A New York judge has announced that Donald Trump, president-elect of the United States, will be sentenced on 10 January in his hush-money case. Justice Juan Merchan has indicated that Trump will likely receive an “unconditional discharge” without jail time, probation, or fines. Trump can attend the hearing in person or virtually.
The case revolves around a $130,000 (£105,000) payment made during the 2016 presidential campaign to adult film star Stormy Daniels, allegedly to keep her silent about an affair with Trump. Trump has denied any wrongdoing and maintains his innocence, calling the case a “political attack” on his 2024 presidential campaign.