Former President Donald J. Trump has been indicted on four federal charges for allegedly trying to overturn the 2020 election.Prosecutors say the charges — including “conspiracy to defraud the United States” and “obstruction and attempted obstruction of an official proceeding” — stem from efforts to disrupt the certification of electoral votes.
According to the indictment, Trump and his allies spread “false claims of widespread fraud” and pushed strategies such as pressuring officials and promoting alternate electors.
Prosecutors also claim he encouraged attempts to interfere with Congress on January 6.
The charges carry serious penalties, with some obstruction counts allowing for sentences of up to 20 years.
Legal experts call the case unprecedented, raising questions about presidential power and the limits of political speech.
Trump has pleaded not guilty, arguing his actions were protected, while prosecutors say they were “deliberate attempts to undermine a lawful process.”
