Former President Donald J. Trump’s trial in Manhattan concluded with a guilty verdict on 34 counts of falsifying business records to conceal a sex scandal that could have impacted his 2016 presidential campaign.
However, Trump still faces federal charges in Florida for unlawfully retaining classified documents after leaving office and impeding government efforts to recover them. Additionally, he is facing charges in Washington, D.C., for allegedly scheming to overturn the results of the 2020 election, and in Georgia for similar election interference.
Updates on the status of each case are as follows:
Federal Documents Case
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Mr. Trump is accused of illegally retaining sensitive national security material and obstructing government efforts to retrieve it. His defense team is seeking to have the charges dismissed before trial, contesting the appointment of the special counsel and alleging a politically motivated prosecution.
The trial start date was postponed by Judge Aileen M. Cannon, citing unresolved legal issues. It is uncertain if the case will proceed to trial before the November election due to lengthy hearings.
If Trump is elected, he may seek the dismissal of charges or benefit from Department of Justice policies that prohibit prosecuting a sitting president.
Federal Election Subversion Case
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Trump is accused of conspiring to subvert democracy and retain power despite losing the 2020 election. Legal proceedings have been halted as courts deliberate on Trump’s claim of immunity for actions taken as president.
The Supreme Court is expected to rule on the immunity issue soon, impacting the trial timeline. The case may be remanded to determine which charges are related to official acts.
Legal challenges may influence the scope and timing of the election interference trial, especially regarding federal obstruction laws.
Georgia Election Case
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Trump and his allies face charges of election interference in Georgia, with delays due to conflicts of interest and unresolved motions. The trial is expected next year, with legal battles over presidential immunity and trial jurisdiction.
Several defendants have pleaded guilty, including prominent figures like Sidney Powell and Jenna Ellis, expressing regret over their involvement in post-election challenges.
