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The case against Donald Trump includes indictments of conspiracy to defraud the government, obstruct an official proceeding, and disenfranchise voters.
Charging someone with multiple crimes and proving their intent presents a challenge in the pending federal case against Trump.
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Trump's pending federal case
The case against former President Donald Trump is unique because he tried to overthrow the election. The three central indictments are conspiracy to defraud the government, conspiracy to obstruct an official proceeding, and conspiracy to disenfranchise voters. The evidence includes claiming fraud, pressuring Mike Pence, ordering fake electors, and encouraging people to storm the Capitol. The case highlights the challenge of charging someone with multiple crimes and proving their intent.
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The complexity of Trump's case
The pending federal case against Trump presents challenges in finding the best way to charge him for his actions. His defense could argue that his actions were protected by the First Amendment or that he believed his claims of fraud were true, justifying his actions. However, the various indictments, such as conspiracy to defraud the government and conspiracy to disenfranchise voters, offer multiple ways to explain his actions and hold him accountable.