US President-elect Donald Trump has condemned the decision to set a sentencing date in his hush money trial before his January 20 inauguration, calling it an “illegitimate political attack.”
Trump, 78, faces sentencing on January 10 after being convicted by a New York jury.
Despite potentially facing up to four years in prison, legal experts do not expect Judge Juan Merchan to impose a jail term.
In a statement on his Truth Social page, Trump described the sentencing as a “Rigged Charade.”
This development comes after Judge Merchan upheld Trump’s conviction and set the sentencing date.
Trump’s sentencing is related to his role in a hush money scandal involving adult film actress Stormy Daniels.
The case has garnered significant attention, with many speculating about the potential consequences for Trump’s presidency.
