Pause in Trump's Case Amid Presidential Transition

A New York judge has halted proceedings in Donald Trump's criminal case. This decision follows an election win and concerns about the Supreme Court's ruling on presidential immunity. The District Attorney's office agreed to the pause due to Trump's upcoming inauguration, making it an unprecedented scenario.

A New York state judge has temporarily halted proceedings in the criminal case involving President-elect Donald Trump, amid ongoing discussions about presidential immunity. This pause comes after Trump's election victory and before his upcoming inauguration in January 2025.

The decision by Judge Juan Merchan follows a request from the Manhattan District Attorney's office, led by Alvin Bragg, which acknowledged the extraordinary circumstances. The prosecution and defense agreed to pause the case, originally set for a decision on the Supreme Court's stance on presidential immunity.

The pause in the proceedings will last until November 19, providing time for all parties to assess the implications of the recent election and transition period.

(With inputs from agencies.)