In an unprecedented move, former President Donald Trump is set to participate in a virtual probation interview on Monday with a New York City probation officer. The interview will take place from his residence at Mar-a-Lago, with his attorney Todd Blanche by his side. This development comes after Trump was found guilty on all counts in the hush money trial against him.

Sources familiar with the matter revealed that the virtual interview is a mandatory requirement by the court as part of the former president's pre-sentencing report. Judge Juan Merchan, who presides over the hush money case, granted permission for Blanche to join the interview via video call, as prosecutors did not object.

Trump's defense team is scheduled to submit their sentencing recommendation on June 13, and the former president is expected to be sentenced for all 34 felony counts in New York on July 11, just days before the Republican National Convention commences.

Legal experts have noted that conducting a probation interview over a video conference call is unusual. However, they also acknowledge that having Trump physically present in a New York probation office would be unprecedented and potentially disruptive.

Martin Horn, former commissioner of the New York City Department of Corrections and Probation, commented, "it is highly unusual for a pre-sentence investigation interview to be done over Zoom," but added that an in-person visit by Trump to the probation office could create disruptions and be unfair to other defendants.

During the probation interview, the probation officer will seek information on Trump's social and criminal history, financial resources, mental and physical health, potential addiction issues, as well as assess his living situation. Trump may also be asked about his associations, as he cannot associate with individuals with a criminal record if placed on probation. The probation officer may extend interviews to others residing with Trump.

Following the interview, the probation officer will compile a report to be delivered to Judge Merchan. Trump faces a range of potential sentencing, from probation to up to four years in prison. Legal experts believe that due to his age, lack of criminal record, and other factors, imprisonment is unlikely. However, some prosecutors are expected to advocate for jail time.

Trump's attorney, Todd Blanche, will be present during the probation interview to ensure that no questions put his client in legal jeopardy. Despite the extensive scrutiny Trump has faced as a public figure, the court views the probation interview as an essential step in evaluating Trump's character beyond what was revealed during the trial.

Duncan Levin, a former Manhattan prosecutor turned defense attorney, expressed his belief that the prosecution will likely request jail time. Levin also pointed to Judge Merchan's previous gag order against Trump and the past incarceration of Michael Cohen, Trump's former associate, for federal charges.

"With Trump not showing any remorse and repeatedly violating the gag order, this case calls for jail time," said Levin. "Subverting the election process is a serious offense, and the judge has warned Trump about the consequences."

As the probation interview approaches, all eyes will be on the outcome, as it will play a crucial role in determining the former president's sentencing.