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Presidential Immunity and Trump's Actions as a Candidate: Legal Implications

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The implications of presidential immunity in the context of Trump's actions as a candidate versus his official presidential role.

Presidential immunity has clear limits, special counsel filing says, and Trump should be tried for efforts to overturn 2020 election (8.5/10)

/ The Conversation / Jennifer Selin's analysis provides a comprehensive examination of presidential immunity, highlighting its limits and implications for future presidents, enriched by her expertise in constitutional law. The piece effectively contextualizes Smith's filing, making it essential for understanding the evolving legal landscape.  A new filing by special counsel Jack Smith in the case he has brought against Donald Trump for his alleged attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential...

Jack Smith's Toughest Challenge in Prosecuting Donald Trump (6/10)

/ Newsweek  Chief prosecutor will have a difficult talk convincing a judge that 's communication with was private, a legal analyst has told . Stephen Gillers, a law...

Jack Smith put 'meat on the bones' of Jan. 6 committee's case against Trump: investigator (8/10)

/ Raw Story / Travis Gettys captures the significance of new evidence in the Jan. 6 case, emphasizing Tim Heaphy's insights on Trump's pressure tactics. This article stands out for its focus on the interplay between congressional findings and ongoing legal proceedings, offering a fresh perspective on accountability.  The lead investigator for the House Select Committee that investigated the Capitol riots reacted to the "damning" new evidence presented by special counsel...

5 key takeaways from bombshell court filing in Trump's election interference case (8/10)

/ Abc News  Special counsel Jack Smith's bombshell court filing unsealed Wednesday lays out the bulk of the evidence in the government's case against Donald Trump for...

Trump won't have to respond to bombshell Smith filing until after election (7/10)

/ Salon / Highlights Judge Chutkan's decision to delay Trump's response to Smith's filing until after the election, emphasizing the implications for the timeline of the case and its potential impact on voters.  -- Shares Facebook Twitter Reddit Email Former President Donald Trump will not have to respond to special counsel Jack Smith’s massive recent filing in the...

Thursday Briefing: Strikes Leave 6 Dead in Beirut (7/10)

/ The New York Times  Plus, new evidence in the Trump election case.

No, American Justice Isn't Partisan, but It Sure Isn't Working, Either | Opinion (6.5/10)

/ Newsweek / Critiques the notion of partisanship in the justice system while highlighting inefficiencies. The article offers a unique viewpoint on the legal challenges facing Trump, emphasizing the need for reform.  For more than a year, House Judiciary Committee Chair (R-OH), and others have vilified nonpartisan professionals at the Justice Department, including...

Trump is left with lies, both terrible and cruel (5.5/10)

/ The Washington Post / Examines the broader implications of Trump's rhetoric and legal challenges, connecting it to ongoing political dynamics. The article effectively contextualizes the legal battles within the current political climate.  Plus: Georgia judge upholds abortion rights. ‘Lee’ is a must-see.

Special counsel pushing for public release of key filing in Trump's Jan. 6 case (8.5/10)

/ Abc News / Details Smith's push for public access to witness testimony summaries, emphasizing the tension between transparency and legal strategy while highlighting the ongoing battle for public trust in the judicial process.  A day after filing a sealed brief seeking to justify his superseding indictment against Donald Trump, special counsel Jack Smith is pushing to file a public...

Jack Smith’s ‘About-Face’ On Releasing Witness Testimony Driven By ‘Political Goals,’ Trump Attorneys Say (6/10)

/ Dailycaller / Critiques Smith's strategy of releasing witness testimony as politically motivated, showcasing the ongoing battle between Trump's legal team and the prosecution. This perspective adds depth to the legal narrative unfolding.  Special counsel Jack Smith’s insistence on pushing witness testimony into the public’s view ahead of the election is “politically motivated,” Trump’s...

With Supreme Court 'All Bets Are Off' in Donald Trump Cases—Legal Analyst (6.5/10)

/ Newsweek / Analyzes the unpredictable nature of Trump's legal proceedings in light of the Supreme Court's ruling, offering a critical perspective on the implications for his various ongoing cases and the judicial system.  Legal analyst said on Saturday that "all bets are off" in former President 's cases with the U.S. . Trump, the GOP's presidential nominee, faces federal and...

Judge greenlights Jack Smith’s 180-page evidence filing in Trump Jan. 6 case (8.5/10)

/ Gazette / Reports on Judge Chutkan's approval of Smith's extensive evidence filing, underscoring the significance of the ruling in shaping the case's trajectory and the potential for new information to emerge.  A federal district court judge ruled Tuesday that special counsel Jack Smith can file a more-than-180-page evidence brief in the Jan. 6 case against former...

Judge Chutkan Shoots Down Trump’s Last-Ditch Effort To Stop Jack Smith’s Massive Legal Maneuver Ahead Of Election (7/10)

/ Dailycaller / Details Judge Chutkan's ruling favoring Smith's extensive filing, reinforcing the judicial process's integrity amidst Trump's claims of unfairness. The decision is pivotal in shaping the trial's trajectory.  Judge Tanya Chutkan sided with special counsel Jack Smith Tuesday, allowing him to file a lengthy brief including evidence against Trump ahead of the...

Jack Smith Could Drop New Bombshells In Trump’s Federal Election Case This Week—Here's Why (7/10)

/ Forbes / Highlights the potential implications of Jack Smith's upcoming brief, emphasizing the political stakes involved as the election nears. It raises critical questions about the timing and transparency of legal actions.  Topline New information could come to light this week about former President Donald Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election, as Special Counsel Jack...

Senate Democrats enlist ex-Watergate prosecutor to slam Trump immunity ruling (6.5/10)

/ Gazette / Explores the Senate Judiciary Committee's criticism of the Supreme Court's immunity ruling, offering historical context and expert opinions that enrich the understanding of the legal challenges Trump faces.  The Democratic-led Senate Judiciary Committee discussed the Supreme Court immunity decision in favor of former President Donald Trump on Tuesday, calling in...