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Trump’s Hush Money Case Pushed to September Amid Immunity Ruling
A New York judge ruled on Tuesday that Donald Trump’s sentencing for his business fraud conviction will be postponed until September, following a Supreme Court decision on presidential immunity issued on Monday. This delay means that the former president is likely to avoid facing any concrete punishment for his felony conviction over the summer. Meanwhile, Trump’s political prospects have been buoyed by President Joe Biden’s recent debate performance, which has left Democrats questioning whether to consider replacing Biden as their nominee.
Previously scheduled for July 11, Trump’s sentencing date has been pushed to September 18, “if such is still necessary,” according to Judge Juan Merchan. This delay underscores the significant implications of the Supreme Court’s recent ruling, which affirmed that presidents enjoy absolute immunity for their core presidential duties.
Trump was convicted in May on 34 counts of falsifying business records related to hush money payments. His legal team has since filed challenges to the conviction following the Supreme Court’s ruling, arguing that evidence pertaining to Trump’s official acts should not have been admissible during the trial. This argument, they contend, should invalidate the jury’s guilty verdict.
The Supreme Court’s decision has also cast doubt on other pending legal actions against Trump, including charges related to election subversion, handling classified documents, and alleged interference in Georgia’s election process. The ruling effectively complicates the timeline for any trials before the upcoming November election.
In response to these developments, Trump’s attorneys have emphasized the importance of presidential immunity from prosecution for actions considered part of the president’s official duties. They assert that evidence presented during Trump’s trial, such as communications from his time in office and actions taken as president, should not have influenced the jury’s verdict.
The legal maneuvering and implications of these decisions mark a critical juncture in Trump’s legal battles and political future as the legal process unfolds in the coming months.
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Trump Challenges Biden to Unrestricted Debate Ahead of 2024 Presidential Race
Donald Trump, the presumptive Republican nominee for the 2024 presidential election, has raised the stakes by challenging President Joe Biden to an unrestricted debate.
In a detailed message on his Truth Social platform, Trump proposed a “no holds barred” debate to discuss critical issues facing the country.
Trump criticized Biden’s policies on immigration, transgender athletes, electric vehicles, and inflation, arguing that the debate would showcase their competence.
This challenge follows concerns over Biden’s performance in their previous debate, which raised questions about his mental health.
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Ryan Garcia Expelled from WBC for Racist and Disparaging Comments
American boxer Ryan Garcia has been expelled by the World Boxing Council (WBC) after making racist and anti-Muslim remarks on social media.
WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman announced the expulsion, condemning discrimination.
Garcia issued an apology, attributing his comments to trolling. Promoter Oscar De La Hoya condemned Garcia’s words and emphasized the need for genuine change.
Garcia’s recent win over Devin Haney was also overturned due to a failed drug test, resulting in a one-year suspension and fines from the New York State Athletic Commission.
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Police Heightens Alert Levels in Response to an Upcoming Cultism Day Celebration.
The Ekiti State Police Command has issued a ban on unlawful gatherings following reports of a planned celebration by a specific cult group.
According to a statement by Commissioner of Police Akinwale Adeniran, the command emphasized a zero-tolerance policy towards criminal activities within the state.
“It has come to the notice of the Command that a group of criminally-minded individuals, particularly cultists who are members of a particular confraternity, have concluded plans to celebrate cultism on July 7, a day popularly known as 7/7. Information at our disposal indicates that on that day, new members will be inducted, covenants will be renewed, and supremacy battles will occur, usually characterized by violence and bloodshed.
The Command however warns members of secret cults and other criminal organisations in the state to end such illegal and unhealthy celebrations or any actions that could cause unnecessary apprehension or affect the peaceful atmosphere currently being enjoyed in the state.
“The CP has directed all the Area Commanders, Heads of Intelligence and Tactical Units, and the DPOs to be on alert, deploy adequate operatives across their jurisdictions, especially in all identified black spots, and ensure the arrest and prosecution of anyone who undermines this directive as the peace and security of the state can never be traded for any frivolous personal gain.
“Furthermore, the command bans any form of gathering or celebration in all hotels, bars, event or recreation centres, and similar venues across the state on the 7th of July, 2024, except those authorized by the state government or the police authority.”
Parents and guardians are urged to caution their children to obey the law and avoid actions that could lead to disorderly gatherings or assemblies before, during, and after the specified date. The Command, working closely with other security agencies, is prepared to take firm action against any misconduct.
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