In a surprising turn of events, reports have emerged confirming that Donald Trump, the newly elected president, is set to face sentencing in the notable hush money case involving Stormy Daniels. This pivotal event is scheduled mere days before his inauguration as the country’s leader.
The announcement came from Justice Juan Merchan, who made it known that Trump will receive his sentencing on January 10. This occurs after his attempt to have the case dismissed was unsuccessful. It’s an unprecedented situation for a president-elect to navigate a judiciary verdict so close to taking office.
The sentencing will unfold in New York, accommodating either an in-person or virtual presence. The announcement has certainly set off waves and sparked wide public interest when Trump’s motion to have the lawsuit and the guilty verdict against him dismissed was rejected.
Further insights into the matter suggest it is highly improbable that Trump will face any jail time. The judge aims to issue an ‘unconditional discharge,’ implying that no fines or probation are on the horizon. Previously, Trump was looking at the possibility of a four-year imprisonment, but that scenario is now off the table.
Justice Merchan has indicated that the best course of action is to bring the matter to a resolution while allowing Trump the opportunity to pursue his appeal. In May, a jury found Trump guilty of 34 counts related to the falsification of business records. This act was to obscure a significant $130,000 payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels, intended to suppress details of their alleged affair in the run-up to the 2016 presidential election, reportedly occurring 18 years prior.