Federal Judge Tanya Chutkan is moving forward with the case accusing former President Donald Trump of subverting the 2020 presidential election results, despite Trump’s appeal claiming presidential immunity. The case has been on hold for eight months as Trump appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court, which ruled that former presidents have immunity for official acts but not personal actions.
The case involves charges of conspiracy to defraud the United States, obstruction of an official proceeding, and conspiracy against rights. A revised indictment filed last week highlighted Trump’s personal use of social media outside of his presidential duties and his pressure on Vice President Mike Pence to accept false electors.
Chutkan is expected to release a new timeline for the case, ensuring that Trump will not face trial before the November election. Trump’s legal team has expressed concerns about the speed at which evidence is being presented, arguing that the allegations against Trump should be considered official acts.
If Trump wins the election, he could hinder or shutdown the Department of Justice’s case against him. If he loses to Vice President Kamala Harris, the case is likely to face more delays as Trump’s team plans to challenge the allegations and decisions made by the court.
In summary, Judge Chutkan is moving forward with the case against Trump, who faces charges related to his actions surrounding the 2020 election. The case is expected to continue to unfold leading up to the election and beyond, with potential challenges and appeals along the way.
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