Trump pushes to move hush-money appeal to federal court
Summary
Donald Trump's lawyers want to move his appeal on a felony conviction in New York to federal court. They argue it involves his actions as president, but the state disagrees, saying the request is too late. The judges will decide later.Key Facts
- Trump was convicted of falsifying business records related to a payment to Stormy Daniels.
- His lawyers want the appeal moved to federal court, claiming it involves his presidential actions.
- The Manhattan District Attorney argues the request is too late and unrelated to official duties.
- Trump was sentenced before taking office, with no fines or jail time, but the conviction remains.
- The 2nd US Circuit Court of Appeals is reviewing whether the case can be moved.
- The US Supreme Court recently granted immunity for official acts to the president.
- Judges at the hearing remarked the case is unusual and will provide a decision later.
- Trump's initial request to move the case to federal court was denied last year.
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