Trump wins Supreme Court ruling granting immunity for some actions in election interference indictment

The Supreme Court ruled that Donald Trump has immunity for some of his conduct as president in his federal election interference case, but not for other actions. The justices voted 6-3 to reject Trump’s claim of immunity, meaning charges related to overturning the 2020 election results will not be dismissed. Chief Justice John Roberts wrote for the majority that further proceedings are needed to determine what conduct Trump can be prosecuted for. The indictment alleges Trump pressured the Justice Department and Vice President Pence to investigate election fraud claims and refuse to certify the election results. Trump’s contacts with Justice Department officials were deemed core presidential powers and are immune from prosecution. The ruling could delay the trial and potentially prevent it from concluding before Election Day. The case is unprecedented, with no former president ever being prosecuted after leaving office. Trump faces charges of conspiracy to defraud the United States, obstructing an official proceeding, and conspiracy against voting rights in connection with the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. Despite the ruling, some actions alleged in the indictment, like Trump’s contacts with state election officials, may still be subject to prosecution. Critics condemned the ruling, calling it a threat to democracy, while Trump and his allies hailed it as a victory for the Constitution and democracy.

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