Manhattan Prosecutors Agree to Delay Trump's Sentencing Amid Legal Controversy

Manhattan prosecutors have agreed to a two-week delay in Donald Trump's sentencing in his hush money trial. The delay comes as Trump seeks to overturn the conviction following a Supreme Court ruling that grants broad immunity protections to presidents. The decision could impact his status as the presumptive GOP nominee.

In a noteworthy development, Manhattan prosecutors announced Tuesday their non-opposition to Donald Trump's request for a sentencing delay in his hush money trial. This move follows a Supreme Court ruling granting expansive immunity protections to presidents, which Trump aims to leverage to overturn his conviction.

Prosecutors, representing Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's office, have formally communicated their openness to a two-week postponement, pushing the sentencing date beyond the initially scheduled July 11. This delay allows them to respond to Trump's legal motions.

The prosecutors, though convinced of the case's merit, stated, "Although we do believe the case to be without merit, we do not oppose his request" for a delay, pending a resolution of the motion. The legal maneuvering coincides with the forthcoming Republican National Convention, adding uncertainty to Trump's potential nomination amid pending sentencing.

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