/—-/ There’s a catch. If Merchan reneges on his promise and sends Trump to jail, the USSC may step in after all.
“Nevertheless, the Supreme Court majority’s conclusion that the sentencing poses minimal burden on Trump’s presidential transition hinges on Merchan’s assurance that he was leaning toward a no-jail, no-probation sentence. If Merchan were to change his mind at this point and impose a term of incarceration, the High Court would regard it as a betrayal. Practically speaking, then, Merchan has no choice but to do what he indicated he would do.
ANDREW McCARTHY: Supreme Court allows Trump to be tainted as a felon. But there's a catch
ANDREW McCARTHY: Supreme Court allows Trump to be tainted as a felon. But there's a catch