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Prosecutors Say Trump 'Resorted to Crimes' After 2020 Loss, Not Entitled to Immunity

Oct 2, 2024, 08:43 PM

Federal prosecutors have alleged in court filings unsealed on Wednesday that former President Donald Trump 'resorted to crimes' in an unsuccessful attempt to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. Special Counsel Jack Smith's team outlined new details of Trump's 'increasingly desperate' efforts to remain in power, arguing that he is not entitled to immunity from prosecution. The filings reveal that, despite losing the election and disregarding advice from his Vice President and other aides, Trump and his allies engaged in a series of actions aiming to undermine the legitimate electoral process.