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Special counsel Jack Smith issues revised indictment in Trump election case

The revised indictment addresses a Supreme Court ruling that expands presidential immunity while maintaining the charges against Trump for election interference.

Trump Asks Supreme Court to Halt Sentencing in N.Y. Hush-Money Case

Trump seeks Supreme Court intervention to halt sentencing before inauguration.
Legal arguments focus on presidential immunity from prosecution.
Sentencing carries symbolic weight as it would mark Trump as a felon.

What happens to Trump's legal cases now he's been reelected? DW 11/14/2024

Trump's return to the White House may protect him from criminal charges due to presidential immunity.

How Roberts Shaped Trump's Supreme Court Winning Streak

The Supreme Court may grant former President Trump greater protection from prosecution regarding his attempts to overturn the 2020 election.

Trump, To Stave Off Prison, Mounts Last-Minute Bid To Move Hush Money Case to Federal Court

Trump is attempting to use presidential immunity to shift his hush money case from state to federal court.

Judge Denies Trump's Bid to Throw Out Conviction Over Immunity Ruling

Trump's felony conviction for falsifying records remains intact after a judge's ruling, despite his legal team's claims regarding presidential immunity.

Special counsel Jack Smith issues revised indictment in Trump election case

The revised indictment addresses a Supreme Court ruling that expands presidential immunity while maintaining the charges against Trump for election interference.

Trump Asks Supreme Court to Halt Sentencing in N.Y. Hush-Money Case

Trump seeks Supreme Court intervention to halt sentencing before inauguration.
Legal arguments focus on presidential immunity from prosecution.
Sentencing carries symbolic weight as it would mark Trump as a felon.

What happens to Trump's legal cases now he's been reelected? DW 11/14/2024

Trump's return to the White House may protect him from criminal charges due to presidential immunity.

How Roberts Shaped Trump's Supreme Court Winning Streak

The Supreme Court may grant former President Trump greater protection from prosecution regarding his attempts to overturn the 2020 election.

Trump, To Stave Off Prison, Mounts Last-Minute Bid To Move Hush Money Case to Federal Court

Trump is attempting to use presidential immunity to shift his hush money case from state to federal court.

Judge Denies Trump's Bid to Throw Out Conviction Over Immunity Ruling

Trump's felony conviction for falsifying records remains intact after a judge's ruling, despite his legal team's claims regarding presidential immunity.
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End of Trump Cases Leaves Limits on Presidential Criminality Unclear

Presidential immunity raises questions about accountability for criminal wrongdoing despite ongoing investigations.

Judge sets Trump's sentencing in hush money case for Jan. 10, but signals no jail time

Trump is set to be the first president to enter office while convicted of felony crimes.
Judge Merchan indicated Trump would receive a conditional discharge instead of jail time.

New York judge calls off next week's Trump sentencing in hush money case

Trump's ongoing presidential transition may influence the legal proceedings surrounding his conviction and sentencing.

Trump's 2020 election case: What Jack Smith's new filing argues

Trump's actions to overturn the election were private, challenging claims of presidential immunity during his election loss.

The 11 Most Shocking, Damning, and Weird Revelations From the DOJ's New 165-Page Bombshell Motion in Trump's Election Case

Special Counsel's motion reveals Trump's alleged criminal actions to overturn the 2020 election results, challenging claims of presidential immunity.

Trump elected president: What happens to the court cases against him?

Trump's election victory could shield him from prosecution during his presidency, as per DOJ policies and a recent Supreme Court ruling.

End of Trump Cases Leaves Limits on Presidential Criminality Unclear

Presidential immunity raises questions about accountability for criminal wrongdoing despite ongoing investigations.

Judge sets Trump's sentencing in hush money case for Jan. 10, but signals no jail time

Trump is set to be the first president to enter office while convicted of felony crimes.
Judge Merchan indicated Trump would receive a conditional discharge instead of jail time.

New York judge calls off next week's Trump sentencing in hush money case

Trump's ongoing presidential transition may influence the legal proceedings surrounding his conviction and sentencing.

Trump's 2020 election case: What Jack Smith's new filing argues

Trump's actions to overturn the election were private, challenging claims of presidential immunity during his election loss.

The 11 Most Shocking, Damning, and Weird Revelations From the DOJ's New 165-Page Bombshell Motion in Trump's Election Case

Special Counsel's motion reveals Trump's alleged criminal actions to overturn the 2020 election results, challenging claims of presidential immunity.

Trump elected president: What happens to the court cases against him?

Trump's election victory could shield him from prosecution during his presidency, as per DOJ policies and a recent Supreme Court ruling.
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Trump gets criminal sentencing delayed till after presidential election

The New York judge delayed Trump's sentencing to maintain judicial impartiality ahead of the presidential election.

N.Y. Judge's Ruling Shows How Legal Issues Will Follow Trump Into Office

Trump's upcoming sentencing could overshadow his second presidential term, marking him as the first sitting president with a felony conviction.

Bombshell New Justice Department Filing: Trump Resorted to Crimes to Stay in Office'

Former President Trump allegedly resorted to crimes to overturn the 2020 election results, a claim contested in court regarding his immunity from prosecution.

New York judge says Trump is not immune from hush money conviction

A New York judge ruled that Trump cannot use presidential immunity to overturn his felony conviction.
Trump's actions relating to hush money payments are classified as private acts, not official acts.

Opinion | Trump Evaded Jack Smith and the Rule of Law

The true accountability for Trump lies with the American electorate, as legal actions against him remain ineffective due to presidential protections.

Federal prosecutors dismiss Trump documents case in major presidential perk

Sitting presidents cannot be criminally prosecuted, leading to dismissal of cases against Donald Trump.

Trump gets criminal sentencing delayed till after presidential election

The New York judge delayed Trump's sentencing to maintain judicial impartiality ahead of the presidential election.

N.Y. Judge's Ruling Shows How Legal Issues Will Follow Trump Into Office

Trump's upcoming sentencing could overshadow his second presidential term, marking him as the first sitting president with a felony conviction.

Bombshell New Justice Department Filing: Trump Resorted to Crimes to Stay in Office'

Former President Trump allegedly resorted to crimes to overturn the 2020 election results, a claim contested in court regarding his immunity from prosecution.

New York judge says Trump is not immune from hush money conviction

A New York judge ruled that Trump cannot use presidential immunity to overturn his felony conviction.
Trump's actions relating to hush money payments are classified as private acts, not official acts.

Opinion | Trump Evaded Jack Smith and the Rule of Law

The true accountability for Trump lies with the American electorate, as legal actions against him remain ineffective due to presidential protections.

Federal prosecutors dismiss Trump documents case in major presidential perk

Sitting presidents cannot be criminally prosecuted, leading to dismissal of cases against Donald Trump.
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US: Trump sentencing set for Jan. 10, judge signals no jail DW 01/04/2025

A New York judge upheld Trump's conviction in his hush money case, indicating significant legal implications for his upcoming presidency.

Judge rejects Trump's bid to throw out hush money conviction

Trump's conviction stands, potentially making him the first felon to serve as president if not overturned by January 20.

US: Trump sentencing set for Jan. 10, judge signals no jail DW 01/04/2025

A New York judge upheld Trump's conviction in his hush money case, indicating significant legal implications for his upcoming presidency.

Judge rejects Trump's bid to throw out hush money conviction

Trump's conviction stands, potentially making him the first felon to serve as president if not overturned by January 20.
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South Korea's Justice Ministry imposes travel ban on President Yoon over martial law

South Korea's President Yoon is under investigation for martial law and faces a travel ban amid political unrest.
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US: Donald Trump hit by a new federal indictment DW 08/28/2024

Trump has faced a new federal indictment regarding efforts to overturn the 2020 election results, adjusted following a Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity.

Trump charged in superseding indictment in election interference case following SCOTUS ruling

The new indictment against Trump adjusts to the Supreme Court's ruling on presidential immunity, reflecting changes in charges related to election interference.

Trump's lucky streak with his criminal cases may have ended

Jack Smith's new indictment against Trump aims to reinforce ongoing prosecutions while clarifying the boundaries of presidential immunity and accountability.

"Without Prejudice:" Jack Smith Moves to Dismiss the DC Case - emptywheel

The indictment against Donald Trump must be dismissed due to the categorical prohibition on indicting a sitting President.

US: Donald Trump hit by a new federal indictment DW 08/28/2024

Trump has faced a new federal indictment regarding efforts to overturn the 2020 election results, adjusted following a Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity.

Trump charged in superseding indictment in election interference case following SCOTUS ruling

The new indictment against Trump adjusts to the Supreme Court's ruling on presidential immunity, reflecting changes in charges related to election interference.

Trump's lucky streak with his criminal cases may have ended

Jack Smith's new indictment against Trump aims to reinforce ongoing prosecutions while clarifying the boundaries of presidential immunity and accountability.

"Without Prejudice:" Jack Smith Moves to Dismiss the DC Case - emptywheel

The indictment against Donald Trump must be dismissed due to the categorical prohibition on indicting a sitting President.
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#legal-proceedings

How a Judge Will Weigh Immunity in Trump's Jan. 6 Case

Judge Chutkan must decide which of Trump's actions qualify for presidential immunity under a recent Supreme Court ruling.

Prosecutors open to delaying Trump's sentencing in hush money case

Prosecutors are against dismissing Trump's hush money case, considering delays until after his presidential term might be reasonable to balance legal interests.

Manhattan prosecutors ask for additional pause in Trump hush-money criminal case

The Manhattan DA seeks to pause proceedings against Trump for unprecedented legal considerations following his election as president.

Federal Judge Chutkan on Trump Trial Does Not Care About His Election Schedule

Judge Chutkan is focused on advancing the case against Trump regardless of the electoral schedule, rejecting claims of presidential immunity affecting legal proceedings.

Special Counsel Jack Smith Will Present His January 6 Findings Against Trump

Judge Tanya Chutkan supports special counsel's request for a detailed brief on presidential immunity, signaling readiness to advance the case against the former president.

How a Judge Will Weigh Immunity in Trump's Jan. 6 Case

Judge Chutkan must decide which of Trump's actions qualify for presidential immunity under a recent Supreme Court ruling.

Prosecutors open to delaying Trump's sentencing in hush money case

Prosecutors are against dismissing Trump's hush money case, considering delays until after his presidential term might be reasonable to balance legal interests.

Manhattan prosecutors ask for additional pause in Trump hush-money criminal case

The Manhattan DA seeks to pause proceedings against Trump for unprecedented legal considerations following his election as president.

Federal Judge Chutkan on Trump Trial Does Not Care About His Election Schedule

Judge Chutkan is focused on advancing the case against Trump regardless of the electoral schedule, rejecting claims of presidential immunity affecting legal proceedings.

Special Counsel Jack Smith Will Present His January 6 Findings Against Trump

Judge Tanya Chutkan supports special counsel's request for a detailed brief on presidential immunity, signaling readiness to advance the case against the former president.
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Michael Moore Pushes Biden To Act With Full Immunity' To Pass Bucket List' in Last 100 Days: You Don't Answer To Anyone!'

Michael Moore urges Biden to utilize his final 100 days in office to enact significant reforms, leveraging his presidential immunity to take bold actions.

Jack Smith: Trump 'Resorted to Crimes' After 2020 Election

The Special Counsel intends to prosecute Trump for private crimes related to efforts to stay in office after the 2020 election.

Trump's Last-Ditch Effort to Delay His Sentencing

Trump faces 34 felony counts in the New York hush money case with ongoing appeals and legal strategies to postpone sentencing and trials.
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