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Trump Hush Money Case Delayed

Judge delays ruling in Trump's hush money case due to election win, raising questions about presidential immunity and ongoing legal battles.

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Donald TrumpTodd BlancheJuan M. MerchanMatthew ColangeloEmil Bove

What is the central issue in Donald Trump's hush money case?: The case revolves around a $130,000 payment made to Stormy Daniels to buy her silence about an alleged affair with Trump. Trump was convicted of falsifying business records related to this payment.
What other legal challenges does Donald Trump currently face?: Trump faces multiple other indictments, including those related to election interference and classified documents. The Justice Department is evaluating how to handle these cases given Trump's election.
How did the Supreme Court's ruling on presidential immunity impact the proceedings?: The Supreme Court's ruling on presidential immunity from prosecution influenced the judge's decision to delay the ruling. This ruling stated that ex-presidents cannot be prosecuted for actions taken while in office.
What was the key ruling postponed by Judge Merchan and when will it be reconsidered?: Judge Juan Merchan postponed a key ruling in Donald Trump's hush money case until at least November 19th, allowing prosecutors time to consider the implications of Trump's recent election win.
What are the main arguments of Trump's lawyers and the prosecutors regarding the case?: Trump's lawyers argue that dismissing the case is necessary to avoid impeding his ability to govern. Prosecutors contend that the evidence related to Trump's presidency was only a small part of their case.

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