Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump wants a five-week delay in a trial over whether the now-defunct Trump University defrauded customers because his lead attorney has a scheduling conflict.
Trump attorney Daniel Petrocelli asked a federal judge in San Diego to delay the trial, moving it to January 2 from November 28.
Both dates fall between the presidential election and inauguration.
The six-year-old, class-action lawsuit alleges Trump University fleeced customers with unfilled promises to teach success in real estate.
Trump has strongly criticised the judge, Gonzalo Curiel, noting his Mexican heritage.
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Plaintiffs say they oppose the trial delay.
