"Judge halts Trump's Jan. 6 case as former president appeals dismissal"

The judge overseeing the case against former President Trump regarding his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election has paused the proceedings, acknowledging that she lacks jurisdiction while the matter is pending before the Supreme Court. Special Counsel Jack Smith has asked the Supreme Court to rule on whether Trump can be prosecuted for his actions. Trump's legal team has filed a motion to pause the proceedings while his appeal is pending. The Supreme Court has asked Trump's lawyers to respond to the motion by December 20. The trial, originally set for March 4, may be delayed as the appeals process continues. Trump has pleaded not guilty to charges including conspiracy and obstruction. The Supreme Court's next scheduled conference day for considering the matter is January 5, 2024.