Trump's Federal Trial Postponed Indefinitely Amid Legal Hurdles
May 7, 2024The federal trial of former President Donald Trump in Florida for mishandling classified documents has been indefinitely postponed.
No new trial date has been set due to unresolved legal issues.
Trump's legal team has successfully pushed for a delay, potentially until after the November presidential election.
Trump has pleaded not guilty to the 40 charges and seeks a trial start no earlier than August.
The postponement could allow Trump to potentially influence the Department of Justice or issue a pardon to himself if he wins the election.
Trump is employing legal strategies to extend trial delays, including claims of presidential immunity.
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BBC News • May 7, 2024
Trump's classified documents trial in Florida indefinitely postponedThe New York Times • May 7, 2024
Judge Pushes Back Critical Filing Deadline in Trump Documents CaseThe Guardian • May 7, 2024
Donald Trump’s trial date in classified documents case indefinitely postponedInsider • May 7, 2024
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