The criminal trial of Donald Trump that was set to take place before the election is now facing a likely delay. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has expressed willingness to postpone the trial by a month to allow Trump's legal team more time to review tens of thousands of recently released documents related to the case. This move plays into Trump's strategy of prolonging legal proceedings.
DA Bragg's decision to grant this delay is seen as a standard practice when new documents are provided to the defense, ensuring a fair trial and avoiding potential issues on appeal. The significance of this delay remains uncertain until the defense has thoroughly examined the documents, which could influence the trial timeline.