Supreme Court rejects Jack Smith’s request for justices to quickly hear Trump immunity dispute
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I mean, no it’s not being obtuse. He is a candidate for president. Legally he is no different now than if he were to win the nomination.
Also, there are exactly 0 stipulations on someone in jail from running or being president. Not being in jail is not one of the constitutional requirements.
This entire SCOTUS bit is largely irrelevant other than to secure a conviction before the election, which would sway voters.