A New York judge has scheduled the sentencing of President-elect Donald Trump for January 10, just days before his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States.

Judge Juan Merchan rejected Trump’s request to overturn his guilty verdict in the hush money criminal case, which was based on a Supreme Court decision about presidential immunity. Trump pleaded not guilty to 34 charges of falsifying business records during the investigation led by the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office.

Despite the charges, Judge Merchan stated he is unlikely to impose prison time. Instead, he is considering an “unconditional discharge,” meaning Trump would face no punishment. The judge has also denied previous attempts by Trump’s legal team to dismiss the charges on the grounds of presidential immunity.

Merchan also refused the District Attorney’s proposal to preserve the verdict while ending the case, stating it would violate Trump’s right to appeal. He continues to review other motions filed by Trump’s lawyers.

Steven Cheung, Trump’s spokesperson and incoming White House Communications Director, criticized the ruling. He called it a violation of the Supreme Court’s decision and claimed it interferes with Trump’s presidential transition process. Cheung emphasized that Trump will keep fighting what he describes as politically motivated investigations.

As the sentencing date approaches, Trump maintains his focus on his inauguration, scheduled for January 20, while navigating ongoing legal battles.