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Indictments related to President Trump’s attempt to overturn the 2020 Georgia election could be forthcoming. Here are the details:

A grand jury in Fulton County, Georgia, may soon consider charges against former President Donald Trump and his allies for allegedly trying to reverse the outcome of the state’s losing 2020 presidential election. Here’s what you need to know about that investigation and possible prosecution.

When did this investigation begin?

Investigation led by Fulton County District Attorney Fannie Williswhich began shortly after the January 2, 2021 record. phone A meeting between President Trump and Georgia Republican Secretary of State Brad Ravensperger has been made public. in the phone, President Trump told Ravensperger:“I just want to find 11,780 votes” — the number needed to overtake Joe Biden.

The investigation eventually escalated into a massive investigation into President Trump’s efforts to undermine the election in the months following Biden’s victory. In 2022, a special purpose grand jury delivered a verdict on the case.

What is the difference between a special purpose grand jury and a regular grand jury?

A special purpose grand jury had the power to issue subpoenas and prepare a final report containing recommendations for prosecution. We have interviewed 75 Witnesses over the six months of 2022.

part of the report released to the public In February, it said, “a majority of grand juries believe that perjury may have been perjured by one or more witnesses who testified at the trial,” noting that “the evidence is compelling” for the crime. It recommended that the district attorney seek “adequate prosecution.”

In a media interview after the report was delivered to Willis’ office, the special purpose grand jury directed foreman Multiple indictments were recommended.

The findings of the special purpose grand jury are presented to the regular grand jury to vote on whether to indict.

Who are the grand jurors?

On July 11, two groups of 23 Fulton County residents and three alternates were selected to the grand jury. One group meets on Mondays and Tuesdays. The other meets on Thursdays and Fridays. It is unclear which group will consider potential indictments against President Trump or his allies.

A majority of 12 people must vote in favor of the indictment.

When can Trump and others be indicted?

In a letter to county officials, Mr. Willis suggested that he could be charged in the case between July 31 and August 18.

Who else is at risk of prosecution?

Willis’ office could face charges in 2022 against so-called “fake electors” who tried to overturn state electoral votes and several Trump allies, including former Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani. sent a letter warning that

Who else was summoned?

Some of those interviewed by the special purpose grand jury Giuliani, South Carolina Republican Senator Lindsay Graham and former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows were all Trump allies. He also interviewed Georgia officials who are among Trump’s political critics, including Raffensperger and Georgia Governor Brian Kemp.

What happens after I am indicted?

The District Attorney’s Office and counsel will liaise to determine the date the defendant will appear for arraignment.

Trump has previously indicted twiceThursday, March 30, in new york state felony in Miami on Thursday, June 9. federal felony. In both cases, he was arraigned and pleaded not guilty the following Tuesday. In Fulton County, transit times may be shorter or significantly longer depending on logistics and security measures.

Will this be Trump’s third indictment?

yes. When a grand jury in Manhattan indicted Trump on March 30, Trump became the first person in U.S. history to be charged with a crime. Suspected falsification of business records After paying “hush money” to adult film star Stormy Daniels in 2016. The June 9 indictment made Trump the first ex-president in U.S. history to be indicted for federal crimes. At that time he was accused of 37 federal felonies Related to allegations of “deliberate retention” of top-secret documents.

What do Trump’s attorneys say about the Fulton County investigation?

In a Feb. 26 interview with CBS News after parts of the special grand jury report were released, Trump’s lawyers criticized the investigation.

“We absolutely do not believe our client did anything wrong,” said attorney Jennifer Little. I will fight,” he said.

His attorneys also filed three separate lawsuits to reverse the report, two in Fulton County Court and one in the Georgia Supreme Court.

Judges have yet to rule on either of these cases.

What did Mr. Trump say?

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has denied wrongdoing and defended his post-election phone call with Ravensperger as “perfect.” She is the first black woman to serve as the Fulton County District Attorney.

It is the latest in a series of charges President Trump has also made against the district attorney after Democrat Alvin Bragg, Manhattan’s first black district attorney, was indicted there.

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A grand jury in Fulton County, Georgia, may soon consider charges against former President Donald Trump and his allies for allegedly trying to reverse the outcome of the state’s losing 2020 presidential election. Here’s what you need to know about that investigation and possible prosecution.When did this investigation begin?Investigation led by Fulton County District Attorney Fannie Williswhich began shortly after the January 2, 2021 record. phone A meeting between President Trump and Georgia Republican Secretary of State Brad Ravensperger has been made public. in the phone, President Trump told Ravensperger:”I just want to find 11,780 votes” — the number needed to overtake Joe Biden. The investigation eventually escalated into a massive investigation into President Trump’s efforts to undermine the election in the months following Biden’s victory. In 2022, a special purpose grand jury delivered a verdict on the case.

What is the difference between a special purpose grand jury and a regular grand jury?A special purpose grand jury had the power to issue subpoenas and prepare a final report containing recommendations for prosecution. We have interviewed 75 Witnesses over the six months of 2022. part of the report released to the public In February, it said, “a majority of grand juries believe that perjury may have been perjured by one or more witnesses who testified at the trial,” noting that “the evidence is compelling” for the crime. It recommended that the district attorney seek “adequate prosecution.”

In a media interview after the report was delivered to Willis’ office, the special purpose grand jury directed foreman Multiple indictments were recommended. The findings of the special purpose grand jury are presented to the regular grand jury to vote on whether to indict.Who are the grand jurors?On July 11, two groups of 23 Fulton County residents and three alternates were selected to the grand jury. One group meets on Mondays and Tuesdays. The other meets on Thursdays and Fridays. It is unclear which group will consider potential indictments against President Trump or his allies.A majority of 12 people must vote in favor of the indictment.

When can Trump and others be indicted?In a letter to county officials, Mr. Willis suggested that he could be charged in the case between July 31 and August 18. Who else is at risk of prosecution?Willis’ office could face charges in 2022 against so-called “fake electors” who tried to overturn state electoral votes and several Trump allies, including former Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani. sent a letter warning thatWho else was summoned?Some of those interviewed by the special purpose grand jury Giuliani, South Carolina Republican Senator Lindsay Graham and former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows were all Trump allies. He also interviewed Georgia officials who are among Trump’s political critics, including Raffensperger and Georgia Governor Brian Kemp.What happens after I am indicted?The District Attorney’s Office and counsel will liaise to determine the date the defendant will appear for arraignment. Trump has previously indicted twiceThursday, March 30, in new york state felony in Miami on Thursday, June 9. federal felony. In both cases, he was arraigned and pleaded not guilty the following Tuesday. In Fulton County, transit times may be shorter or significantly longer depending on logistics and security measures.Will this be Trump’s third indictment?yes. When a grand jury in Manhattan indicted Trump on March 30, Trump became the first person in U.S. history to be charged with a crime. Suspected falsification of business records After paying “hush money” to adult film star Stormy Daniels in 2016. The June 9 indictment made Trump the first ex-president in U.S. history to be indicted for federal crimes. At that time he was accused of 37 federal felonies Related to allegations of “deliberate retention” of top-secret documents.What do Trump’s attorneys say about the Fulton County investigation?In a Feb. 26 interview with CBS News after parts of the special grand jury report were released, Trump’s lawyers criticized the investigation.

“We absolutely do not believe our client did anything wrong,” said attorney Jennifer Little. I will fight,” he said.His attorneys also filed three separate lawsuits to reverse the report, two in Fulton County Court and one in the Georgia Supreme Court.Judges have yet to rule on either of these cases.What did Mr. Trump say?Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has denied wrongdoing and defended his post-election phone call with Ravensperger as “perfect.” She is the first black woman to serve as the Fulton County District Attorney. It is the latest in a series of charges President Trump has also made against the district attorney after Democrat Alvin Bragg, Manhattan’s first black district attorney, was indicted there.

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