Former President Donald Trump’s attorneys have argued against the release of additional evidence in his federal election interference case, just days before Election Day. The attorneys claim that the evidence has been cherry-picked and mischaracterized by the Special Counsel’s Office and is related to an improper immunity filing that has no basis in criminal procedure or judicial precedent.
The additional evidence is linked to a 165-page brief released earlier this month by the Special Counsel’s Office, which alleges that Trump “resorted to crimes” to stay in office after losing the election four years ago. The filing also seeks to delay any release of further information until Trump can evaluate his options for litigation.
The case has faced delays due to the Supreme Court’s immunity ruling, which found that Trump has some protection from prosecution related to official acts. No trial date has been set for the federal election case, as well as in the Georgia case linked to efforts to overturn the 2020 election results.
In addition to these legal battles, Trump has successfully postponed his sentencing in a hush money case in New York multiple times. The sentencing, initially set for July 11, is now scheduled for Nov. 26. Trump has been convicted of falsifying business records in connection with a payment to an adult film star before the 2016 election.
The ongoing legal challenges facing Trump have been highlighted by Vice President Kamala Harris, who criticized Trump’s record on crime and immigration, noting his upcoming court appearances. The Special Counsel’s Office has not commented on the latest filing from Trump’s attorneys.
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