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Supreme Court Denies Trump’s Last-Ditch Effort to Delay Sentencing in Hush-Money Case
In a significant ruling, the US Supreme Court has turned down President-elect Donald Trump's final attempt to postpone his sentencing in the criminal hush-money case. The decision, delivered on Thursday evening, was split 5-4 against Trump's request for an automatic stay of his sentencing, slated for Friday. The case stems from Trump's conviction for falsifying records to mask reimbursements for a $130,000 payment made to adult film star Stormy Daniels in 2016, disguised as legal expenses. Justice Juan Merchan, who has been overseeing the case, indicated he would not consider a prison sentence for Trump. Reacting to the Supreme Court's decision, Trump called the case a "disgrace" but acknowledged that the ruling was "a fair decision, actually." Referring to Justice Merchan, Trump commented, "It's a judge that shouldn't have been on the case," and added, "they can have fun with their political opponent." Later, on his Truth Social platform, Trump dismissed the case as "the pathetic, dying remnants of the Witch Hunts against me" and vowed it would not distract him. In a rare alignment, two conservative justices—John Roberts and Amy Coney Barrett—joined the three liberal justices in denying Trump’s request for a delay. The dissenting justices, Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito, Neil Gorsuch, and Brett Kavanaugh, were in favor of granting Trump's petition. The decision comes amid controversy surrounding Justice Alito, who had a phone call with Trump the day before the ruling, during which Alito recommended a former law clerk for a position in Trump's incoming administration. Prior to the Supreme Court's ruling, three lower New York courts had already dismissed Trump's efforts to delay the sentencing. The justices concluded that Trump’s concerns could be addressed during an appeal and that the burden of attending a sentencing was "insubstantial." Trump's legal team also sought to have the Supreme Court consider whether a president-elect is immune from criminal prosecution. However, Manhattan prosecutors countered that there was a "compelling public interest" in holding the sentencing as planned and argued against any intervention. Following Trump's guilty verdict in May 2024, his sentencing was initially scheduled for July. However, Trump’s lawyers managed to secure three postponements from Justice Merchan. Last week, Justice Merchan declared that the sentencing would proceed on January 10, just days before Trump's inauguration. In a flurry of legal maneuvers, Trump’s attorneys filed multiple appeals to delay the sentencing. But New York courts consistently rejected these bids, leading to the final appeal to the Supreme Court on Wednesday. Trump’s legal team argued that a stay was necessary "to prevent grave injustice and harm to the institution of the Presidency and the operations of the federal government," but their plea was ultimately denied. Based on a report by BBC 2024-01-10 -
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Dispute with landlord re moving out/ accused of "breach of lease/contract"
Watthong I downloaded what appears to be the Thai Only Royal Gazette Decree and read the 3 page document regarding businesses (loosely interpret) renting housing to someone. My opinion only is that Yes, you may be in breach of the contract. (Some info refers to renting less than 6 months of a 1 year lease) Decree states (Google Translated)The lessee does not default, owe rent and has a proper reason. My opinion is the "and has a proper reason" is an additional requirement that needs to be meet. I'm still deciphering but Proper Reason was Not defined. The rental agency has a responsibility to advertise and attempt to rent the unit once the notice is received. The consequences for "breach of contract" by tenant should be listed or defined in the current lease agreement. The lease being in Thai Only is probably our responsibility to translate (Google Translate, Google Lens App may help) My advice. Copy and print all emails or messages regarding notice, follow up notice and replies from management Understand the last month after notice is given they can contact you for showing the unit to prospective tenants. Ask them to provide the specific page number, paragraph of the lease agreement they claim you have breached. Ask them to provide the section for consequences of breach of contract that is in the current signed contract. You owe Jan 2025 rent you gave 30 days notice Dec 31, 2024. Advance rent was paid so default or breach for failure to pay rent is not valid. Did you provide a proper reason for canceling the lease? I understand any confusion and difficulties as it took me 45 minutes to find, verify something that would take 5 minutes in US. Seems they need to publish the decree in Word, text, document form that can be easily translated to Lessees language. -
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Dog Fatally Attacks 84 Year Old Owner at Home in Saraburi
Yes indeed, however I still don't understand how a dog on a short chain could have done this. There was a severely mentally disturbed relative living in the same house. Should be, at least, investigated. -
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Thai worker allegedly thrown to death by Cambodia call centre scam gang
Yes that was it , thought they had said Korea when I seen the clip . 👍 -
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British drug dealer arrested after his suspicious behaviour in Phuket
I never appear nervous and suspicious when stopped by police, may be he did not have the Bottle. -
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Healthcare Insurance
That seems a bit high, do you have any deductible? At 71, with an excellent international policy, my premium was 4,800. That is with a $500 deductible, and inpatient only (but including day surgeries and outpatient cancer care/dialysis). -
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Does Trump completely lack decency and compassion?
Such a hypocrite. We all know if Trump was the sitting President you would have blamed him 100%. It’s what you do best. -
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Learning Thai in three months
So how has your thai progressed in the 6 months. Presumably you are now married (congrats if you are) so how did your speech go? Interested to know as a fellow student of thai. -
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Chinese parents searchs for missing daughter amid call centre scam fear
I went to Seoul about 6 or 8 times during the 2008 Olympic visa debacle. China generally wasn't issuing business visas that year, so I did back to back 30 day tourist visas. Got to hobnob with dozens of int'l business guys in the same visa boat, some of whom even owned factories in China. It was a PITA, but certainly not a deal killer. I loved visiting Seoul. Highly recommended, for the shopping, the street food and the history/museums. (Shameless plug). But it gets COLD. And the normal hotels were a little spendy. I even got up to the DMZ and was detained by the military for wandering around where I shouldn't have been. Which turned out to be a fascinating lesson in recent (at the time) North/South relationship. I got a personal tour of the border railway station that, 17 years later still isn't activated. One on one tour by the head of the SK gub'ment's reconciliation committee. The Big Cheese. -
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Inside Trump’s Search for a Health Threat to Justify His Immigration Crackdown
So what? Do you really think that proves anything? One study by an institute with an agenda, in one location, and no analysis of how they got the numbers, what their definitions etc were. I am sure there are other studies that show the opposite. What about crime other than murder, like theft, robbery rape? why are they focusing solely on one crime, because it gives the slant they want? Seriously, posting ONE study just makes you look "unsophisticated" to anyone with any training in data/sampling/statictics etc. Grok: The Cato Institute, adhering to its libertarian principles, generally advocates for more open and liberal immigration policies. Here's a detailed look at their stance: Open Borders: Cato often promotes the idea of significantly reducing restrictions on immigration, arguing that free movement of people can benefit both the immigrants and the host country economically. They advocate for open borders or at least a much more open immigration policy than what is commonly practiced. Economic Benefits: The institute frequently publishes research highlighting the economic advantages of immigration, such as increased innovation, higher economic growth, and contributions to public finances. They argue that immigrants contribute more in taxes than they consume in government services, countering arguments about welfare dependency. Civil Liberties: Cato supports the rights of immigrants, including undocumented ones. They argue against policies that infringe on civil liberties, like mass deportations, workplace raids, or restrictions on legal rights. They often critique laws and policies that they believe violate individual freedoms. Refugee Policy: On refugees, Cato tends to advocate for more humane and accommodating policies, arguing that the U.S. should uphold its historical role as a sanctuary for those fleeing persecution or conflict. Legalization and Pathways to Citizenship: They have supported amnesty or legalization programs for undocumented immigrants already in the country, suggesting that these individuals should be given a path to citizenship or at least legal status, arguing that this would be more beneficial than enforcement-only approaches. Criticism of Restrictions: Cato frequently criticizes restrictive immigration policies, border enforcement strategies like walls or increased militarization, and policies that they see as xenophobic or unnecessarily punitive. They view these as not only ineffective but also contrary to American values of opportunity and freedom. Integration and Assimilation: Rather than fearing cultural dilution, Cato often points to evidence that immigrants assimilate into American society, contributing to cultural richness and economic dynamism.
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