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An appellate judge in New York has firmly denied former President Donald Trump’s late request to delay the imminent trial concerning the alleged “hush money” payment to adult film actress Stormy Daniels. This decision is a pivotal moment in the widely followed legal saga, emphasizing the court’s determination to proceed with the trial scheduled to commence on April 15.
Trump’s legal team attempted a last-minute effort to postpone the trial, citing concerns about the trial’s location and a gag order restricting public statements on the case.
A New York appeals judge has rejected Donald Trump’s request to delay his trial on criminal charges related to hush money paid to Stormy Daniels, set for April 15, as Trump appeals a gag order in the case.
— Reuters (@Reuters) April 9, 2024
Trump specifically asked for a change in venue and relief from the gag order limiting his public comments about the case, including remarks about the judge’s daughter, who works for a Democratic-aligned consulting firm. These requests were not addressed in the appellate judge’s ruling, leaving Trump to confront the broader implications of the gag order, which is under review on Tuesday.
The sealed lawsuit filed by Trump against Judge Juan Merchan is the latest in a series of attempts by the former president to delay the trial. The case centers around a $130,000 payment to Daniels to reportedly silence her about an alleged affair with Trump before the 2016 presidential campaign—a claim Trump vigorously denies.
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As the trial date approaches, Judge Merchan has outlined jury selection procedures in a letter, indicating the court’s readiness to proceed with the trial. This development adds complexity to the legal hurdles facing Trump, who has consistently challenged the accusations and sought various means to delay the proceedings.
The decision not to postpone the trial highlights the judiciary’s commitment to uphold due process, despite the attention on the case and the defendant involved. The trial is expected to attract significant media interest as it unfolds, reflecting ongoing public curiosity in the legal controversies involving the former president.
With the trial on the horizon, the outcome of this legal clash could have extensive consequences, not only for Trump but also for the broader political arena. All eyes will be on the New York courtroom as this crucial chapter in Trump’s post-presidential journey evolves.
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