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Trump seeks to set aside New York hush money verdict hours after Supreme Court ruling
Associated Press ^ | 7/1/2024 | Michael R. Sisak and Jake Offenhartz

Posted on 07/01/2024 6:10:08 PM PDT by usafa92

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Merchan will most likely take a dump on this, but Trump’s lawyers are arguing that parts of their defense rested on actions Trump took that were now deemed to be protected by immunity and thus were prejudicial to the berdict. Assuming Merchan denies this motion, this may be the vehicle to get in front of the Supreme Court rather quickly.
1 posted on 07/01/2024 6:10:08 PM PDT by usafa92
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To: usafa92

Trump is busy taking action, while Briben is taking a dump.


2 posted on 07/01/2024 6:19:38 PM PDT by Huskrrrr (Alinsky, you magnificent Bastard, I read your book!)
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To: usafa92

If Merchan doesn’t throw out the verdict, it means he’s going to do what Mike Davis told Jack Posobiec...... give Trump a multi-year prison sentence.


3 posted on 07/01/2024 6:22:11 PM PDT by Macho MAGA Man (The last two wen't balloons. One was a cylindrical objects Trump is being given the Alex Jones tr)
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We have a system called Impeachment to deal with "high crimes and misdemeanors" while in office. The Senate did not vote to remove him after either impeachment.

Why do any of these court cases exist?

4 posted on 07/01/2024 6:29:11 PM PDT by Sacajaweau
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To: usafa92

Let’s Roll!

Trump Team on it making swift moves!

We Have Trump moving forward as Dems look for revenge on SCOTUS Ruling today!


5 posted on 07/01/2024 6:29:35 PM PDT by djstex ( (All I Have to Say... President Trump was right about everything!))
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To: usafa92

SCOTUS is in recess until October.


6 posted on 07/01/2024 6:33:16 PM PDT by Shady (The Force of Liberty must prevail for the sake of our Children and Grandchildren...)
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To: usafa92

Nope, not gonna happen. His conviction was a result of pre-presidential inauguration. They’re gonna lock up Trump for 5-10 years.


7 posted on 07/01/2024 6:34:36 PM PDT by DownInFlames (P)
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Impeachment isn’t designed to do that. Congress isn’t a criminal court, and Treason, Bribery, or other high Crimes and Misdemeanors should be dealt with like any other situation in court. Then after a conviction, Impeachment would handle the removal of a president, vice president, or civil officer. Impeachment without a criminal conviction is a mere political act at best.


8 posted on 07/01/2024 6:46:29 PM PDT by Theoria
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Given today’s SCOTUS decision and the fact that DJT has a good lead over The Big Guy in the polls there can be no doubt that this wetback judge will sentence him to something much harsher than probation. *Anything* to prevent DJT winning in November.


9 posted on 07/01/2024 6:46:56 PM PDT by Gay State Conservative (Never Trust A Man Whose Uncle Was Eaten By Cannibals)
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To: Shady

Emergency appeals can be heard by SCOTUS at any time.


10 posted on 07/01/2024 6:49:08 PM PDT by CA Conservative (Free at last, free at last, thank God Almighty, I am free at last)
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It’s easy to imagine the Federal courts granting an emergency appeal if that were to happen.


11 posted on 07/01/2024 6:49:31 PM PDT by Gay State Conservative (Never Trust A Man Whose Uncle Was Eaten By Cannibals)
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To: CA Conservative

Beat me by about 20 seconds.


12 posted on 07/01/2024 6:50:26 PM PDT by Gay State Conservative (Never Trust A Man Whose Uncle Was Eaten By Cannibals)
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To: Shady

Not for emergency appeals.


13 posted on 07/01/2024 7:28:48 PM PDT by DesertRhino (2016 Star Wars, 2020 The Empire Strikes Back, 2024... RETURN OF THE JEDI. )
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To: DownInFlames

I don’t think so.
The backfire would be
huge. They’re going to be
content with a hefty
fine and a felony
conviction.
Nobody in their right mind
would elect a felon into
office is their intended
message.


14 posted on 07/01/2024 9:01:36 PM PDT by Lean-Right (Eat More Moose)
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arising from what prosecutors said was an attempt to cover up a hush money payment just before the 2016 presidential election.

He attempted to cover up a hush money payment just before the 2016 presidential election. But the first payment was made in February 2017, after he was sworn in as president.

15 posted on 07/01/2024 9:31:45 PM PDT by 17th Miss Regt ( )
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It would remind voters how corrupt democrats are and guarantee Trump’s election.


16 posted on 07/01/2024 9:50:10 PM PDT by virgil (The evil that men do lives after them )
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To: Theoria

You’re off on la-La land. Of course impeachment is the way to handle it. I don’t know how old you are, but you must be aware that Presidents do many iffy things. Not just Trump. Presidents are typically not held legally accountable because of the s-storm guilty verdicts would cause in the country. For example, if Obama were found guilty of murdering that American with a missile, his supporters would burn the country down. It’s a bit of a wink and nod, but presidents are above the law… that’s how much power they have. Just be thankful they are only in office for 8 years. Impeachment is therefore the only reasonable option.

If this law date is allowed to continue, the country could be spun into chaos. It had to be stopped. If Biden, we’re truly a wise politician, he would be speaking out this lawfare, take the high road. But, he’s not wise. Either are the Dems.


17 posted on 07/02/2024 12:46:46 AM PDT by Mustangman
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To: usafa92

I’m afraid Merchan might double down on Trump’s sentence in retaliation for the debate fiasco and the USSC decision.


18 posted on 07/02/2024 12:52:47 AM PDT by Trump_Triumphant ("They recognized Him in the breaking of the Bread”)
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To: Theoria

WHo are you? Impeachment IS a polical act ON PURPOSE by design. After removal from office any legal action can then be taken, or not.


19 posted on 07/02/2024 1:00:17 AM PDT by central_va (I won't be reconstructed and I do not give a damn...)
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To: 17th Miss Regt

An NDA is not some sinister “hush money” deal. LOL....


20 posted on 07/02/2024 1:01:41 AM PDT by central_va (I won't be reconstructed and I do not give a damn...)
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