John Eastman, a prominent attorney representing former President Trump, has been officially disbarred this week following a judge’s ruling stripping him of his law license due to his involvement in challenging the 2020 election results.

In a recent development, Eastman petitioned a California judge to halt the disbarment proceedings, citing exorbitant legal expenses incurred.

Eastman, known for his role as a lawyer for the Trump 2020 election campaign, faced disbarment in California for his alleged efforts to contest the presidential election results, with critics accusing him of “undermining democracy.”

The controversial figure came under further scrutiny from the January 6 Committee, which initiated federal action against him, portraying his legal actions as an attempt to overturn the election results amidst allegations of widespread fraud.

Notably, Eastman found himself in a dramatic encounter with FBI agents last June, who intercepted him and his companions as they were leaving a restaurant in New Mexico, purportedly seizing his iPhone 12 Pro.

Adding to his legal woes, Eastman was indicted by Fani Willis and charged with multiple offenses, including racketeering, solicitation of violation of oath by a public officer, and various conspiracy charges related to filing false documents and forgery.

The developments surrounding Eastman underscore the ongoing legal battles and political tensions surrounding the aftermath of the 2020 election.