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2025-01-07 20:40:03

Trump's Last-Ditch Bid to Halt Sentencing Rejected by Appellate Court

A New York appeals court denies Donald Trump's attempt to delay his upcoming hush money sentencing, set for January 10, as he faces the possibility of becoming the first criminally convicted U.S. president. The court rules that his defense of presidential immunity doesn't apply. read more

2024-12-10 19:20:11

Manhattan Prosecutors Challenge Trump's Attempt to Dismiss Hush-Money Case

Donald Trump attends his trial in New York on 7 December 2023 as prosecutors fight his motion to dismiss his criminal hush-money case, claiming his presidential status does not grant immunity. The trial revolves around payments to Stormy Daniels before the 2016 election. read more

2024-11-22 17:10:11

Trump's Sentencing in Hush Money Trial Postponed Indefinitely

Donald Trump's hush money sentencing has been indefinitely postponed as the judge considers dismissing his conviction, causing delays in the legal process with arguments submitted by December 2. Republicans seek a criminal probe into the judge. read more

2024-11-19 18:50:11

Manhattan Prosecutors Resist Trump's Hush Money Conviction Dismissal Efforts

Manhattan prosecutors are resisting Donald Trump's efforts to dismiss his hush money conviction. They agree to delay the case but emphasize the need for justice and oppose his attempts to sidestep the conviction, potentially impacting his future presidency. read more

2024-08-15 17:20:09

Trump Seeks Delay in Sentencing for Hush-Money Case Appeal

Donald Trump asks for sentencing delay in hush-money trial until after election, citing potential election interference. His lawyer argues for more time to consider next steps and disputes judge's ruling on immunity grounds. read more

2024-08-15 16:20:04

Trump Requests Delay in Hush Money Sentencing Until After Election

Donald Trump is requesting the postponement of his hush money trial sentencing until after the November election, citing concerns of election interference. His legal team argues delaying the sentencing would address integrity issues. They also failed to have the judge removed due to alleged conflicts of interest. read more

2024-08-14 14:30:10

Trump's third attempt to replace judge overseeing hush money trial

Donald Trump's attempt to remove Judge Juan Merchan from his hush money trial due to alleged conflict of interest was rejected for the third time. The judge denied Trump's claims, stating that recusal was unnecessary. read more

2024-08-01 16:50:04

Court Rejects Trump's Bid to Lift Gag Order in Case

Donald Trump loses his attempt to lift a gag order in his hush money trial in New York as appeals court judges affirm the need to protect prosecutors and court staff from threats and harassment until sentencing. read more

2024-07-11 15:40:10

Donald Trump's sentencing for criminal charges in his hush money trial was delayed to September 18 after his attorneys argued for a delay following the Supreme Court's immunity ruling for presidents, allowing Trump to focus on campaigning. read more

2024-06-25 21:10:04

Donald Trump's gag order in hush-money trial partially lifted by a New York judge, allowing criticism of Stormy Daniels and Michael Cohen. Trump's campaign team argues against restrictions ahead of the first presidential debate in 2024. read more

2024-06-25 18:50:07

The judge overseeing Trump’s hush money trial has relaxed the gag order, enabling the former president to criticize witnesses and jurors. Protections for court staff and their families remain in place until after Trump’s sentencing. read more

2024-06-11 10:40:08

Donald Trump faces questioning on his mental and physical health by a probation officer before his hush money sentencing on July 11. Trump participated in a virtual interview, with a report to be submitted to Judge Juan Merchan. read more

2024-06-04 15:50:04

US Attorney General Merrick Garland criticizes former President Trump for spreading falsehoods that he orchestrated Trump's hush money trial. Garland labels this as an attack on the judicial process, emphasizing the false claims made by Republicans. read more

2024-06-03 21:50:04

Judge Juan Merchan instructed ex-President Trump to meet with the New York City Department of Probation before his sentencing on July 11 for falsifying business records. A civil servant's interview will guide the judge's decision, potentially influencing Trump's sentence. read more

2024-06-03 07:50:06

Donald Trump expresses difficulty for wife Melania due to his hush money trial conviction, willing to accept home confinement or jail time. Uncertain if the public would approve. Trump vows to appeal before sentencing on July 11. read more

2024-06-02 16:10:10

Donald Trump found guilty in his hush money case with 34 counts, including falsifying records and violating state laws for conspiracy to influence an election. Each count relates to invoices, ledger entries, and checks for reimbursements to Michael Cohen. read more

2024-05-31 15:40:09

Donald Trump is found guilty on all 34 counts in his hush money trial, becoming the first US president to receive a criminal conviction. Social media users celebrate with humorous memes and jokes, trolling Trump for his denial of the charges and reactions. read more

2024-05-31 14:40:13

Donald Trump to speak after criminal conviction in hush money trial, becoming the first convicted US president in history. Facing potential prison time and fines, he claims the trial was rigged by the Biden administration. read more

2024-05-31 10:10:11

Donald Trump could be the first former US president to serve jail time after being found guilty of 34 felony counts in his hush money trial. He faces up to four years in prison but may receive alternative penalties. read more

2024-05-31 07:10:07

Former President Donald Trump was convicted on all counts in a hush money trial, making him the first criminally convicted US president in history. Trump faces prison time and fines, claiming the trial was rigged. read more

2024-05-31 00:20:10

Michael Cohen, Trump's former lawyer, celebrates ex-president's felony conviction in hush money trial with a tweet saying "Guilty On All Counts!." Cohen testified against Trump, linking him to the payments made to Stormy Daniels. read more

2024-05-30 19:40:07

Donald Trump Jr shared a video from inside the courthouse room where his father awaits the verdict in the hush money trial. Trump was seen going through papers and sharing thoughts on his social media platform, Truth Social. read more

2024-05-30 14:40:08

Donald Trump, potentially the first US president to serve prison time, faces a New York hush money trial where he could receive up to four years for 34 felony charges, though jail time is unlikely due to his clean record. read more

2024-05-30 14:20:05

Trump's fate rests with a jury in his New York hush money trial, where a unanimous decision is needed for conviction or acquittal. The trial could end in a hung jury with just one dissenting voice, potentially leading to a mistrial. read more

2024-05-30 12:40:10

The jury deliberates in the historic hush money trial involving Donald Trump outside a Manhattan court. Trump denies allegations of paying $130,000 to Stormy Daniels for silence. Key witnesses' testimonies are being reviewed. Trial coverage live. read more

2024-05-29 21:40:07

Donald Trump and MAGA Republicans react hysterically to hush money trial jury instructions, spreading misinformation and calling it a sham. Trump faces 34 counts in the trial, with jurors needing to be unanimous in their verdict. read more

2024-05-29 16:10:10

Former President Trump falsely accuses the judge in his hush money trial of hindering his legal strategy based on advice from his attorneys. Despite his lawyers' reluctance to use the advice-of-counsel defense, Trump continues to push it. The trial concerns allegations of a hush money scheme to silence Stormy Daniels. read more

2024-05-29 13:10:04

Donald Trump's hush money trial nears its end as jury deliberations are set to begin. Trump faces 34 counts of falsifying business records related to paying off Stormy Daniels. If convicted, punishment will be determined by the judge, likely without prison time. read more

2024-05-29 12:40:08

Donald Trump gives closing statements as the jury prepares to consider the verdict in the hush money trial, with defense lawyer Todd Blanche questioning the credibility of witness Michael Cohen. The trial centers on allegations of concealing a payment to Stormy Daniels. read more

2024-05-29 11:40:05

New York GOP congresswoman Elise Stefanik, a possible Trump running mate, has filed a misconduct complaint against Judge Merchan overseeing Trump's hush money trial, questioning the assignment process. Stefanik alleges bias due to Merchan's Democratic ties. read more

2024-05-29 01:40:11

Manhattan prosecutors accuse Trump of subverting democracy by using hush money scheme to influence the 2016 election, attempting to deceive voters. Prosecutors detail Trump's alleged fraudulent actions to suppress damaging information, implicating him in a conspiracy to manipulate the election. read more

2024-05-28 15:40:04

Tiffany Trump made a rare appearance at Manhattan Criminal Court to support her father, Donald Trump, as his hush money trial nears its end. Other family members, including Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump, and Lara Trump, were also present. read more

2024-05-28 15:20:08

Manhattan prosecutors and defense attorneys have concluded their cases in Donald Trump's hush money trial, with the former president facing 34 counts of falsifying business records. To secure a conviction, prosecutors must prove that Trump falsified records to conceal or commit other crimes. read more

2024-05-28 12:20:04

Donald Trump's hush money trial in New York has featured his outrageous rants outside the courtroom. Despite a gag order, he spread misinformation, criticized the judge, and faced charges related to a hush money payment. read more

2024-05-28 07:40:05

Closing arguments are underway in Donald Trump's hush-money trial, where he is accused of falsifying business records to silence Stormy Daniels during his 2016 campaign. Trump's denial of charges persists amidst the trial, with the case heavily relying on Michael Cohen's testimony. read more

2024-05-27 17:20:04

Former President Trump criticized Judge Juan Merchan ahead of jury deliberations in his hush money trial, claiming bias and calling the trial an election interference tactic. Closing arguments are expected soon, with the jury not needing unanimity on all charges. read more

2024-05-24 16:50:07

In the final phase of the hush money trial involving Donald Trump, The Independent has provided ongoing coverage from the Manhattan courthouse. Reporters answered questions in a Reddit forum, discussing the courtroom atmosphere, key witnesses, and potential trial outcomes. read more

2024-05-23 20:20:10

Donald Trump could be the first US president to be imprisoned if convicted in the hush money trial. The trial involves 34 counts of concealing a payment to Stormy Daniels, potentially resulting in a maximum of four years in prison. read more

2024-05-23 18:50:07

A New York jury will determine Donald Trump's guilt in the hush money trial involving Stormy Daniels. If convicted, he may face fines up to $170,000, decided by Judge Juan Merchan. Trump has already accrued fines for violating the gag order. read more