has been rejected by a federal judge, dealing a notable legal blow to the former president. Judge Alvin Hellerstein issued the ruling, which marks the third time Trump’s request for a transfer has been denied.
The judge pointed out that Trump delayed too long in seeking the move, especially given that his conviction had already taken place and the Supreme Court had issued its decision. In his decision, the judge made clear that conversations related to hush money payments aimed at suppressing allegations do not fall under presidential immunity, underscoring the limits of what constitutes official presidential conduct.