Trump Denied Presidential Immunity by Appeals Court | PBS NewsHour
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A federal appeals court in Washington rejected former President Donald Trump’s claims of presidential immunity for actions he took to remain in office after the 2020 election. It clears the way for his federal trial on conspiracy and obstruction charges to move forward, but Trump is expected to appeal the ruling.
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