The criminal case against Donald Trump in New York has taken yet another bizarre turn, veering dangerously close to farce. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, long seen as a partisan crusader against the former president, is now pushing to delay sentencing until 2029. Legal experts—and anyone with a shred of common sense—are calling foul, seeing this as a blatant attempt to weaponize the justice system for political ends.
Trump’s stunning victory in the presidential election has shifted the narrative entirely. Bragg’s plan to drag this case out for years reeks of desperation, a last-ditch effort to undermine Trump’s presidency before it even begins. But as cracks form in Bragg’s strategy, it’s looking increasingly likely that his much-touted case could collapse under its own weight.
A Legal Farce in the Making
Alan Dershowitz, a Harvard law professor and one of the most respected legal minds in the country, isn’t buying what Bragg is selling. Dershowitz has accused the DA of attempting to “freeze” the case for political gain, effectively stalling Trump’s ability to appeal while keeping a cloud of legal uncertainty over his presidency.
“Bragg’s actions are nothing more than a partisan ploy,” Dershowitz said. He’s urging Trump’s legal team to file a writ of mandamus—a move that could force the courts to put an end to Bragg’s delay tactics.
Bragg’s request to postpone sentencing until 2029, conveniently after Trump’s second term, has raised eyebrows across the legal community. Dershowitz put it bluntly: “There is no crime here.”
If the appellate courts agree, Bragg’s gambit could backfire spectacularly. Legal scholars argue that the delay not only undermines the rule of law but also sets a dangerous precedent for using the justice system as a political weapon.
Political Theater, Not Justice
This case isn’t just about Trump—it’s about the integrity of the justice system itself. Bragg’s actions have exposed a double standard that many Americans find deeply troubling. While Trump is being dragged through the courts on shaky charges, other political figures escape similar scrutiny for far more egregious actions.
The optics of Bragg’s strategy couldn’t be worse. To Trump’s supporters, it looks like yet another example of the system being rigged against their candidate. To independents, it raises uncomfortable questions about the impartiality of the legal process.
Even some Democrats are quietly distancing themselves from Bragg’s antics, recognizing that this approach risks alienating voters who are tired of politically motivated prosecutions.
What’s Next?
The clock is ticking for Bragg, and the courts may soon force his hand. Dershowitz predicts that a resolution is imminent: either Trump’s team will be allowed to appeal immediately, or the case will proceed to sentencing within 30 days.
For Bragg, the stakes couldn’t be higher. If his delay tactics fail, it will not only discredit his case but also energize Trump’s base heading into his second term. Trump’s supporters see this as vindication, a sign that their candidate is being unfairly targeted by a biased system.
A Defining Moment
This legal showdown isn’t just about Donald Trump. It’s about the future of American democracy and whether the justice system can withstand the corrosive influence of partisan politics.
Bragg’s gamble may go down in history as a textbook example of overreach—a case where political ambition trumped the pursuit of justice. If the courts strike down his delay tactics, it will serve as a powerful reminder that no one, not even a Manhattan district attorney, is above the law.
For Trump, this is just another chapter in a saga that has defined his political career: the outsider taking on a corrupt establishment. As his legal team gears up for the fight ahead, one thing is clear—this isn’t just a legal battle anymore. It’s a political war, and Trump is ready to win.
