Trump's Legal Woes Mount as Indictment is Filed
Charges Stem from Special Counsel Investigation
Former President Faces Multiple Accusations
Former President Donald Trump is facing a new legal challenge after being indicted Tuesday on charges stemming from Special Counsel Jack Smith's investigation. The indictment is the latest blow to Trump, who has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing and has accused his political opponents of a witch hunt.
According to the indictment, Trump is charged with obstruction of justice, witness tampering, and other crimes. The charges are related to Special Counsel Smith's investigation into Trump's alleged interference in the 2020 election. Smith's investigation is also looking into Trump's role in the January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Trump pleaded not guilty to the charges Thursday afternoon during a hearing in federal court in Washington, D.C. He has denied any wrongdoing and has vowed to fight the charges.
The indictment is a significant development in the Trump Russia investigation, which has been ongoing for more than two years. The charges against Trump are the most serious to be filed against a former president in American history.
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