Trump had argued that the sentencing would interfere with his duties as president-elect.

He has claimed that presidential immunity extends to his time as president-elect, but Merchan rejected that argument.

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Trump nominated Kavanaugh, Barrett and Gorsuch to the court during his first term.

In a Truth Social post, Trump reacted to the latest ruling.

Donald Trump watches as Kamala Harris speaks to former President Barack Obama at President Jimmy Carter’s funeral on January 9, 2025 in Washington, D.C.