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Special Counsel Jack Smith Report on Trump: Voters Saved Trump from Prosecution in Election Case

The special counsel's report provides detailed evidence of elite involvement in the January 6 insurrection, challenging assumptions of 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.

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.

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.

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.
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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.

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.

Trump Sentenced by New York Court After Supreme Court Denies Effort to Block Court Hearing

Donald Trump was sentenced for hush money payments, with the court reinforcing that presidential immunity does not permit overturning a jury verdict.

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.

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.

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.

Trump Sentenced by New York Court After Supreme Court Denies Effort to Block Court Hearing

Donald Trump was sentenced for hush money payments, with the court reinforcing that presidential immunity does not permit overturning a jury verdict.

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.
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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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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.

Special Counsel Jack Smith Revises Indictment on Trump 2020 Election Charges

The latest indictment against Trump uniquely distinguishes between his roles as a private citizen and president, directly addressing Supreme Court opinions on presidential immunity.

"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.

Jack Smith's Post-Presidential Immunity Decision Strategy Is Coming Into View

Jack Smith persists in holding Trump accountable despite the Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity, with a new superseding indictment maintaining serious charges.

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.

Special Counsel Jack Smith Revises Indictment on Trump 2020 Election Charges

The latest indictment against Trump uniquely distinguishes between his roles as a private citizen and president, directly addressing Supreme Court opinions on presidential immunity.

"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.

Jack Smith's Post-Presidential Immunity Decision Strategy Is Coming Into View

Jack Smith persists in holding Trump accountable despite the Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity, with a new superseding indictment maintaining serious charges.
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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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FLASHBACK: Trump's Pick For Solicitor General Argues Presidential Immunity Covers Assassinating Rivals

Dean John Sauer's nomination as solicitor general underscores the Trump administration's commitment to defending presidential immunity.

Justice John Roberts Shaped Decisions on Trump's Immunity Trial Proceedings

Chief Justice Roberts' influence on Trump's trial showcases the complexities of judicial power and presidential immunity.

Opinion | The Supreme Court Has Grown Too Powerful. Congress Must Intervene.

The Supreme Court's interpretation granting presidential immunity shows the need for Congress to assert its legislative powers.

Opinion: Supreme Court immunity ruling isn't just bad, it's unconstitutional

The Supreme Court's immunity decision undermines constitutional duties of the president.

Senate Held A Nixon-Inspired Hearing Specifically About Trump's Immunity Claim

The Senate Judiciary Committee discussed a Supreme Court ruling allowing broader presidential immunity for illegal actions while in office.

FLASHBACK: Trump's Pick For Solicitor General Argues Presidential Immunity Covers Assassinating Rivals

Dean John Sauer's nomination as solicitor general underscores the Trump administration's commitment to defending presidential immunity.

Justice John Roberts Shaped Decisions on Trump's Immunity Trial Proceedings

Chief Justice Roberts' influence on Trump's trial showcases the complexities of judicial power and presidential immunity.

Opinion | The Supreme Court Has Grown Too Powerful. Congress Must Intervene.

The Supreme Court's interpretation granting presidential immunity shows the need for Congress to assert its legislative powers.

Opinion: Supreme Court immunity ruling isn't just bad, it's unconstitutional

The Supreme Court's immunity decision undermines constitutional duties of the president.

Senate Held A Nixon-Inspired Hearing Specifically About Trump's Immunity Claim

The Senate Judiciary Committee discussed a Supreme Court ruling allowing broader presidential immunity for illegal actions while in office.
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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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