Here's a summary of the background on the case involving the special counsel's request for the Supreme Court to rule on presidential immunity for Trump:

• Special Counsel Jack Smith is handling the case against former President Donald J. Trump.
• The case involves Trump's alleged involvement in attempting to overturn the 2020 election.
• The special counsel has requested the US Supreme Court to make a fast-track decision on whether Trump is entitled to absolute immunity from prosecution.
• This request aims to avoid any delays in the trial scheduled for March 4.
• This request comes after Judge Chutkan rejected Trump's claim of presidential immunity in a similar case.
• The court has agreed to consider the issue on an expedited basis, indicating the seriousness with which they are taking Smith's request.

Sources

Special Counsel Asks Supreme Court to Decide if Trump Is Immune From ProsecutionSpecial Counsel Seeks Supreme Court Review on Trump Immunity (3)Special counsel asks Supreme Court to rule on Trump's immunity in Jan. 6 case - ABC NewsIs Trump Immune From Criminal Charges? What To Know About 'Presidential Immunity' As Supreme Court Weighs Taking Up Case. - ForbesTrump legal news brief: Special counsel asks Supreme Court to decide whether former president is immune from prosecutionSpecial Counsel Jack Smith Petitions the Supreme Court to rule on Trump's Immunity Defense | Lawfare

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