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Federal Judge sets March 2024 as start date for Trump election trial

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This date marks the middle of the Republican primary elections. Trump’s defence lawyers had pushed for a 2026 trial, but were rejected.

U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan has announced a trial date of March 4, 2024. This timing has sparked speculation about the potential impact of the trial on the 2024 presidential race, placing it squarely within the Republican primaries and on the eve of Super Tuesday.

The decision was reached after a hearing on Monday during which Judge Chutkan considered arguments from both Trump’s legal team and federal prosecutors regarding the appropriate trial timeline.

Special counsel Jack Smith proposed a January trial start, with jury selection commencing in December of the present year. Conversely, Trump’s lawyers advocated for a trial delay until April 2026, after the next presidential election.

Judge Chutkan expressed her dissatisfaction with the extreme differences in proposed schedules, asserting, “Neither of them is acceptable.” She emphasised that the trial should be a priority for Trump and declined to alter the schedule based on other professional commitments, even if they involve high-profile individuals.

Chutkan underscored the importance of a fair and prompt administration of justice for the public interest. In response, Trump’s legal team argued that a trial in the coming year would infringe upon the former president’s rights, citing the extensive volume of evidence prosecutors have provided.

Calling the proposed schedule a “show trial,” Trump’s lawyer, John Lauro, stated, “Mr. Trump is not above the law, but he is not below the law.”

Following Judge Chutkan’s decision, Lauro registered his objection on the record, asserting that the trial date would hinder their ability to adequately represent Trump. Acknowledging his objection, Chutkan proceeded with the proceedings.

While the special counsel’s request for an early trial was deemed premature by Chutkan, Trump’s suggested date of 2026 was characterised as unreasonable.

Chutkan rebuffed the notion, stating, “Discovery in 2023 is not sitting in a warehouse with boxes of paper looking at every single page.”

Chutkan firmly stated that the trial would not occur in 2026, highlighting that Trump’s legal team has had ample time to prepare.

The existence of a grand jury investigating Trump has been public knowledge since September 2022, and many witnesses’ identities have been disclosed.

The federal grand jury in Washington, D.C., recently indicted Trump on four charges, including conspiracy to defraud the United States, obstruction of an official proceeding, and conspiracy against the right to vote.

Trump, having pleaded not guilty during his arraignment in August, faces allegations of conspiring to undermine the legitimate outcome of the 2020 presidential election and impede the certification of its results.

Prosecutors have pushed for a January trial start, citing the importance of a swift trial, especially considering the nature of the case involving a former president.

Meanwhile, Trump’s defence, aiming for an April 2026 trial, has cited the extensive discovery process and Trump’s ongoing legal entanglements in other jurisdictions. As the legal proceedings progress, their intersection with the 2024 presidential race remains a topic of intrigue and speculation.

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How Donald Trump’s business policies will shape the U.S. economy

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Business leaders are closely monitoring the impact that President-elect Donald Trump’s forthcoming policies might have on the financial landscape.

In a resounding victory, Trump captured both the electoral and popular vote to become the 47th President of the United States.

Trump’s landslide victory is fueling discussions on how his administration’s potential policy changes could reshape tax and trade systems as well as influence global economies.

Vick Tipnes, the CEO of Blackstone medical services joins Veronica Dudo to discuss.

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Usha Vance to make history as the first Indian-American Second Lady

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President-elect Donald Trump is assembling his transition team in Florida alongside Vice President-elect J.D. Vance as they prepare for the upcoming administration.

This election ushers in significant milestones, including Usha Vance, who will be the first Indian American and Hindu to serve as Second Lady of the United States.

As the daughter of Indian immigrants, her presence marks a moment of cultural representation in American politics.

Vice President-elect J.D. Vance praised his wife’s unwavering support, attributing her strength as a key factor in their successful campaign.

This new chapter signals a blend of continuity and change in the White House, promising a term marked by historical firsts and renewed policy efforts.

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Biden urges calm after election upset

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U.S. President Joe Biden is calling on Americans to “bring down the temperature” after Donald Trump’s stunning return to the presidency.

Speaking to Democrats shaken by Vice President Kamala Harris’ defeat, Biden urged, “Setbacks are unavoidable. Giving up is unforgivable.”

He praised the election as proof of America’s strong and trustworthy electoral system, stressing that it remains “honest, fair, and transparent.”

Biden extended an invitation to President-elect Trump to meet at the White House—a gesture Trump himself had not extended in 2020.

Meanwhile, Trump’s team confirms he plans to meet with Biden soon, as he begins building his leadership team.

Some Democrats say Biden, now 81, may have hurt Harris’ chances by initially seeking re-election, only dropping his bid after a difficult TV debate in July.

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