In a significant legal maneuver, former President Donald Trump's attorneys are pushing to pause his New York hush-money case.

The legal team seeks to transfer the matter to federal court, potentially leveraging a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity, as Breitbart reports.

Attorneys for the former president are arguing for the postponement of Trump's sentencing, originally set for Sept. 18, until the case can be reviewed by the U.S. District Court in Manhattan.

This move comes after their initial request to transfer the case was denied on technical grounds but with an option to resubmit.

Trump's Legal Strategy Focuses on Supreme Court Ruling

The request filed highlights a Supreme Court decision from July 1 that limits the prosecution of former presidents.

Trump's lawyers assert that this decision should also impact his current legal battles.

His attorneys are specifically contending that the ruling could affect the case concerning payments made to Stormy Daniels in which he has already been convicted.

They contend that the Supreme Court's interpretation of presidential immunity could invalidate the state court's jurisdiction over Trump, thus nullifying the proceedings.

Delay Requested Through Presidential Election

Previously, Trump’s legal representatives had urged Judge Juan M. Merchan to delay sentencing until after the upcoming November election, suggesting that continuing the case now would be "needlessly accelerated."

They stated, "There is no good reason to sentence President Trump prior to November 5, 2024, if there is to be a sentencing at all."

Alongside the delay, Trump's attorneys have also pushed for an outright dismissal of the indictment, arguing that the facts of the case are influenced by his former presidential status and should be considered under the new Supreme Court guidelines.

Prosecution and Defense Clash Over Legal Grounds

The Manhattan District Attorney's office has remained tight-lipped, offering no comment on the ongoing legal challenges.

They have previously expressed opposition to both the request to move the case and the argument for dismissal based on immunity.

Trump was convicted in May on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records linked to a $130,000 payment to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, who alleges an affair with Trump.

Trump has consistently denied these claims, making his case vociferously in the media.

Potential Consequences for Trump

The charges of falsifying business records carry potential penalties including up to four years in prison, probation, or fines.

The legal implications are significant, placing substantial pressure on the court's decision regarding the transfer and delay requests.

As the case unfolds, the intersection of presidential immunity and criminal accountability continues to be tested, raising complex questions about the limits of executive privilege post-presidency.