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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Donald Trump has been one of the best presidents ever! I only care about how he leads the United States. If allegations are true, so what! He’s not the first man to engage in this type of behavior and certainly will not be the last. Apparently this situation did not interfere with his service and loyalty to our country. Get over it! He’s still my favorite leader to guide our country back to prosperity.
God bless the United States of America and President Donald Trump!
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It doesn’t matter, President Donald Trump will always be the Greatest President that ever lived in my 78 years and will remain that way. You criminals will pay for this, in Gods Eyes.
Does stormy Daniels and all the crooks in New York and Washigton not belive in God they better wake up, hell is for ever. For God sakes leave President Trump along pryers for him and his family. He is the best president ever you can’t consider Biden a president or have respect for the ones he has running the country, his wife has no respect for him are she would not be letting him make a clown of himself, she only cares about been first lady. Prey for Trump
Let’s all remember how Willie Clinton had multiple scandalous affairs with women. Some against their will. And how the corrupt scummy MSM used to tell us that there was nothing to see and that what Clinton did in his private life was none of our business and that it did not affect his job as President. I understand that there might have been money paid to silence some of these women, but alas, no word from the media.
These rules only apply to Trump, regardless of the criminal activity of the Democrats rulers. Called communism I think.