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Special Prosecutor Jack Smith filed a superseding indictment on Tuesday in the election interference case involving former President Donald Trump. Trump still faces three conspiracy charges and one obstruction charge, but the allegations have been narrowed. This change was made in response to a 6-3 Supreme Court ruling that stated Trump is entitled to at least presumptive immunity from prosecution for his official acts, but no immunity applies to unofficial acts.
Judge dismisses classified documents case against former President TrumpThe government addressed the ruling in Tuesday's court filing.'The superseding indictment, which was presented to a new grand jury that had not previously heard evidence in this case, reflects the Government’s efforts to respect and implement the Supreme Court’s holdings and remand instructions in Trump v. United States, 144 S. Ct. 2312 .
Judge delays sentencing in Trump's hush money case following Supreme Court's immunity rulingTrump has pleaded not guilty in this case and is not required to appear for an arraignment on the latest indictment.This is the second legal maneuver Smith has made this week involving Trump. On Monday, Smith filed an appeal to Judge Aileen Cannon's dismissal of the federal classified documents case.
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