Former US President Donald Trump continues to make headlines as he attempts to dismiss charges against him stemming from his actions during his tenure in the White House. However, the federal prosecutor’s office responded strongly to this request, emphasizing that no one is above the law, not even the president.
Donald Trump’s trial, scheduled for next March, will focus on accusations of manipulation to try to overturn the result of the 2020 presidential election. His lawyers have invoked presidential immunity to request that the charges be dropped, referring to a case involving former President Richard Nixon.
However, special prosecutor Jack Smith’s team said the law does not guarantee “absolute immunity” to the president for acts falling within his official responsibilities. They insisted that Donald Trump is subject to federal criminal laws like all other American citizens.
Although Donald Trump’s request is unlikely to succeed, it could delay the start of the trial if it were to be decided by the Supreme Court. In any case, the former president is the first former American president to be criminally charged, which marks a turning point in the political history of the country.
Donald Trump also faces other legal cases, including a New York state court suit over alleged accounting fraud related to payments to buy the silence of an adult film actress. He is also being prosecuted in Georgia in connection with the 2020 election.
It is clear that Donald Trump’s legal schedule is busy and his legal situation continues to capture public attention. The coming months will be decisive for the former president, as the results of these proceedings could have a significant impact on his future political life.