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Trump's Election Win Halts 2020 Election Interference Case

Court deadlines in Donald Trump's 2020 election interference case are canceled due to his presidential victory and the Justice Department's policy against prosecuting sitting presidents.

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What are the main factors that led to the suspension of the case?: Trump's election victory and the Justice Department's policy against prosecuting sitting presidents are the primary reasons for the cancellation of deadlines.
What is the status of the classified documents case against Trump?: While the classified documents case against Trump is also stalled, it is unclear how Trump's presidential win will impact that case.
How is Special Counsel Jack Smith responding to Trump's election victory?: The special counsel, Jack Smith, is evaluating how to proceed given the change in circumstances and the Justice Department's policy.
Why were all deadlines canceled in Donald Trump's 2020 election interference case?: Judge Tanya Chutkan canceled all deadlines in Donald Trump's 2020 election interference case after prosecutors requested time to assess the situation following Trump's presidential victory.
What is the Justice Department's policy regarding the prosecution of sitting presidents?: The Justice Department's policy prevents the prosecution of sitting presidents, leading to the suspension of the case against Trump.

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