The Daily The Staggering Success of Trump’s Trial Delay Tactics
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Apr 11, 2024 
Alan Feuer, a New York Times reporter specializing in extremism and political violence, dives into the art of delay in Donald Trump's legal battles. He reveals how Trump employs tactical maneuvers to postpone trials, particularly focusing on the hush money case. Feuer discusses the political implications of these delays as the 2024 election looms closer, and examines the shocking legal arguments made, including claims of executive privilege over classified documents. The conversation unfolds against the backdrop of rising inflation and its potential impact on the political landscape.
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Hush Money Case Exception
- Trump's hush money case, involving a porn star payoff, begins next week.
- This case is going to trial before the election, unlike his other criminal cases.
Trial Delays
- Trump faces four criminal trials in four different cities.
- He successfully delayed three out of the four, likely pushing them past the election.
Delay Tactics
- Trump's lawyers flood courts with motions, many frivolous, to delay proceedings.
- This tactic is evident in the classified documents case, where the alleged facts are quite damning.