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“The people deeply respect the office of the president, are mindful of the demands and obligations of the presidency, and acknowledge that defendant’s inauguration will raise unprecedented legal questions,” Bragg wrote.

With Trump's inauguration just weeks away, little time remained on the calendar for a new round of motions and briefs, Mr Epner said.

He reportedly told Netanyahu he wants Israel to wrap up its conflicts in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon before the Jan. 20 inauguration.

Given Biden’s record, some think the president is highly likely to approve one or more of the monuments before Trump’s inauguration.

Trump's top team is now largely in place ahead of his inauguration on 20 January, although some roles - including Carr's - will require approval from members of the US Senate.