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Trump's RICO Lawsuit Against Clinton Dismissed
Trump's lawsuit against Clinton over alleged Russiagate conspiracy dismissed after federal judge ruled it frivolous.
In brief
Trump's lawsuit against Clinton over alleged Russiagate conspiracy dismissed after federal judge ruled it frivolous. Trump's RICO lawsuit against Clinton was dismissed by a federal judge for being frivolous and in bad faith. Originally reported by Law & Crime.
Trump's RICO Lawsuit Against Clinton
Trump filed a lawsuit against Clinton alleging a conspiracy to undermine his presidency through Russiagate.
“The lawsuit broadly accused Democrats of conspiring to bankroll 'an unthinkable plot' to tar the 2016 Trump campaign.”
Judge Dismisses Case as Frivolous
A federal judge dismissed the case, calling it frivolous and awarding $1 million in sanctions against Trump and his attorneys.
“The judge called the Florida suit a 'frivolous' and 'bad faith' action that warranted $1 million in sanctions.”
Supreme Court Requests Extension
Trump's attorneys requested a two-month extension from Supreme Court Justice Thomas to file a petition for certiorari.
“Attorneys asked Thomas for two months of extra time to conduct 'substantial legal research' and produce a 'clear, concise, and comprehensive petition for certiorari'.”
Supreme Court Grants Extension
Justice Thomas granted the extension, setting October 9 as the new filing date for the petition.
“Thomas granted the requests, setting Oct. 9 as the new filing date.”
Legal Team Filing Strategy
Trump's legal team argued the 11th Circuit court wrongly dismissed the case and sought to scold lower courts for punishing the president.
“The petition showed Trump's team hoped justices would scold lower courts for 'wrongly punish[ing] a President and his lawyers'.”
Sanctions Awarded to Trump
The judge awarded $66,274.73 to Trump and $937,989.39 in fees to his attorneys as sanctions for the frivolous lawsuit.
“The judge ordered the case dismissed and awarded $66,274.73 and $937,989.39 in fees as sanctions.”
Here's the gist
Trump's RICO lawsuit against Clinton was dismissed by a federal judge for being frivolous and in bad faith.
