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News in English (USA) / 25.09.2024 / 01:00

Ongoing Legal Battles for Donald Trump in January 6 Case

In a series of developments surrounding Donald Trump's legal challenges pertaining to the January 6 incident, the special counsel has received the green light from Judge Chutkan to present substantial new evidence. This ruling follows the dismissal of Trump's last-minute attempts to delay the case's proceedings, which the judge deemed a 'ridiculous exercise in gamesmanship.' Trump's legal team has continued to voice opposition to the substantial brief Jack Smith plans to file, labeled as a potentially damaging 180-page document. The court has continually rebuffed Trump's efforts to dismiss the case on grounds of presidential immunity and election interference claims, with Judge Chutkan emphasizing a focus on the case itself rather than on broader election disputes. As the special counsel prepares to unveil new evidence, Trump's lawyers are accused of rehashing previously rejected arguments, illustrating the ongoing tensions and complexities of this high-profile legal battle.
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