Donald Trump asks Supreme Court for absolute immunity on election charges

Former President Donald Trump is urging the Supreme Court to rule in his favor, claiming absolute immunity from criminal charges related to his attempts to undermine the 2020 election. In a brief submitted to the court, Trump argued that criminal prosecution of a former president for official acts would hinder the functioning and independence of the presidency. Legal experts believe Trump is unlikely to succeed, but the timing and manner in which the court rejects his arguments will determine if his trial proceeds. The trial could be delayed until after the fall if the court does not rule until late June or sends the case to lower courts for further consideration.