Trump wants sentencing in hush money case delayed

Trump wants sentencing in hush money case delayed

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Attorneys for Donald Trump have requested a delay in his sentencing for hush money payments. The sentencing was scheduled for Friday, but Trump's legal team is appealing a ruling that upheld his conviction on 34 felony counts. They argue that the appeal should automatically pause the sentencing process.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did Donald Trump's attorneys take regarding his sentencing?

They requested a delay in the trial.

They sought a reduction in charges.

They asked for a change of judge.

They filed for a mistrial.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When was Trump's sentencing originally scheduled?

Next Thursday

Next Monday

This Friday

Last Wednesday

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the basis of Trump's conviction?

Tax evasion

Election interference

Obstruction of justice

Hush money payments

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the recipient of the hush money payments?

A journalist

A political rival

A business partner

An adult film star

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do Trump's lawyers argue should happen due to the appeal?

The charges should be dropped.

The sentencing should be expedited.

The sentencing should be automatically paused.

The trial should be moved to another state.