NEW YORK — On Tuesday, prosecutors in New York announced their intention to oppose the dismissal of the hush money case against President-elect Donald Trump as he approaches sentencing. However, they signaled a willingness to consider postponement of the proceedings until he completes his anticipated second term.

In a court submission, the Manhattan district attorney’s office articulated that Trump’s upcoming presidency does not serve as a legitimate reason for dropping a case that has already been adjudicated. Yet, to reconcile competing constitutional concerns, the prosecutors indicated that it may be necessary to evaluate the possibility of placing the case on hold until after he leaves office.

Trump faced conviction in May for falsifying business records in an effort to manipulate the outcome of the 2016 presidential election. This included making payments to a pornographic actress who alleged that she had an affair with him. Trump has consistently refuted these claims.

Judge Juan M. Merchan had set a deadline for prosecutors to outline their views on how to move forward with the case, which is currently slated for sentencing on November 26.