Should Donald Trump face trial for attempting to overturn the 2020 election? U.S. prosecutors believe so, arguing that Trump should be held accountable for his “private crimes” in a recent court filing that reveals his interactions with Mike Pence. The government contends that Trump, acting as a private citizen and candidate, pressured Pence to intervene in the certification of Joe Biden’s win on Jan. 6, 2021.
In a 165-page brief released on Wednesday, the government shed light on Trump’s actions and reignited the legal debate over whether he can be held liable for his alleged misconduct. This latest development comes after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that presidents are immune from prosecution for official acts while in office.
The revelations from the court filing raise important questions about accountability and the rule of law. As the legal battle unfolds, the American public eagerly awaits the conclusion of this chapter in U.S. history.