Supreme Court rejects Trump's request to block Friday's criminal sentencing

The Supreme Court denied President-elect Trump's request to halt his criminal sentencing, which is scheduled for Friday. This decision makes Trump the first felon to assume the presidency following his 34-count felony conviction regarding hush money payments. Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Amy Coney Barrett joined the three liberal justices in the ruling, while four conservatives dissented. The court stated Trump's claims could be addressed on appeal and noted that the sentencing would impose minimal burden on his duties.

Trump acknowledged the ruling as "fair" and expressed intent to proceed with the sentencing. Despite extensive efforts to delay the process, including claiming presidential immunity, the court and the Manhattan district attorney's office opposed these delays. Trump faces an official label as a convicted felon following these proceedings.