Supreme Court Blocks Meadows' Federal Court Bid in Georgia Election Case

The Supreme Court denied Mark Meadows' request to move his Georgia election interference case to federal court. Indicted with 18 others, Meadows argues federal jurisdiction due to his official duties. Appeals in the case are ongoing, with potential implications for the other defendants.

The Supreme Court has refused a request from former Trump White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows to transfer his election interference case in Georgia to a federal court.

Meadows, among 19 individuals indicted for allegedly attempting to keep Donald Trump in power after the 2020 election loss, sought the move, citing his role as a federal official. The court, however, denied this request, despite growing tensions following Trump's re-election victory, which might impact possible trials.

The case's trajectory remains uncertain as an appeals court reviews a move to replace Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis due to her personal ties with the special prosecutor she appointed. Meadows' argument referenced the Supreme Court's ruling on Trump's immunity to innovate his defense strategy.

(With inputs from agencies.)