Trump Seeks Dismissal of Georgia Election Case

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Donald Trump has requested a Georgia appeals court to dismiss the criminal charges against him related to a racketeering conspiracy aimed at overturning the 2020 election results in the state. His attorney argues that a sitting president is immune from state or federal criminal proceedings, a stance based on Justice Department policies from Bill Clinton's presidency. The case has been stalled as the court considers a dispute over the lead prosecutor's involvement, with Trump and his allies seeking her disqualification due to alleged conflicts of interest.
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