By Martin Belam
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11.15am BST
Here’s a little reminder of what we can expect at the US supreme court today. The cases being decided today hinge on whether Congress and the Manhattan district attorney can see President Donald Trump’s taxes and other financial records.
Trump has fought bitterly to keep them a secret. Mark Sherman at Associated Press reports that the case is viewed as a test of the balance of power between the White House and Congress, as well as Trump’s assertion that he can’t be investigated while he holds office.
11.06am BST
Good morning, and welcome to our coverage of US politics. Here’s a quick summary of where we are, and what we might be able to expect today.
Source: US supreme court to rule on Trump tax returns while coronavirus cases soar – live updates
Category: Donald Trump, US news, World news, Coronavirus outbreak
