Former US President Donald Trump’s lawyers are challenging his conviction on charges related to hush money paid to a porn star, arguing that Manhattan prosecutors relied on evidence of his official acts in securing the guilty verdict. The defense team claims that the use of evidence from Trump’s time in office was improper, citing a recent Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity.
Justice Juan Merchan has delayed Trump’s sentencing following the defense’s argument that prosecutors should not have presented evidence of Trump’s official acts during his trial. The Manhattan District Attorney’s office has until July 24 to respond.
Although legal experts believe Trump faces an uphill battle in overturning the conviction, his lawyers are also seeking a pause in another criminal case. In the hush money case, Trump was found guilty of falsifying records to cover up a payment to Stormy Daniels. Despite vowing to appeal, Trump’s sentencing is scheduled for September, just weeks before the election.
Overall, the outcome of Trump’s legal battles remains uncertain as the courts navigate the complex legal issues surrounding his presidency and actions.