Trump's Ex-White House Chief Of Staff Mark Meadows Granted Immunity In Election Fraud Testimony

Former White House Chief of Staff, Mark Meadows, has been granted immunity and has testified to special counsel Jack Smith regarding President Donald Trump’s claims about the 2020 election.

What Happened: According to ABC News on Monday, Meadows has met with special counsel Smith’s team for testimony at least three times this year, including once before a federal grand jury. This was made possible after Meadows was granted immunity to testify under oath.

The sources reveal that Meadows had warned Trump multiple times in the weeks following the 2020 presidential election that the allegations of significant voting fraud were unfounded. This stands in stark contrast to Trump’s persistent rhetoric about the election results.

Meadows reportedly informed investigators that Trump’s early claim of election victory on the night of Nov. 3, 2020, before the final results were in, was “dishonest.” This adds to the mounting evidence being gathered by Smith’s team in their prosecution of Trump for alleged attempts to unlawfully retain power and spread falsehoods about the 2020 election.

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Meadows’ immunity from federal prosecution allows the information he provided to the grand jury to be used in the case against Trump, shedding further light on the activities within the Trump administration during the disputed election period.

Why It Matters:

Meadows’ past attempts to shift his case to federal court were unsuccessful, implying a rocky start to his legal defense. His recent immunity grant and testimony could turn the tide for Trump’s prosecution.

Previously, Meadows, along with other allies of Trump, pleaded not guilty in the Georgia election subversion case. His new testimony, protected by immunity, could provide key information for the prosecution.

This development comes after Trump expressed hope for Meadows’ loyalty amid the racketeering indictment. How this immunity grant impacts their relationship remains to be seen.

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