In the latest twist in the ongoing legal drama surrounding former President Donald Trump and his allies, Steve Bannon has appealed to the Supreme Court to delay his 4-month prison sentence for contempt of Congress charges related to the January 6th investigation. Bannon’s legal team argues that the case presents serious constitutional issues, warranting a review by the high court, with the Justice Department’s response due by Wednesday.In a separate legal matter, a Nevada state court judge dismissed a criminal indictment against six Republicans, including Nevada GOP Chairman Michael McDonald, who were accused of falsely declaring Trump the winner of the 2020 presidential election. The judge ruled that the wrong venue was chosen to file the case, and the decision is set to be appealed to the state Supreme Court.Amidst these developments, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has sought to maintain the majority of a gag order on Trump, allowing him to speak about witnesses but not about jurors and court staff, citing safety concerns and past threats. This comes as Trump’s legal team contends with various lawsuits and the upcoming sentencing scheduled for July 11.Furthermore, a California judge has denied a motion by former Trump aide Garrett Ziegler to dismiss charges alleging he hacked into Hunter Biden’s laptop, adding another layer to the complex legal entanglements of Trump’s circle.These events underscore the legal challenges facing Trump and his associates as the 2024 presidential election looms, with the Republican National Convention just around the corner and the political stakes higher than ever.
Key points
- Steve Bannon has requested the Supreme Court to delay his prison sentence pending a review of his contempt of Congress conviction.
- A Nevada judge dismissed charges against six Republicans involved in the fake electors case, with an appeal planned for the state Supreme Court.
- Manhattan DA seeks to maintain gag order on Trump in hush money case, with sentencing approaching in July.
- Former Trump aide Garrett Ziegler must face Hunter Biden’s lawsuit over alleged hacking of Biden’s laptop.
