Trump seeks to dismiss Mar-a-Lago classified documents case once more, asserting right to presidential immunity

Trump seeks to dismiss Mar-a-Lago classified documents case once more, asserting right to presidential immunity

✓ Trump’s lawyers filed motions to dismiss the Mar-a-Lago case, asserting presidential immunity.

✓ They acknowledged a February 6 appeals court decision stating Trump isn’t immune to prosecution related to 2020 election overturn efforts.

✓ Trump’s lawyers asked the Supreme Court to pause the appeals court’s decision.

✓ They argue the appeals court “erred” in denying Trump presidential immunity.

✓ Trump’s lawyers also claim special counsel Jack Smith’s appointment was unlawful.

✓ Trump faces indictment for allegedly taking classified documents to his Florida residence after leaving office.

✓ Trump argues for full presidential immunity to avoid prosecution.

✓ Trump’s representatives haven’t responded to Business Insider’s request for comment.

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