Judge halts Trump 2020 election case as DOJ considers future amid re-election | N18G

A federal judge has suspended deadlines in Donald Trump’s 2020 election tampering case following his recent victory in the 2024 presidential election. Prosecutors have asked for more time, citing the unique situation of his imminent return to the White House. DOJ policies generally prevent a sitting president from facing prosecution, prompting discussions about how to proceed with the case. Trump’s not guilty plea last year came amid charges of conspiring to obstruct vote certification after his 2020 loss. The DOJ is set to update the court on Dec. 2 with next steps