Federal officers, including former presidents, have the right to be tried in federal court for charges arising from ‘conduct performed while in office,’ the lawyers argued.
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Trump calls rape claim ‘ridiculous’ in video deposition
The former president’s attorneys will not call any witnesses, and closing arguments will likely happen Monday before the jury begins deliberations Tuesday.
Trump PAC complaint against DeSantis rejected by Florida ethics board
Allies of former President Donald Trump filed a complaint against Republican rival Gov. Ron DeSantis, alleging that the governor violated campaign finance laws with a ‘shadow’ run for the White House.
Pence appears before Jan. 6 grand jury in Trump special counsel probe
The testimony came hours after a federal appeals court in a sealed order rejected a bid by Trump’s lawyers to block Pence’s appearance.
Trump, in New Hampshire speech, turns focus to Biden rematch
The appearance in downtown Manchester marks his first return to an early voting state since his legal troubles increased.
Court rejects Trump’s effort to block Pence from testifying to Jan. 6 grand jury
Former Vice President Mike Pence’s testimony would be a milestone moment in the investigation and would likely give prosecutors a key first-person account as they press forward with their inquiry.
Trial opens in rape lawsuit against Trump
Trump wasn’t in court, and his lawyers haven’t yet previewed their case for the 6-man, 3-woman jury.
Prosecutor says Proud Boys viewed themselves as ‘Trump’s army’
Former Proud Boys national chairman Enrique Tarrio and 4 lieutenants are charged with seditious conspiracy for what prosecutors say was a plot to stop Congress from certifying Joe Biden’s presidential electoral victory.
Rape lawsuit trial puts spotlight back on Trump’s history with women
Jury selection will start Tuesday in the case involving allegations by an advice columnist, whom he described as ‘not my type.’
Longtime Trump ally Adam Laxalt joins PAC supporting DeSantis
Laxalt, who roomed with DeSantis while in naval officer training, will serve as the chairman of the Never Back Down super PAC, the organization confirmed Saturday.