Legal Maneuvering: Trump's Conviction in Limbo Pending Ruling

A New York judge has postponed a ruling on whether to overturn Donald Trump's conviction related to a hush money payment, following his lawyers' request for a case dismissal based on a Supreme Court decision on presidential immunity. The legal question pertains to reimbursing payments during his presidency.

A New York judge postponed judgment on overturning Donald Trump's conviction in a hush money case. Trump's legal team requested a freeze and dismissal of the case, citing a Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity, to allow Trump to govern effectively.

Judge Juan M Merchan, initially set to rule on the matter, delayed his decision until November 19. This comes after Trump's lawyer, Emil Bove, argued for a delay, suggesting that proceeding with the case could impede Trump's role as President.

Trump's conviction involved falsifying business records linked to a payment to Stormy Daniels. While Trump denies wrongdoing, the Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity has raised questions about the jury's evidence, sparking ongoing legal disputes.

(With inputs from agencies.)