Appeals Court Skeptical of Meadows' Attempt to Move Election Case to Federal Court
• Appeals court skeptical of Meadows' attempt to move election interference case to federal court, arguing his actions were part of White House duties • Judges concerned that everything seems to be considered within Meadows' official duties, which "cannot be right" • Judges also skeptical that removal statute applies to former federal officers accused of state crimes • Concern that keeping Meadows case in state court could chill future federal officials who run for office • 15 defendants remain in racketeering case; 4 of Trump's co-defendants already cut deals to plead guilty and testify