The U.S. Supreme Court recently rejected a plea to lift a gag order previously imposed on President-elect Donald Trump amid ongoing legal proceedings.

The highest court in the land upheld a decision that prevents Trump from discussing his recent New York felony case and convictions, as Newsmax reports.

Trump faced a gag order linked to a trial that resulted in his conviction in May on 34 counts of falsifying business records.

The charges stemmed from a $130,000 payment made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, allegedly to silence her over a claimed past encounter with Trump.

This gag order, imposed by Manhattan Judge Juan Merchan, remains active as Trump’s legal team contests the implications of his convictions on his upcoming presidential duties, scheduled to start on Jan. 20 of the coming year.

Presidential Duties at Risk, Says Trump Legal Team

The defense argues that the convictions pose "unconstitutional impediments" to Trump's role as president.

The Manhattan District Attorney’s office, led by Alvin Bragg, agreed to delay sentencing initially scheduled for November 26, acknowledging the unique circumstances presented by Trump's presidential election victory.

However, Bragg's office has opposed motions to dismiss the charges outright, leading to an indefinite postponement of sentencing.

No new date for sentencing has been scheduled, and the motion to dismiss the charges is still under consideration by the court.

Complex Legal Battles Ahead for Trump

Trump, who is 78 years old, might not face any sentencing until possibly after his presidency in 2029. The falsification charges could carry a sentence of up to four years in prison.

During the trial, Trump was found guilty of mischaracterizing his reimbursement to his former lawyer, Michael Cohen, labeling it as "legal expenses."

Trump has vocally denied these charges, asserting they are part of a political attack orchestrated by Bragg.

Trump Denounces Conviction as Politically Motivated

"This is a politically motivated attempt by [Alvin Bragg] to interfere with my presidential campaign," Trump declared, commenting on the charges laid against him.

The Supreme Court's decision came after a direct appeal to Justice Samuel Alito, who along with the full court, denied the application for stay. The ruling means Trump cannot speak publicly about the case details, maintaining the gag order in place.

Future Challenges for Trump's Presidency

Apart from the New York case, Trump faces additional criminal charges in Georgia related to his actions during the 2020 election, though their continuation also hangs in the balance in the wake of his Nov. 5 election win.

As president, Trump cannot dismiss state court cases, further complicating his legal landscape as he prepares to enter office, but it is far from certain that the case in Fulton County will proceed.

In anticipation of his presidency, Trump nominated his defense lawyers, Todd Blanche and Emil Bove, for senior positions within the Justice Department.

These nominations have stirred discussions about their potential impact on Trump’s legal strategies and the overall independence of the Justice Department.