Former US President Donald Trump is facing additional charges related to his handling of classified government documents following his departure from the White House. Some of the documents involved were marked as top secret. This marks the second indictment against Trump, who earlier this year became the first former US president to face criminal charges, and is set to stand trial in New York next year.
While the specific details of the seven charges have not been made public, US media reports suggest that Trump is accused of possessing important and sensitive information without proper authorization. If found guilty, he could face a maximum prison sentence of 10 years.
Trump maintains his innocence, as expressed in a social media post. He will be required to appear in a Miami court next week, where he will be formally arrested and informed of the charges against him.
An indictment is a legal document that outlines the specific charges against an individual, ensuring they are aware of the alleged criminal offenses they are being accused of. Trump’s recent indictment adds to the legal challenges he currently faces, and he continues to vehemently deny any wrongdoing.
In response to the charges, Trump stated, “I never thought it possible that such a thing could happen to a former president of the United States. This is indeed a dark day for the United States of America. We are a country in serious and rapid decline, but together we will Make America Great Again!”
