The U.S. Supreme Court is set to issue more opinions tomorrow, as several major decisions remain pending before the court recesses at the end of the month. Among the anticipated rulings is a decision on former President Donald Trump’s claim that he is immune from prosecution for alleged crimes committed while in office. This case is seen as a critical test of the rule of law, with former Attorney General Eric Holder emphasizing the importance of holding Presidents accountable, stating, "The law is the law. Presidents must be held accountable."
Immunity Claim
Special Counsel Urges Supreme Court to Reject Trump’s Immunity Claim
In a significant legal development, the office of special counsel Jack Smith has filed a brief urging the Supreme Court to reject former President Trump's appeal, in which he claims immunity from prosecution in his 2020 federal election interference case. The brief, submitted to the highest court in the land, underscores the ongoing legal battle surrounding Trump's actions during his presidency.
The case in question centers on allegations of election interference during the 2020 presidential race, a tumultuous period marked by claims of fraud and irregularities. Trump's legal team has argued that as a sitting president, he. . .
Trump Appeals to SCOTUS, Seeks Extension in Federal Election Interference Trial
Former President Trump Requests Supreme Court Intervention in Election Interference Case
In a significant development today, former President Donald Trump has approached the Supreme Court, seeking an extension in the trial for his federal election interference case. Trump contends that he should be granted immunity from the charges, and he is currently appealing a ruling by the D.C. Circuit Court that denied him immunity.
Trump's legal team argues that he should be shielded from prosecution, citing immunity. The former President asserts that he cannot. . .