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US Supreme Court in Trump ruling says ex-presidents have immunity for official acts

The Supreme Court on Monday ruled for the first time that former presidents have some immunity from prosecution, extending the delay in the Washington criminal case against Donald Trump on charges he plotted to overturn his 2020 presidential election loss and all but ending prospects the former president could be…

France 24 · Jul 1, 2024

Supreme Court grants Trump immunity for ‘official’ acts in landmark ruling that will delay trial

Conservative majority of the court agreed the Constitution entitles the president to immunity for official acts

The Independent UK · Jul 1, 2024

Supreme Court makes prosecution of Trump on obstruction charge more difficult, with ruling to narrowly define law used against him and Jan. 6 rioters

The indictments – and in some cases, the convictions – of hundreds of people charged with participating in the riot at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, will have to be reconsidered, and possibly dropped, because of a ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court on June 28, 2024. Among…

The Conversation · Jun 28, 2024

Judge in Trump classified docs case grants his request for one hearing but denies bid for another

The federal judge presiding over the classified documents case of former president Donald Trump has granted a defense request for a hearing on whether prosecutors improperly breached attorney-client privilege when they obtained crucial evidence from of his ex-lawyers

The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2024

House GOP Allies Push To Defund Special Counsel Investigations

House GOP negotiators consider amendments to CJS bill impacting Special Counsel funding and proposing cuts to Justice Department and FBI budgets.

Top News · Jun 26, 2024

Experts: Cannon's rulings may backfire

Cannon’s superiors have already demonstrated a willingness to slap down her misapplications of the law

Salon · Jun 26, 2024

Supreme Court To Announce Decision On Trump's Immunity Claim

The Supreme Court is set to decide on Trump's claims of immunity from prosecution, with significant cases pending.

Top News · Jun 26, 2024

Is Trump immune from criminal prosecution? Supreme Court will decide major question today

Court’s decision could have profound consequences for holding presidents accountable for crimes committed in office

The Independent UK · Jun 25, 2024

Expert: Cannon eruption "unprofessional"

"No judge would allow" what's happening, ex-prosecutor says, so it's no surprise Jack Smith's team is frustrated

Salon · Jun 25, 2024

Experts rip Cannon's "laughable" moves

At a hearing Monday, Judge Aileen Cannon chastised prosecutors over their "tone" and claims that Trump is a danger

Salon · Jun 25, 2024