Liz Cheney Urges Supreme Court to Reject Trump's Immunity Claim to Ensure Jan. 6 Trial Proceeds Before Election
Cheney emphasizes the urgency of holding the trial before the next presidential election, warning against the suppression of evidence.
- Former Rep. Liz Cheney calls on the Supreme Court to recognize former President Donald Trump’s immunity claim as a delaying tactic in the federal election interference case.
- Cheney stresses the importance of the trial proceeding before the next presidential election to prevent any attempt to overturn election results and seize power.
- The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments on Trump’s immunity claim on April 25, with Cheney urging for a swift decision.
- Cheney warns that further delays in the trial would suppress evidence critical to the American public.
- Critics argue that Trump's immunity claim is based on actions as a candidate, not as an elected official, challenging the basis for presidential immunity.