Former President Donald Trump Faces Multiple Legal Battles with Key Dates Set for Trials

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Politics
25/01/2024 23h04

Trump, known for his political ambitions, now has his reelection bid overlapping with his packed court calendar. These cases mark an unprecedented situation, as no former U.S. president before Trump has ever faced indictment.

Across four criminal cases, Trump is charged with a staggering 91 felony counts. Additionally, he is implicated in two civil suits that could potentially result in significant financial setbacks. However, the ex-president has pleaded not guilty in each case, denying any wrongdoing. His legal team has made efforts to dismiss, discredit, or delay upcoming trials, often citing immunity from prosecution due to his actions being part of his "official duties" as president.

One notable case is the second defamation suit filed by writer E. Jean Carroll. Last May, a jury found Trump liable for sexual abuse and defamation against Carroll, awarding her $5 million in damages. In response, Trump appeared on CNN, denying any knowledge of Carroll and disparaging her repeatedly. Carroll has since filed an amended lawsuit seeking at least $10 million more in damages for Trump's comments.

In the highly anticipated Georgia 2020 election case, Trump was indicted in August for allegedly participating in a widespread effort to overturn the state's election results. Thirteen charges, including racketeering, have been brought against him. Eighteen co-conspirators, including his former personal attorney Rudy Giuliani and former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows, have also been charged.

Another prominent case revolves around a New York civil fraud lawsuit alleging that Trump and his business associates inflated the value of his assets to secure better terms from banks and insurance agencies. Trump's children, Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, are among the defendants in this case. The trial started on October 2, 2023, and Judge Arthur Engoron has already ruled that Trump committed fraud.

The federal 2020 election case accuses Trump of obstructing the transition of power to President Joe Biden and attempting to overturn the election results. Trial proceedings are slated to begin on March 4, although there have been suggestions of a potential delay. Trump faces charges of conspiracy to defraud the United States, obstructing an official proceeding, and conspiracy against voting rights.

In a separate indictment, Trump became the first former president ever to face criminal charges. The indictment alleges that he falsified business records, specifically relating to hush-money payments made to conceal alleged affairs ahead of the 2016 presidential election. The trial for this case is set to begin on March 25, and if found guilty, Trump could face 34 felony counts.

Lastly, Trump faces another federal case concerning unlawfully hoarding national security documents and lying to FBI officials. The trial, scheduled to start on May 20, centers around Trump's actions at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida. He faces 41 federal felony charges, including conspiracy to obstruct justice and making false statements.

As these high-stakes trials unfold, Trump's legal team continues to make efforts to dismiss or delay proceedings. However, the judicial system is proceeding with determination, with several trial dates already set. The outcomes of these cases may have far-reaching consequences for the former president, including potential financial penalties, legal consequences, and even the possibility of being banned from conducting business in certain states.

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