The NPR Politics Podcast Trump Charged In Georgia, Alongside Election Subversion Allies
Aug 15, 2023
Delve into the complex indictment against Trump and 18 others for allegedly attempting to overturn the 2020 election results in Georgia. Discover how the state's RICO statute could reshape legal consequences for those involved. The role of Fulton County Prosecutor Fannie Willis shines, as she navigates this high-profile case. Uncover the emotional toll on election workers and the unique challenges of trying multiple defendants simultaneously. The discussion also reveals how these events could influence both state and national elections.
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Georgia RICO Charges
- All 19 individuals, including Trump, were charged under Georgia's RICO statute.
- This broad law targets participation in criminal enterprises through patterns of activity, carrying serious prison sentences.
Schemes to Overturn Election
- The indictment details various schemes to overturn the election, including pressuring election workers and creating false elector slates.
- Key figures like Rudy Giuliani and Mark Meadows are implicated for their roles in these efforts.
Prosecutorial Strategy
- Prosecutors might indict many people hoping lower-level individuals will cooperate against higher-ups.
- District Attorney Willis seems personally invested in the case, pursuing charges even against those less central to the scheme.