Trump’s Effort to Target Rivals Stall as Judges Cut Short Basic Investigative Steps - The New York Times
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Judges are blocking Trump's efforts to investigate political rivals by curtailing basic procedures.
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Trump's efforts to target his rivals have encountered setbacks as judges have curtailed basic investigative procedures. The legal obstacles are preventing the administration from pursuing its intended investigations against political opponents.
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Courts are preventing the administration from pursuing intended investigations against opponents.
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Former President Donald Trump continues to exert significant influence on US politics, from taunting foreign leaders and shaping primary elections to making controversial statements on immigration and foreign policy, including his stance on the ongoing Iran conflict.
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