The Supreme Court could then decide whether
The Supreme Court on Friday rejected special counsel Jack Smith's request to immediately fast-track consideration of whether former President Trump is immune from prosecution in the federal 2020 election interference case. Why it matters: The high court's decision raises the possibility that his federal 2020 election trial stretches beyond the currently scheduled March 4 start date. Driving the news: The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit will now first consider the immunity question, with oral arguments slated to begin on Jan. 9. The Supreme Court could then decide whether it will take up the case after the federal appeals court issues a ruling. Catch up quick: Smith in a request earlier this month asked the high court to rule quickly on whether Trump, the GOP presidential front-runner, is "absolutely immune from federal prosecution for crimes committed while in office," per the filing. Trump's legal team has made the claim central to ...