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Supreme Court to Hear Trump's Immunity Claim Amid Ongoing Legal Challenges

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to deliberate on former President Donald Trump's bid for absolute immunity from prosecution for actions taken during his presidency.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump is seen at the driving range during day three of the LIV Golf Invitational - Miami at Trump National Doral Miami on April 07, 2024 in Doral, Florida. On April 10, 2024, Trump's son, Eric, said that anytime the former president enters a court room, he receives "millions of dollars."
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45th President of the United States Donald Trump during the LIV Golf Miami Tournament on April 7, 2024 in Doral, Florida, United States. On April 10, 2024, a CNN legal analyst said that Trump has roughly 24 hours to make another legal move in his Manhattan criminal trial.
Former President Donald Trump speaks to the press in a hallway outside the courtroom at Manhattan Criminal Court in New York on March 25, 2024.

Overview

  • The Supreme Court will address whether a former president can claim immunity from criminal prosecution for actions related to official duties.
  • Special Counsel Jack Smith opposes Trump's immunity claim, arguing it undermines constitutional democracy.
  • Trump's legal strategy includes delaying tactics, possibly extending trial dates beyond the upcoming November elections.
  • In a separate case, Trump's team is accused of attempting to influence jury selection in a Manhattan trial over hush money payments.
  • Legal experts criticize Trump's motions as desperate attempts to sway public opinion and judicial outcomes.