Prosecutors said holding several lengthy trials instead of one beginning on Oct. 23 would “create an enormous strain on the judicial resources” of the court and would favor the defendants tried later, who would have the advantage of seeing the state’s evidence and arguments ahead of time.
GOP candidates say limited paper ballot shortages and delayed poll openings at some locations on Election Day last fall turned voters away.
During Trump’s turbulent four years in office, he and the local government publicly sparred multiple times — in tones ranging from playful to deeply personal.
The filing is an effort by Trump to escape one of the multiple legal challenges he faces.
Prosecutors with the Attorney General’s office will determine whether criminal charges are appropriate.
