LOADINGERROR LOADINGFormer Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wy.) called on the Supreme Court to recognize former President Donald Trump’s “delaying tactic” with his immunity claim in the federal election interference case.Cheney, who spoke at Iowa’s Drake University on Wednesday, took aim at the court after its decision to hear arguments late next month on Trump’s claim that he’s immune from prosecution for alleged criminal acts he engaged in as president, a move that further pushed back a trial in the case.Advertisement
“I think it’s very important that the Supreme Court recognize that what he’s doing is a delaying tactic,” Cheney said.She continued, “It cannot be the case that a president of the United States can attempt to overturn an election and seize power. And that our justice system is incapable of holding a trial, of holding him to account before the next election. That cannot be the case.”Cheney, former vice chair of the Jan. 6 committee, held for applause before adding that she trusts SCOTUS will deal with Trump’s appeal in a “responsible and expeditious fashion.”“But recognize that taking action that will result in further delay in preventing the American people from seeing that evidence in open court is itself suppression of the evidence that the American people have a right to see that evidence. And the court ought to recognize that,” she said.Advertisement
Cheney’s remarks arrive less than two weeks after Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), who also served on the Jan. 6 committee, asked if SCOTUS would move with “great speed” to reject the presumptive GOP presidential nominee’s “bogus” claim.Special counsel Jack Smith called on the Supreme Court to swiftly take action on Trump’s claim in December before his request was rejected.Liz Cheney: “It cannot be the case that a President of the United States can attempt to overturn an election and seize power and that our justice system is incapable…of holding him to account before the next election.” pic.twitter.com/b1sKO2Nbgo— Republican Voters Against Trump (@AccountableGOP) March 28, 2024Support HuffPostOur 2024 Coverage Needs YouYour Loyalty Means The World To UsAt HuffPost, we believe that everyone needs high-quality journalism, but we understand that not everyone can afford to pay for expensive news subscriptions. That is why we are committed to providing deeply reported, carefully fact-checked news that is freely accessible to everyone.Whether you come to HuffPost for updates on the 2024 presidential race, hard-hitting investigations into critical issues facing our country today, or trending stories that make you laugh, we appreciate you. The truth is, news costs money to produce, and we are proud that we have never put our stories behind an expensive paywall.Would you join us to help keep our stories free for all? Your contribution of as little as $2 will go a long way.As Americans head to the polls in 2024, the very future of our country is at stake. At HuffPost, we believe that a free press is critical to creating well-informed voters. That’s why our journalism is free for everyone, even though other newsrooms retreat behind expensive paywalls.Our journalists will continue to cover the twists and turns during this historic presidential election. With your help, we’ll bring you hard-hitting investigations, well-researched analysis and timely takes you can’t find elsewhere. Reporting in this current political climate is a responsibility we do not take lightly, and we thank you for your support.Contribute as little as $2 to keep our news free for all.Dear HuffPost ReaderThank you for your past contribution to HuffPost. We are sincerely grateful for readers like you who help us ensure that we can keep our journalism free for everyone.The stakes are high this year, and our 2024 coverage could use continued support. Would you consider becoming a regular HuffPost contributor?Dear HuffPost ReaderThank you for your past contribution to HuffPost. We are sincerely grateful for readers like you who help us ensure that we can keep our journalism free for everyone.The stakes are high this year, and our 2024 coverage could use continued support. If circumstances have changed since you last contributed, we hope you’ll consider contributing to HuffPost once more.Support HuffPostAlready contributed? Log in to hide these messages.RelatedDonald TrumpSupreme Courtcapitol riotLiz CheneyTrump Once Again Goes After Daughter Of Judge Overseeing Hush Money TrialJim Jordan Mocked For Claiming ‘No One Backs The Blue’ More Than TrumpSeth Meyers Predicts Trump’s Next Merch Move, And It’s Filthy …
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“I think it’s very important that the Supreme Court recognize that what he’s doing is a delaying tactic,” Cheney said.She continued, “It cannot be the case that a president of the United States can attempt to overturn an election and seize power. And that our justice system is incapable of holding a trial, of holding him to account before the next election. That cannot be the case.”Cheney, former vice chair of the Jan. 6 committee, held for applause before adding that she trusts SCOTUS will deal with Trump’s appeal in a “responsible and expeditious fashion.”“But recognize that taking action that will result in further delay in preventing the American people from seeing that evidence in open court is itself suppression of the evidence that the American people have a right to see that evidence. And the court ought to recognize that,” she said.Advertisement
Cheney’s remarks arrive less than two weeks after Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), who also served on the Jan. 6 committee, asked if SCOTUS would move with “great speed” to reject the presumptive GOP presidential nominee’s “bogus” claim.Special counsel Jack Smith called on the Supreme Court to swiftly take action on Trump’s claim in December before his request was rejected.Liz Cheney: “It cannot be the case that a President of the United States can attempt to overturn an election and seize power and that our justice system is incapable…of holding him to account before the next election.” pic.twitter.com/b1sKO2Nbgo— Republican Voters Against Trump (@AccountableGOP) March 28, 2024Support HuffPostOur 2024 Coverage Needs YouYour Loyalty Means The World To UsAt HuffPost, we believe that everyone needs high-quality journalism, but we understand that not everyone can afford to pay for expensive news subscriptions. That is why we are committed to providing deeply reported, carefully fact-checked news that is freely accessible to everyone.Whether you come to HuffPost for updates on the 2024 presidential race, hard-hitting investigations into critical issues facing our country today, or trending stories that make you laugh, we appreciate you. The truth is, news costs money to produce, and we are proud that we have never put our stories behind an expensive paywall.Would you join us to help keep our stories free for all? Your contribution of as little as $2 will go a long way.As Americans head to the polls in 2024, the very future of our country is at stake. At HuffPost, we believe that a free press is critical to creating well-informed voters. That’s why our journalism is free for everyone, even though other newsrooms retreat behind expensive paywalls.Our journalists will continue to cover the twists and turns during this historic presidential election. With your help, we’ll bring you hard-hitting investigations, well-researched analysis and timely takes you can’t find elsewhere. Reporting in this current political climate is a responsibility we do not take lightly, and we thank you for your support.Contribute as little as $2 to keep our news free for all.Dear HuffPost ReaderThank you for your past contribution to HuffPost. We are sincerely grateful for readers like you who help us ensure that we can keep our journalism free for everyone.The stakes are high this year, and our 2024 coverage could use continued support. Would you consider becoming a regular HuffPost contributor?Dear HuffPost ReaderThank you for your past contribution to HuffPost. We are sincerely grateful for readers like you who help us ensure that we can keep our journalism free for everyone.The stakes are high this year, and our 2024 coverage could use continued support. If circumstances have changed since you last contributed, we hope you’ll consider contributing to HuffPost once more.Support HuffPostAlready contributed? Log in to hide these messages.RelatedDonald TrumpSupreme Courtcapitol riotLiz CheneyTrump Once Again Goes After Daughter Of Judge Overseeing Hush Money TrialJim Jordan Mocked For Claiming ‘No One Backs The Blue’ More Than TrumpSeth Meyers Predicts Trump’s Next Merch Move, And It’s Filthy …nnDiscussion:nn” ai_name=”RocketNews AI: ” start_sentence=”Can I tell you more about this article?” text_input_placeholder=”Type ‘Yes'”]