Short, but we’re not considering this.
Yes, we could have at least some of the criminal cases decided before the election if the Court hadn’t dragged their heels. (And, having been given months to prepare an appeal from the decision of the DC appellate court, Trump’s lawyers submitted something which essentially ignores that decision).
On the other hand,
Focus groups had reported that most voters didn’t know that Trump was seeking total immunity from prosecution, and -- when they learned this — most of them were not happy.
With the hearing, Trump’s wish is in the headlines.