April 1, 2026

Judge rules Trump not immune from Jan. 6 civil claims

U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta ruled that Trump's rally speech on January 6 plausibly incited the Capitol riot and is not protected by First Amendment rights.
The ruling allows civil claims against Trump from Democratic lawmakers and law enforcement officers injured during the riot to proceed.
This decision follows a series of legal challenges regarding Trump's actions on January 6 and may lead to a civil trial in the future.