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Donald Trump’s return to the White House has protected him from federal prosecution relating to efforts to overturn the 2020 election, but his allies continue to face legal challenges at the state level, with state prosecutors continuing to press charges related to a “fake electors” scheme. In Georgia, Michigan, Arizona, and Wisconsin, 45 of Trump’s allies, including high-profile figures such as Mark Meadows and Rudy Giuliani, face charges, and six more defendants in Nevada are expected to be re-indicted soon. However, the cases face delays and legal complexities, with potential trial dates set as far away as 2026, and Trump’s re-election has complicated these state-level prosecutions.
Donald Trump’s White House return doesn’t shield his allies from state-level prosecution related to efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Trump’s Justice Department can’t intervene nor issue pardons in these cases.
State-Level Prosecutions Against Trump Allies
In Georgia, Michigan, Arizona, and Wisconsin, charges are pending against 45 Trump allies. Six more defendants in Nevada are expected to be re-indicted soon.
Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford is determined to prosecute the state’s fake electors. Trump’s co-defendants, lacking his presidential immunity, remain vulnerable.
Court Delays and Legal Challenges
Legal complications and delays plague the cases against Trump’s allies. Pretrial hearings slow progress in Michigan, while an Arizona trial faces uncertainty due to a judge recusal. In Nevada, procedural requirements necessitate refiling charges in a different jurisdiction.
Trump’s Presidency Impact on State Prosecutions
Trump’s reelection complicates state-level prosecutions. His co-defendants, lacking federal immunity, may still face charges. Experts find it unusual for a sitting president’s actions to be tied to charges against others still facing prosecution.
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