Trump's Immunity Appeal: A Last-Ditch Effort to Halt 2020 Election Trial

Former President Donald Trump is appealing a ruling that denied his claim of immunity from prosecution related to his actions as president, in an effort to delay his upcoming trial on federal election subversion charges. Legal experts believe that while Trump's appeal may not succeed on its merits, it could potentially bog down the legal system and keep him free to campaign against President Joe Biden. The timing of the courts' decisions in the coming weeks will determine whether Trump faces trial before the 2024 election, as he faces multiple criminal prosecutions. If Trump regains the presidency, he could potentially pardon himself or shut down the federal cases.