CBS News - Trump team reacts after judge denies immunity bid in "hush money" case
Donald Trump's attempt to overturn his conviction in the hush money trial was denied by Judge Juan Merchan, who ruled that the Supreme Court's presidential immunity decision does not apply to this case. Trump's legal team argued that the case should be dismissed based on presidential immunity, but the judge rejected this claim, noting that the crimes occurred before Trump became president. Trump's team criticized the decision, labeling it a witch hunt, while Democrats and prosecutors emphasized that no one is above the law. Additionally, Trump is applying public pressure on Republican senators to support his cabinet picks, including RFK Jr. for Health and Human Services Secretary, despite controversies surrounding his views. Trump also expressed a softer stance on TikTok, indicating a willingness to find a solution due to its popularity among young voters.
Key Points:
- Trump's legal team failed to overturn his conviction in the hush money trial, as the judge ruled presidential immunity does not apply.
- The conviction involved 34 counts of falsifying business records related to an alleged affair cover-up before the 2016 election.
- Trump's team criticized the ruling as a witch hunt, while prosecutors stressed that no one is above the law.
- Trump is pressuring Republican senators to support his cabinet picks, using public pressure and potential primary challenges.
- Trump expressed a softer stance on TikTok, citing its importance to young voters and indicating a willingness to find a solution.