Chutkan sets Aug. 16 hearing in Trump election interference case

The judge overseeing former President Trump’s federal election interference case has set a hearing for Aug. 16 at 10 a.m., which Trump is not required to attend.

In an order filed Saturday, obtained by The Hill, U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan announced the new meeting will be a status conference.

After the Supreme Court last month carved out immunity for former presidents, Trump’s case was on hold. Now, with Chutkan’s announcement, it appears to be back on track.

All parties will file a status report by Aug.