All articles tagged with #conspiracy charges
A US army veteran and Afghanistan war hero, Bajun Mavalwalla II, was arrested and charged with conspiracy after participating in a protest against ICE in Spokane, raising concerns about the escalation of government efforts to suppress protests and potential racial profiling, amid broader political and legal debates over free speech and law enforcement powers.
Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez faces new conspiracy and obstruction of justice charges related to a bribery scheme involving Egypt and Qatar, following a businessman's guilty plea and cooperation with the investigation. The superseding indictment includes charges of conspiracy, obstruction of justice, public official acting as a foreign agent, bribery, extortion, and honest services wire fraud, adding substantive crimes to the previous conspiracy charges. Menendez denies any wrongdoing and accuses prosecutors of targeting him.
Federal prosecutors plan to present evidence during former President Donald Trump's trial on charges of plotting to overturn the 2020 election, showcasing his history of baseless claims, threats, and support for far-right groups like the Proud Boys. They aim to tie Trump more closely to the violence that occurred during the Capitol attack on January 6, 2021, and demonstrate his continued support for those involved. The prosecutors seek to present a broader narrative to the jury, highlighting Trump's use of lies, retaliation, and threats of violence to achieve his goals. Trump's legal team will have the opportunity to contest the admissibility of this evidence.
Sidney Powell, a prominent attorney and ally of former President Trump, has pleaded guilty to six misdemeanor counts in connection with her involvement in the alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. As part of her plea agreement, Powell will serve six years on probation, pay a $6,000 fine, and testify against any co-defendants, potentially including Trump himself.
Defendants in the Georgia election interference case against Donald Trump and his allies, including Rudolph Giuliani and Mark Meadows, are seeking donations to fund their legal defense. The case, which involves 18 defendants, could take months or even years to resolve. Some defendants have turned to fundraising campaigns, such as selling "MAGA honey" bottles shaped like Trump's head, while others have sought financial help through third-party groups. The amount of money raised may determine whether defendants choose to fight the charges or make plea deals. Trump himself has raised millions of dollars from small donors through his political action committee, Save America.
A federal judge is expected to rule on whether former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows should be tried in federal court for his alleged involvement in the Georgia election interference case. Meadows argues that he was acting as a federal employee when he allegedly helped Trump plot to overturn his loss in the 2020 election. Prosecutors argue that he was acting as a political associate and should be tried in state court. Meadows' high-stakes testimony last week, where he admitted to participating in Trump's fake electors scheme, could impact the outcome of the ruling.
Prosecutors in Georgia are considering bringing racketeering and conspiracy charges in connection with Donald Trump's effort to overturn the 2020 election in the state. Investigators have substantial evidence related to a possible conspiracy from inside and outside the state, including recordings of phone calls, emails, text messages, documents, and testimony before a special grand jury. The investigation includes false claims of election fraud, the fake elector scheme, efforts by unauthorized individuals to access voting machines, and threats and harassment against election workers. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis could make decisions on charges this spring.