Trump, in a Victory for Alvin Bragg, Will Be a Convicted Felon Before He Takes Office — but President-Elect Will Likely Be Spared Prison
The ruling comes after months of argument over whether Trump’s victory in November’s election means that the 34 convictions brought in by a New York jury ought to be dismissed.
Judge Juan Merchan’s order setting President Trump’s hush money sentencing for January 10 is a stunning victory for District Attorney Alvin Bragg and a setback for the president-elect, who will take office as a convicted felon — even if he appears likely to avoid prison.
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