Never before has a convicted felon been elected to the nation’s highest office, just as an ex-president had never been criminally charged until last year https

If Donald Trump were to be reelected president, it would likely have significant implications for his ongoing criminal and civil cases, although the precise effects would depend on the specifics of each case and legal proceedings.

Criminal Cases:
As president, Trump would retain the same legal rights and responsibilities as any other citizen. He could not use the presidency to directly stop criminal cases, but there are several potential impacts:

Federal Cases: Trump could potentially exercise his pardon power, though he may not be able to pardon himself for state-level charges.
State Cases: He would remain subject to state-level charges, which the presidency does not shield him from. However, these cases could face delays, as any legal challenges could be prolonged due to the complexities of prosecuting a sitting president.
Executive Privilege: Trump’s attorneys could argue that certain actions, particularly related to his role in office, fall under executive privilege, though this is likely to be contested in court.
Civil Cases:
Civil suits could continue even if Trump were reelected. However, as president, he might be afforded certain legal immunities related to his actions while in office. These cases could also face delays due to the executive branch’s involvement and the need to balance legal obligations with presidential duties. Civil litigants would likely continue pursuing damages or other legal remedies, but some cases might be paused or delayed as the courts navigate how to balance legal processes with presidential immunity.

In short, while Trump’s legal cases may continue during a second term, they would likely be subject to significant delays, strategic legal arguments, and challenge