Trump Seeks Immunity in January 6th Riot Lawsuit from Injured Officers

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1 year ago

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Credited from: NEWSWEEK

President Trump plans to apply for **presidential immunity** regarding a lawsuit filed by **seven police officers** injured during the **January 6 riot**.
The case, **Smith v. Trump**, questions whether Trump has **civil immunity** for allegedly urging his supporters to storm the Capitol, which he denies.
This lawsuit could help clarify the **boundaries of presidential immunity** from civil liability linked to actions during the Capitol incident.
A previous lawsuit was initiated in **August 2021** against Trump and far-right groups, accusing them of causing harm during the riot.
Currently, the court is reviewing Trump's **immunity status**, with briefs due on specific dates in early 2024.

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