Legal AF by MeidasTouch Appeals Court Issues URGENT DIRECTIVE to Trump in Criminal Case
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Jan 2, 2024 Dive into the latest court drama as a D.C. Circuit Court orders Trump and Jack Smith to confront critical arguments regarding amicus briefs. Explore the significance of Republican officials backing Smith's position against absolute immunity and learn how the vesting clause could reshape presidential power. Discuss the crucial jurisdictional angle presented by American Oversight and why it could jeopardize the appeal. With a pivotal oral argument on the horizon, anticipate the courtroom dynamics as Trump's legal team faces tough questions.
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Court Forces Parties To Address Amicus Issues
- The D.C. Circuit ordered both sides to address new issues raised by amicus briefs at oral argument on January 9, 2024.
- The court's per curiam order signals active engagement with third-party arguments beyond the parties' briefs.
Powerful Amici Back Smith’s Constitutional View
- Two influential amicus briefs support Special Counsel Jack Smith and challenge absolute presidential immunity.
- Their acceptance and the court's request to address them raises the chances the appeal will be decided on independent grounds.
Who Signed The Republican Amicus Brief
- Ben Meiselas summarizes the amicus roster of former Republican officials arguing against absolute immunity.
- He lists high-profile lawyers and officials from multiple Republican administrations to show cross-party support.