Judge Chutkan Orders Unsealing of Jan. 6 Evidence on Trump's Immunity; Finds Trump's Objections 'Without Merit'

Oct 11, 2024, 01:15 PM

Federal Judge Tanya Chutkan, overseeing the January 6 case charging former President Donald Trump with attempting to overturn the 2020 election results, has approved the unsealing of further filings and evidence. This includes the release of a redacted appendix to Special Counsel Jack Smith's brief. Judge Chutkan found Trump's objections to the release 'without merit.' However, she has given Trump's legal team seven days to evaluate legal options and potentially appeal the order. The disclosed evidence pertains to issues surrounding Trump's potential immunity. Trump has signaled he intends to challenge the disclosure.