Trump seeks dismissal of federal election case after Supreme Court ruling

Lawyers for Donald Trump are preparing to request the dismissal of the federal election subversion case against him following a recent Supreme Court ruling that limited the scope of the prosecution. This development comes as the defense team argues that many allegations in the indictment should be dismissed due to Trump's entitlement to immunity as a former president. They specifically cite conversations with former Vice President Mike Pence and other actions related to the 2020 election as protected under this immunity. The Supreme Court's opinion has significantly altered the legal landscape for the prosecution, which initially accused Trump of various schemes to maintain power and obstruct the peaceful transfer of authority. The ruling suggests that former presidents enjoy absolute immunity for core constitutional powers and are generally immune for other official acts. Consequently, the prosecution has revised its indictment, removing certain allegations but facing challenges in proving that other actions are not protected. Trump's legal team contends that the prosecution's new indictment does not go far enough in recognizing the immunity claims. They argue that many of the actions alleged, including public statements and communications regarding the election, should be considered immune. The defense is particularly focused on the allegations concerning Trump's pressure on Pence to refuse to certify electoral votes, which they believe should lead to the dismissal of the entire indictment if the court agrees with their immunity argument. As the case progresses, the timeline for resolution appears extended, with pretrial arguments potentially dragging on until late 2025, well beyond the upcoming presidential election. The next steps will be determined by U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan, who will assess which allegations can remain in the case following the Supreme Court's ruling.