Judge approves filing of 180-page evidence brief in Trump’s Jan. 6 case

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A federal district court judge has authorized special counsel Jack Smith to file a comprehensive evidence brief exceeding 180 pages in the case against former President Donald Trump regarding the January 6 events. Judge Tanya Chutkan dismissed arguments from Trump’s legal team that allowing this filing would be unfair and politically motivated as the election approaches. In her six-page order, Judge Chutkan noted that the submission does not impede the defense's ability to respond to the issues presented.

Special Counsel Smith indicated that the lengthy filing, accompanied by over 30 pages of exhibits, will provide a detailed analysis of the evidence in the case, aiming to justify the charges against Trump despite a Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity issued in July. The filing is expected to include substantial evidence, including grand jury testimonies and FBI interview transcripts, which may bring additional scrutiny to Trump during the lead-up to the presidential election.

Trump's attorneys opposed the motion, arguing that preliminary questions about the inclusion of Trump’s communications with former Vice President Mike Pence in the indictment should be addressed first.

Trump is currently facing four felony counts related to allegations of attempting to overturn the 2020 election and has pleaded not guilty to all charges.