We asked an expert on that case what lessons it held for prosecutors, and what the American public might expect from “Trump on trial.”What Criminal Charges Might Trump Face? To prosecute him for seditious conspiracy, or even conspiracy to defraud the United States, would be an explosive development that could have any number of far-reaching consequences. “If that Trump court came down against Trump, that could have tremendous authority,” said Newmyer. Finally, it’s worth considering another possible course of action that doesn’t require a criminal trial, but might be somewhat complicated. However, in principle, Section 3 offers an intriguing alternative for those who wish to see Trump barred from ever holding office again, with or without the prospect of a criminal trial and conviction.

Source: New York Times June 22, 2022 18:16 UTC