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legalcrime2 years ago

"Judge Tanya Chutkan Targeted in Swatting Incident Amid Trump Election Case"

Tanya Chutkan, the judge overseeing Trump's federal election interference case, was the apparent victim of a "swatting" attempt when police and fire trucks responded to false reports of a shooting at her home. This incident comes amid an uptick in threats against judges, including those involved in cases related to Trump. Chutkan has faced threats in the past, including a recent arrest of a woman who allegedly left a threatening voicemail. Trump has also targeted Chutkan on social media, leading to a gag order imposed against him. The incident highlights the ongoing security concerns for judges, prompting recent legislation to enhance their protection.

via NBC News|
#federal-election-interference-case#legalcrime#swatting
politics2 years ago

"Trump's Fight for Immunity: Election Interference and Jan. 6 Case"

Former President Donald Trump plans to attend an immunity hearing in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, where arguments will be heard over his efforts to dismiss his federal election interference case based on his claim of presidential immunity. This comes ahead of his expected attendance at his civil fraud trial in New York on Thursday. Trump is seeking dismissal of the federal election interference case on the grounds of "absolute immunity" from prosecution for actions taken while in office. Special counsel Jack Smith has asked the Supreme Court to expedite the appeals process, emphasizing the significance of the case as it involves criminal charges against a former president based on his actions while in office. Trump has pleaded not guilty to the charges and denounced them as a persecution of a political opponent.

via ABC News|
#civil-fraud-trial#donald-trump#federal-election-interference-case
legal2 years ago

"Trump's Legal Battle: Seeking Relief from Gag Orders in Election Interference Cases"

Former President Donald Trump is seeking an emergency stay of the limited gag order imposed by U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon in his federal election interference case. The gag order prohibits Trump from publicly targeting special counsel Jack Smith and his staff, as well as certain court personnel. Trump's lawyers argue that the order violates his First Amendment rights and have informed the court that they will seek relief from the U.S. Supreme Court if their request for a pause is denied. Trump is facing charges of attempting to overturn the 2020 election results and has pleaded not guilty.

via ABC News|
#dc-circuit-court-of-appeals#donald-trump#federal-election-interference-case
politics2 years ago

Trump's Gag Order Woes: Legal Consequences and Potential Jail Time

A gag order has been reinstated in former President Trump's federal election interference case, limiting his inflammatory rhetoric as he campaigns for the 2024 presidential election. The order prohibits Trump and others involved in the case from making public statements targeting prosecutors, court staff, or potential witnesses. However, Trump is still allowed to air general complaints about the case and criticize the Biden administration. Trump's lawyers argue that the order infringes on his free speech rights and ability to campaign. The enforcement of the gag order remains unclear, but options could include monetary fines or even jail time. Trump's lawyers have appealed the order to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit.

via Yahoo News|
#federal-election-interference-case#free-speech#gag-order
legal2 years ago

"Judge Reimposes Gag Order on Trump in Federal Election Subversion Case"

U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan has reinstated a gag order on former President Donald Trump in his federal election interference case. The order prohibits Trump from making public statements targeting prosecutors, court staff, and likely witnesses. Judge Chutkan stated that the restrictions are necessary to protect the administration of justice and rejected Trump's argument that the order is unconstitutionally vague. She cited evidence of threats and harassment faced by individuals targeted by Trump's public attacks. Trump's appeal to lift the gag order was temporarily paused, and the judge believes he is unlikely to win on the merits.

via NPR|
#donald-trump#federal-election-interference-case#first-amendment-rights
politics2 years ago

Trump's Gag Order Drama: Accusations, Fines, and Denials

Special Counsel Jack Smith has requested the revival of a partial gag order in the federal election interference case against Donald Trump, citing the former president's "threatening" social media posts about former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows. Smith's team argued that Trump's posts were intended to send a message to Meadows, a potential witness in the case. Trump's legal team is appealing the gag order, claiming it infringes on his First Amendment rights. Prosecutors argue that without the order, Trump's disparaging language poses a real danger. Trump is also facing multiple other legal cases, including allegations of hush-money payments, document hoarding, and election subversion.

via New York Post |
#donald-trump#federal-election-interference-case#gag-order