Trump faces legal battles even after dodging major charges

Published January 3, 2025 6:30am ET



President-elect Donald Trump, once facing significant criminal and civil legal challenges, has seen an astounding shift in his circumstances following his election win but still faces legal problems, if on a smaller scale.

Federal criminal cases that carried penalties of up to decades in prison against him have been dismissed, state cases are stalled, and appeals courts may reduce hefty civil penalties — a stark contrast from where the incoming president stood just one year ago.

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