Trump allows Jan. 6 lawsuits against him to proceed: Legal battle intensifies

Donald Trump has opted not to seek a fourth case at the Supreme Court, allowing three lawsuits against him to proceed. These lawsuits relate to his actions during the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol, and the courts have rejected his claim of absolute immunity as president. Despite not filing an appeal before the deadline, Trump's camp says they will continue to fight for presidential immunity. 

The Supreme Court is already handling cases that could impact Trump's political future. These include a decision on his eligibility for the ballot due to his actions related to Jan. 6, and a case that could potentially remove two charges from the election-subversion indictment against him. There is also a pending debate on whether former presidents have immunity from criminal prosecution related to their official duties. Additionally, a fight over financial penalties for the events of Jan. 6 has been ongoing for nearly two years. U.S. 

Legal battles and impact on Trump's future

District Court Judge Amit Mehta previously rejected Trump's immunity claim, suggesting that his actions and remarks may not be protected political speech due to the presence of weapons and threats of violence.

The lawsuits and pending cases at the Supreme Court could have significant implications for Donald Trump's political future and legal standing.