Moments from now, special counsel Jack Smith and lawyers for Donald Trump will be back in court as a key hearing in Trump's federal election subversion case gets underway. This hearing follows the revision of the indictment by prosecutors last week, in response to the Supreme Court's ruling on presidential immunity earlier this year.
Today's proceedings will focus on determining the path forward in the case, considering the limitations imposed by the Supreme Court's decision on what charges can be brought against former President Trump and which evidence can be presented.
As cameras are not allowed inside federal courts, updates on the hearing will be provided by reporters present at the scene. Former President Trump has waived his appearance for today's hearing.
Judge Tanya Chutkan, known for her no-nonsense approach, is expected to lead the proceedings by addressing scheduling and next steps with both defense attorneys and prosecutors. The Trump legal team's strategy reportedly aims to delay any significant developments in the case until after the upcoming November election.
While the special counsel has not proposed a specific schedule, they have not agreed to the Trump team's suggested timeline either. The judge's stance on the pace of the case's progression will be closely monitored to gauge the potential timeline for future proceedings.
Despite differing strategies and opinions, it is widely acknowledged that the case is unlikely to proceed to trial in the near future, indicating a prolonged legal process ahead.
