Former US President Donald Trump has received a delay in his sentencing for felony charges related to hush money payments until at least September. This decision came after the US Supreme Court ruled that presidents have broad criminal immunity for their official acts. Trump’s legal team requested the delay to build a case against his conviction, citing the Supreme Court ruling. Prosecutors agreed to the delay but maintained that Trump’s argument was without merit.
The delay in sentencing could have political implications, as it falls just before the November 8 elections. The Supreme Court ruling could affect Trump in his upcoming trials related to efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. The ruling gives presidents immunity for acts within their core constitutional powers but allows prosecution for acts outside those powers. Critics of the ruling, including Justice Sonia Sotomayor, warn of potential misuse of presidential power.
Meanwhile, President Joe Biden’s campaign has faced criticism after a poor debate performance against Trump. A poll showed some Democrats think Biden should end his re-election bid, but no prominent Democrat would fare better against Trump in a hypothetical matchup. Biden is working to reassure Democratic governors and will give his first post-debate interview and hold a news conference soon. Despite the challenges, Biden has reiterated his intention to remain in the race.
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