Former president Donald Trump declares he will skip a preliminary hearing in a new election‑case proceeding
A statement from Donald Trump indicates that the former U.S. president will not attend a preliminary hearing in a fresh trial concerning alleged attempts to influence the 2020 election. The announcement cites a petition the defense says was filed with the court, in which the handoff asserts Trump’s innocence on all counts. The decision to waive the right to appear was framed as a strategic move in the ongoing legal process. (Source attribution: Reuters)
The message adds that Trump has authorized his attorney to declare him not guilty on every charge brought in the case. The core elements emphasize the intent to proceed with the defense without his personal courtroom appearance, while the lawyer serves as the authorized spokesperson for the defendant. (Source attribution: Reuters)
Earlier, a separate petition sought to relocate a criminal case from a New York state court—where the allegations center on falsifying business records—to a federal forum. The charges relate to claims that business records were falsified in connection with payments made to two women, including adult film actress Stormy Daniels. The payments have been described as hush money intended to prevent disclosure of information that could be damaging to Trump. (Source attribution: Reuters)
In another development, a transfer occurred in federal court as a new indictment against Trump moved forward in Washington. The court action marks a shift in where the case will be heard and how it will proceed, adding momentum to a highly scrutinized legal saga. (Source attribution: Reuters)
Previously, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to delay Trump’s sentencing schedule in the New York matter, effectively allowing the process to continue on its chosen timeline. The decision underscores the ongoing tension between state and federal legal actions surrounding the former president. (Source attribution: Reuters)
The overall sequence illustrates how multiple legal fronts have continued to unfold, each with its own procedural requirements and implications for Trump’s political and legal status. Observers note that the interplay between waivers of appearance, legal representation, and venue changes can shape both the speed and the strategy of the cases involved. The parties involved remain focused on presenting their arguments within the bounds of the law, while media coverage tracks every procedural pivot. (Source attribution: Reuters)