In a recent turn of events, an appellate judge in New York has decisively rejected former President Donald Trump's last-minute request to delay the upcoming trial concerning the alleged "hush money" payment to adult film actress Stormy Daniels. This decision marks a significant moment in the legal saga that has captured national attention, underscoring the judiciary's firm stance on proceeding with the trial set to begin on April 15.
Trump's legal team had launched an eleventh-hour bid to push back the trial date, citing concerns over the trial's venue and a gag order that restricts public commentary on the case.
BREAKING: A New York state appeals judge denied Donald Trump's bid to delay his April 15 trial on criminal charges stemming from hush money paid to Stormy Daniels while the former US president appeals a gag order in the case https://t.co/qkUXQnXUxo pic.twitter.com/XH1LYbyWEo
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Specifically, Trump sought a change of venue and requested relief from a gag order that limits his ability to speak publicly about the case, including comments on the judge’s daughter, who is employed by a Democrat-aligned consulting firm. However, the appellate judge's ruling did not address these requests, leaving Trump to face the broader implications of the gag order, which is slated for review on Tuesday.
The lawsuit filed by Trump against Judge Juan Merchan, which remains under seal, represents the latest in a series of attempts by the former president to delay the trial. The case at the heart of this legal battle revolves around a $130,000 payment made to Daniels, allegedly to prevent her from disclosing details of an extramarital encounter with Trump prior to the 2016 presidential campaign—a claim Trump has vehemently denied.
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As the trial date looms, Judge Merchan has issued a letter outlining the procedures for conducting jury selection, indicating the court's readiness to move forward with the trial. This development adds another layer to the complex legal challenges facing Trump, who has consistently contested the allegations and sought various avenues to delay the proceedings.
The refusal to delay the trial underscores the judiciary's commitment to upholding the legal process, despite the high-profile nature of the case and the defendant involved. As the trial progresses, it will undoubtedly continue to garner significant media attention, reflecting the ongoing public interest in the legal controversies surrounding the former president.
As Trump prepares to face the trial, the outcome of this legal battle could have far-reaching implications, not only for the former president but also for the broader political landscape. With the trial set to begin shortly, all eyes will be on the New York courtroom as this pivotal chapter in Trump's post-presidency unfolds.
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Stormy Daniels is a fool!
President Trump did so well for our country when he was in office! These paid politicians and judges are just hurting themselves.
Stormy Daniel’s is a hoax. She is democratic & after money!!! She lied to make herself look important & has then put up to this through the Democrats. Go to hell Democrats!
I think it’s all fake charges statute of. Limitations ran out
Yes, you can always believe a porn star/prostitute when it comes to matters of money for sex as they have the experience that no one else has and are known to always tell the truth.
Americans are tired of the legal abuse and politics concerning all these repeat charges at election cycle. It is too obvious and doesn’t represent Americans laws or justice.
“The bartender was a fading beauty, all full of rag water bitters and blue ruin…”
“…a spent piece of Hollywood jet trash…”
Tom Waits really hs a way with words.
Four contrived cases by the Dems are transparently election interference. From a woman who copied a TV plot to this unstable soul’s strange claims, one thing is for certain – it is impossible for Trump to get a fair trial in NYC with a judge with deep political ties to his opponent . As rotten as it gets. Interesting Tara Teade is rebuffed, JB’s crimes with documents, criminal policies in Afghanistan, and millions of bro we from the Chinese and others are not pursued at all. We are not fooled.
I think it’d a waste of time and money it’s between the 2 partners period
This is another pathetic mess!! This person S.D. has NO morals, NO class and NO soul. It shows in her face and whole demeanor. Do these people not understand that if you mess with God’s child HE will always win in the end. They should have a very serious talk with their maker instead of always looking for free money and fame.!! That’s about it!!
As for “The Donald”, President Donald J. Trump……Best Pres. on planet earth!! 2024
You people are evil!! This life is short…..eternity is a looooooong time. Have that talk!!
A complete and absolute con job; bold and brazen election interference. A travesty for this country and a disgrace that it’s gone this far. Eregon, Merchan, Bragg, James, Willis and Smith are all going to hang themselves for being involved in these shenanigans.
How many times does this case with Stormy happen for the same thing, is it not double jeopardy for going through the courts again! Stormy was already paid and admitted affair happened a few years back!
I thought this was investigated and found to be without merit. Talk about beating a dead horse.
Another witch hunt to try and keep Donald Trump from becoming our next President. So disgusting. Our country is in such a shambles right now.
How can you say these prosecutions are politically motivated, when this man is guilty of every one of the crimes he is to be on trial for, with one that even was before a jury and found guilty of the crime. January 6th was not a peaceful display of the “will of the people” ~ it was an insult in all of our country’s values and the Constitution and the ones that have been convicted and jailed for their actions are not “hostages” – they are convicted criminals.
Trump is declining in mental illness and has a strong cult following ~ this man needs to be stopped and convicted of the numerous crimes he has commited and will continue to commit, until he is placed in prison, where he belongs!
the president of usa can not be above the law, only because have great resources and can afford to have many best lawyers to fight the case. maybe if he start to pay taxes like we all do , he will not have that much money to afford that many lawyers.
She got paid off once so why does she get a second bite from the same apple? Doesn’t make sense to me!
He is not above the law he needs to stand trail just like anyone else and if found guilty lock him up.