Judge sets deadlines for Trump’s legal team in election case as ruling on evidence release looms

U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan has set new deadlines for Donald Trump's legal team in his federal election subversion case. They must respond to special counsel Jack Smith's motion to release evidence by October 1 and to the motion's appendix by October 10. Smith's sealed brief outlines evidence against Trump, including sensitive materials. If released, it could significantly impact the case, which has faced delays ahead of the November election. Chutkan is expected to make a quick ruling on whether the evidence can be unsealed. The updated indictment against Trump reflects a Supreme Court ruling that grants some immunity to former presidents for official actions. This has led to changes in the charges, including the removal of references to Trump as a former president and adjustments to the description of his alleged actions.