Five-judge panel rules that Juan Merchan was correct to extend parts of gag order until Trump is sentenced
A New York appeals court on Thursday denied Donald Trump’s bid to end a gag order in his hush-money criminal case, rejecting the Republican president’s argument that his May conviction “constitutes a change in circumstances” that warrants lifting the restrictions.
A five-judge panel in the state’s mid-level appellate court ruled that the trial judge, Juan Merchan, was correct in extending parts of the gag order until Trump is sentenced, writing that “the fair administration of justice necessarily includes sentencing”. Merchan imposed the gag order in March, a few weeks before the trial started, after prosecutors raised concerns about Trump’s habit of attacking people involved in his cases. During the trial, he held Trump in contempt of court and fined him $10,000 for violations, and threatened to jail him if he did it again.
The judge lifted some restrictions in June, freeing Trump to comment about witnesses and jurors but keeping trial prosecutors, court staffers and their families – including his own daughter – off limits until he is sentenced.Stay up to date on all of Donald Trump’s trials. Guardian staff will send weekly updates each Wednesday – as well as bonus editions on major trial days.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
New York prosecutors urge judge to uphold Trump hush-money convictionProsecutors ask judge to reject Trump appeal against conviction; Harris boosts enthusiasm among progressive voters, survey says
Read more »
New York prosecutors say evidence in Trump trial was 'overwhelming' and conviction should standManhattan prosecutors said there is no basis to overturn Donald Trump&x27;s conviction in the hush money case after the Supreme Court&x27;s ruling on presidential immunity.
Read more »
What is on the immediate to-do list for five key new cabinet ministers?Labour spelled out the need to hit the ground running and the government’s top team face some urgent challenges• General election 2024 – live
Read more »
New report shows 400,000 Australian set to become millionaires over the next five years7NEWS brings you the latest local news from Australia and around the world. Stay up to date with all of the breaking sport, politics, entertainment, finance, weather and business headlines. Today's news, live updates & all the latest breaking stories from 7NEWS.
Read more »
New music festival with international artists canned five days after tickets went liveJorja Smith, J Hus and Headie One were just some of the big names set to headline at the Perth event.
Read more »
Meet the future of The Age as we welcome five talented new traineesEditor Patrick Elligett says the group are potential stars of the future.
Read more »