Debate Over Presidential Immunity in Trump's Legal Battle

Prosecutors suggest a non-incarceration sentence for Donald Trump after his election victory, regarding the hush money case. They request the case not be dismissed as it could impede his governance. Trump's team argues for dismissal, citing immunity, while prosecutors emphasize the unofficial nature of the case.

In a significant legal development, prosecutors have proposed that former President Donald Trump be spared prison time following his conviction in a hush money case, given his recent election victory. They emphasize that dismissing the case might not be necessary, suggesting instead that a non-incarceration sentence could mitigate its political repercussions.

Trump's legal team has pushed for the dismissal of the case, which stems from allegations of falsifying business records in connection with payments to Stormy Daniels. They argue that presidential immunity should negate the case. However, prosecutors maintain that presidential immunity only covers official actions, not unofficial conduct like the one in question.

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's office contends that maintaining the conviction is crucial to upholding public confidence in the justice system. Meanwhile, the legal proceedings have been delayed to potentially allow Trump to complete his term in office without interference, with a new ruling on the dismissal expected soon.

(With inputs from agencies.)