The no-punishment sentence cements Trump’s conviction while freeing him to return to the White House unencumbered by the threat of a jail term or a fine.

President-elect Donald Trump doesn’t have to go to jail, pay a fine or perform community service as a result of his New York hush money conviction. A judge ended the case Friday with a sentence of an unconditional discharge, closing the case with no punishment.

President-elect Donald Trump won't face prison time, probation or a fine, but he will take office as the first U.S. President with a felony conviction.