing on Trump's presidential responsibilities to be "relatively insubstantial" given the judge's intention to impose an unconditional discharge—meaning no further punishment.
<img src="https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2024/08/1200/675/Trump-Bragg.png?ve=1&tl=1" alt="Former President Trump and Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg" width="600">Four justices—Thomas, Alito, Gorsuch, and Kavanaugh—would have granted Trump's request for a stay. The Chief Justice and Justice Barrett sided with the majority.
The Underlying Case
Trump was found guilty of falsifying business records in the first degree, stemming from Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's investigation. He has consistently maintained his innocence and claims the prosecution was politically motivated. Judge Juan Merchan, who will preside over the sentencing, previously stated that he was unlikely to impose any prison time.
<img src="https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2024/05/1200/675/judge-trump.png?ve=1&tl=1" alt="Judge Juan Merchan" width="600">Trump's legal team argued that evidence relating to official presidential acts was erroneously admitted and violated presidential immunity. They believe their appeal will lead to the dismissal of the charges.
What Happens Next?
Trump's sentencing is expected to proceed on January 10th, with an unconditional discharge expected. He will be inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States on January 20th.
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