Trump to be sentenced over hush money case but judge signals no jail time

In a significant legal development, a judge has scheduled Donald Trump’s sentencing in the hush-money case for January 10, just days before his planned inauguration as president. The case stems from allegations tied to a payment to adult-film star Stormy Daniels during the 2016 election.

Justice Juan Merchan of New York has indicated that Trump, convicted on 34 counts of falsifying business records, will receive an “unconditional discharge” rather than prison time, probation, or a fine. Trump can attend the sentencing either in person or virtually.


The president-elect, however, has criticized the proceedings. On social media, he dismissed the judge’s order as a “rigged charade” and an “illegitimate political attack,” while maintaining his innocence and calling the case an effort to undermine his presidential campaign.

The charges relate to a $130,000 payment to Daniels, facilitated by Trump’s former lawyer, Michael Cohen, to prevent her from discussing an alleged affair. Trump has denied the affair and pleaded not guilty, framing the case as politically motivated. His legal team argued unsuccessfully for dismissal, citing potential disruption to his presidency.

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