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Nuclear Secrets and Taped Conversations: A Look at the Evidence Against Trump.

Jun 12, 2023

Ben Protess, an investigative reporter from The New York Times, dives into Donald Trump's recent federal indictment over mishandling classified materials. He reveals shocking details about the improper storage of sensitive documents and the legal ramifications of Trump's actions. The discussion emphasizes how personal insecurities may have influenced these decisions. Protess also highlights the significance of the evidence gathered against Trump, including insights from his own lawyer, shedding light on a complex web of legal challenges.

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Trump directs employee to hide classified documents and pluck out incriminating ones

03:00

Intro

3min

Classified Chaos: The Indictment Unpacked

8min

Classified Conundrums: Trump's Legal Quagmire

6min

Legal Quandaries of Trump's Document Case

7min

Contrasting Indictments: Business Records vs. National Security

3min

Emergency Transportation Crisis: Interstate 95 Collapse

2min

Last week, Donald Trump was charged with federal violations relating to his handling of classified material after leaving office.

Ben Protess, who covers the government and law enforcement for The Times, discusses the indictment and walks us through the evidence.

Guest: Ben Protess, an investigative reporter for The New York Times.

Background reading:

The Trump indictment shows critical evidence came from one of his own lawyers.
The information about the yearlong inquiry contains a host of embarrassing and potentially devastating new revelations. Here’s what we learned.

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