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Federal appeals court rules Trump doesn't have broad immunity from prosecution

Tuesday's decision comes at a crucial time for both Trump and the federal case against him. He almost certainly will appeal the ruling either to the full D.C. Circuit or to the Supreme Court.
The ruling by the federal appeals court is a major setback<strong> </strong>for former President Trump.
Updated February 6, 2024 at 11:02 AM ET

A three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit has ruled that Donald Trump does not enjoy broad immunity from federal prosecution, a major legal setback for the former president, who said he will appeal.

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