After a couple of months of intensified campaigns, Donald Trump has won reelection as president despite facing several legal challenges. He is now the first criminal defendant elected to the White House. His ongoing legal cases include a conviction in New York related to hush money and other federal and state charges.
On November 6, Trump appeared with Melania and their son Barron at the Palm Beach County Convention Center. Trump has expressed plans to dismiss Special Counsel Jack Smith and halt federal cases concerning the 2020 election and classified documents.
Legal experts say Trump’s delay tactics have worked to his advantage. A New York judge may sentence him later this month, although Trump’s lawyers could request further delays. By November 12, the judge will decide whether to overturn Trump’s conviction. If sentencing proceeds, Trump could face up to four years in prison, though alternatives like probation are possible.
As president, Trump may have the power to dismiss Smith, potentially ending the federal cases in Washington, D.C., and Florida. His attorneys have argued for presidential immunity in the DC election interference case, with appeals still ongoing.
In Georgia, Fulton County DA Fani Willis faces potential removal from prosecuting Trump, which could dismiss the case. Trump also confronts numerous civil suits, including those related to January 6 and defamation. Civil cases are likely to proceed since past rulings prevent sitting presidents from avoiding them. (cnn)
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