Prosecutors argued that the case is not politically motivated, with Prosecutor Nicholas Klingerman emphasizing that the indictments were issued by an Arizona grand jury to enforce the law against alleged fraud and conspiracy. Democratic Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes also rejected claims of political bias.
Defense attorneys argued that the prosecution violates their clients’ free speech rights, citing an anti-SLAPP statute that protects individuals from baseless legal actions intended to silence critics. This statute was amended in 2022 to apply to criminal charges, but prosecutors contend it does not apply in this case.
Judge Cohen did not specify when he will rule on the motions to dismiss, indicating he would decide on each motion separately. The trial for the remaining defendants is scheduled to begin on January 5, 2026.
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