Former President Donald Trump is asking a federal judge to delay his trial on charges of trying to overturn the results of the 2020 election until April 2026.
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| Former US President and 2024 presidential hopeful Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally at Windham High School in Windham, New Hampshire. (Photo by JOSEPH PREZIOSO/AFP via Getty Images) |
Trump's lawyers argue that the government is not ready for trial and that Trump needs more time to prepare his defense. They also argue that the delay is necessary to avoid interfering with Trump's political activities.
The government is opposed to the delay, arguing that Trump is simply trying to run out the clock. They say that the evidence against Trump is strong and that he should be tried as soon as possible.
The judge has not yet ruled on Trump's request.
The request for a delay is the latest development in Trump's legal battle over the 2020 election. In July, Trump was indicted by a grand jury in Georgia on two charges of election interference. The charges stem from Trump's attempt to pressure Georgia state officials to overturn the results of the election in his favor.
Trump has denied any wrongdoing and has vowed to fight the charges. His lawyers have argued that the charges are politically motivated and that Trump is being targeted by his enemies.
The trial in Georgia is scheduled to begin in January 2023. If Trump is convicted, he could face up to five years in prison.
The request for a delay in the federal trial is a major development in the case. If the judge grants the delay, it could significantly impact Trump's legal and political future. A trial in 2026 would be held just months before the next presidential election. If Trump is convicted, it could damage his chances of winning the Republican nomination.
The judge is expected to rule on Trump's request in the coming weeks.
In addition to the charges in Georgia, Trump is also facing a number of other legal challenges. He is being sued by the House select committee investigating the January 6 attack on the Capitol, and he is also facing a defamation lawsuit filed by E. Jean Carroll, who has accused him of raping her.
Trump has denied all of the allegations against him. He has called the January 6 attack "a hoax" and has said that he never raped Carroll.
The legal challenges facing Trump are likely to continue for years to come. They could have a significant impact on his political future and his legacy.
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