Judge Declines To Delay Roger Stone's Sentencing

Stone's defense team filed for a new trial, claiming juror bias. Judge Jackson denied delaying sentencing but will delay its effect until a decision on the new trial is made. Stone, a Trump associate, was convicted of multiple charges. Prosecutors recommended 7-9 years, but the Justice Department suggested a lighter sentence. Stone's sentencing is set for Thursday.

What was the reason Stone's defense team filed a motion for a new trial?

• They claimed the trial was too short.

• They wanted more time to gather evidence.

• They argued one of the jurors was biased.

• They believed the judge was biased.

What was Judge Amy Berman Jackson's response to the request to delay Stone's sentencing?

• She postponed the trial instead.

• She declined the request to delay the sentencing.

• She recused herself from the case.

• She agreed to delay the sentencing indefinitely.

What charges was Stone convicted of in relation to the 2016 election?

• Cybercrime and hacking

• Money laundering and bribery

• Lying to Congress, witness tampering, and obstructing an investigation

• Tax evasion and fraud

What was the original sentencing recommendation for Stone by federal prosecutors?

• Life imprisonment

• Between 10 and 12 years in prison

• Between 7 and 9 years in prison

• Between 5 and 7 years in prison

How did the Justice Department respond to the original sentencing recommendation for Stone?

• They submitted a new filing for a more lenient punishment.

• They agreed with the recommendation.

• They decided not to intervene.

• They recommended a harsher punishment.