Court Rules Trump Not Immune in Election Interference and January 6 Cases

A federal appeals court rejected Donald Trump's claim of immunity from prosecution for alleged criminal acts related to overturning the 2020 election, ruling that as a former president, he is not immune and has the defenses of any other criminal defendant. Trump will likely appeal to the Supreme Court, which could fast-track a ruling. The case is one of four criminal prosecutions Trump faces, and a key issue is whether the trial can take place before the election. If Trump were to win the election, he could potentially dismiss the charges or pardon himself.