Former US President Donald Trump is not immune from civil claims alleging his 'Stop the Steal' rally remarks incited the January 6, 2021 Capitol attack.
Federal Judge Amit Mehta determined Trump's speech did not fall within the scope of his presidential duties and could be seen as incitement, rejecting arguments for immunity based on First Amendment protections.
Mehta stated the burden is on Trump to prove official-acts immunity at trial, setting the stage for potential civil proceedings in the same courthouse where he faced criminal charges.