Staff Reports
President-elect Donald Trump appears to have thwarted the legal ambitions of Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, who desperately tried to keep the case against Trump alive. Initially set to face sentencing for a dubious criminal conviction in New York, Trump’s impending return to the White House has thrown Bragg’s plans into a tailspin. Instead of sentencing this month, Bragg has suggested that any legal proceedings be postponed until at least 2029, effectively kicking the can down the road and heralding another win for Trump.
The left-leaning media may be wringing their hands in despair, but Trump’s legal team is celebrating. To them, this is not simply a delay; it’s a euphoric “major victory.” Bragg’s concession to pause the case brings with it the implication that the much-ballyhooed allegations against Trump are fizzling. Even Bragg, amidst his legal gymnastics, has admitted that Trump’s return to the presidency complicates matters and may provide grounds for delaying any potential punishment until after his term.
"So even though Justice Merchan delayed this by just a week or so, in my view, this is an indefinite delay. There will be no sentencing until after 2029 when [Donald Trump] leaves office."
— Judge Andrew Napolitano@Judgenap @EmmaRechenberg @ShaunKraisman pic.twitter.com/eCKhkEIgvB
— NEWSMAX (@NEWSMAX) November 12, 2024
While Bragg remains adamant that Trump should be punished for supposedly falsifying business records, he also recognizes the awkwardness of pursuing a sitting president. Without any realization of how ridiculous this looks, Bragg’s suggestion to let the dust settle until Trump’s official capacity wanes indicates a lack of confidence in his own case. The attorney even inferred that the court should consider various options instead of outright dismissal. But what he essentially hinted at is a clear acknowledgment: his case against Trump is struggling for relevance.
Meanwhile, the timeline for Trump’s legal woes has seen more changes than an indecisive diner at a five-star restaurant. Originally set for sentencing in July, the timeline has been pushed back repeatedly. And now, it seems a preferred “wait-and-see” strategy is on the table, effectively sidelining one of Trump’s most vocal critics. In contrast, many observers are pointing out that this is simply a delay, leading to speculation over whether Bragg’s dance around the legal statutes is an indication of desperation.
Unsurprisingly, Trump’s team is not letting this moment pass without a hearty laugh. An unnamed official described Bragg’s request as an admission that the prosecution’s chances are dwindling, while others labeled the proposed delay as a ploy to save face. Such sentiments make it clear that regardless of what happens next, Bragg’s antics are being tossed into the sarcasm heap, with many already claiming that this entire charade is on a one-way ticket to oblivion.
Ultimately, with the legal shackles seemingly falling away for Trump, the narrative has shifted from courtroom defiance to proclamations of victory. As Trump’s spokesperson emphasized, Bragg’s capitulation signifies a monumental win, not just for Trump, but for everyone who voted for him. While the legal battles may not be completely behind Trump, the latest developments suggest that Bragg’s attempts are crashing and burning faster than one could say “witch hunt.”
