The Supreme Court declared on Tuesday that it would not allow Mark Meadows, the former White House chief of staff under Donald Trump, to transfer his election interference case from Georgia state court to the federal level.

Meadows is one of 19 individuals charged in Georgia, where he faces accusations of participating in an unlawful effort to maintain Trump’s presidency following his loss in the 2020 election. Trump himself is also facing charges; however, following his reelection victory last week, the prospect of a trial appears unlikely, especially while he continues to serve in his position. Both Meadows and Trump have denied any wrongdoing.

The implications of the recent election results on the others implicated in the case remain uncertain. Currently, proceedings are largely stalled as an appeals court is examining the potential removal of Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis due to her personal relationship with the special prosecutor she appointed to handle the case.

Meadows’ appeal to the Supreme Court sought to have the charges moved away from Georgia courts. He contended that the case should be adjudicated in a federal court, asserting that the matter involves his responsibilities as a federal official. To bolster his case, he referenced a Supreme Court ruling which afforded Trump extensive immunity from criminal charges.