Former President Trump Faces 37 Charges from State Prosecutor
The United States state prosecutor has filed 37 charges against former President Donald Trump. These charges include endangering the United States by keeping secret documents in boxes containing military and nuclear secrets after leaving the White House. The charges also include allegations of obstruction of justice and false testimony.
Accusations of a Conspiracy
Trump has claimed that the charges against him are part of a conspiracy plotted by Democrats to prevent his arrival at the House of White, who hopes to return to it in 2024.
“The Laws in the United States Apply to Everyone”
Investigating special counsel Jack Smith revealed the list of charges during a brief televised appearance. He stressed that laws that “protect national defense information are necessary” and “violating them puts our country at risk.” Smith called for a “quick trial” for the Republican billionaire.
A Presidential Precedent
On Thursday, Trump announced he was indicted by the federal judiciary for handling documents from the White House archives in a presidential precedent. He said he was subpoenaed in Miami on Tuesday.
Boxes of Secret Documents
The indictment alleges that boxes of secret documents were stored stacked in the lobby and then moved to a “pantry” accessed from the pool. Documents marked “top secret” were seen on the floor in this area. The indictment includes a photograph showing stacks of boxes in a large bathroom.
Information on Defense Capabilities and Nuclear Programs
The documents Trump is alleged to have taken included “information relating to the defense capabilities of both the United States and foreign countries, as well as US nuclear programs.”
“This is Not America Anymore!”
Trump commented on his “Truth Social” network: “This is not America anymore!” He emphasized that he “never had anything to hide.”
A Quick Trial
It remains to be seen how the charges against Trump will play out. However, with a call for a “quick trial” from the investigating special counsel, it appears that the case is set to move forward sooner rather than later.
