Trump surrenders as part of ‘election interference’ case

Former US President Donald Trump has turned himself in on charges of interfering with the results of the 2020 election in the state of Georgia.

CRIMINAL PHOTO WAS TAKEN

Trump arrived at the Fulton County Jail in Georgia overnight under heavy security and completed detention procedures. Fingerprints were taken from Trump, who was detained for the fourth time since April because of the charges against him. It was claimed in the US press news that the criminal photograph of Trump was taken. This practice is the first in the country’s history by a US president.

The Fulton District Prison shared with the press the criminal photo of the former president of the United States, which was included in the arrest file, after he left the prison building after his release and boarded his private plane. In the photo, a non-smiling Trump is seen looking directly into the lens with a serious expression and a scowl on his face.

OUT IN 20 MINUTES

Trump, who posted bail set at $200,000 in this case, left prison in about 20 minutes. Trump was charged with 13 counts, including “inciting to break the oath of a public official,” “conspiring to make false statements,” and “violating state anti-corruption and racketeering laws.”

MADE AN EXPLANATION

In statements to the press before boarding his private plane, Trump stated that he opposes the election results and that he has the right to do so.

“These cases are a mockery of justice,” Trump said. We’re not wrong, I didn’t do anything wrong. Everybody knows it and there is great support.” saying.

“Those who bring cases are essentially interfering in the election.” In his statement, Trump reiterated that he has the right to criticize the election, which he considers fraudulent.

SUPPORTERS AND NON-SUPPORTERS

In the messages shared on social networks, it was seen that American society was divided in two regarding the Trump case.

Some of the lawsuits against Trump, one of the Republican Party candidates for the 2024 presidential elections, interpreted the rule of law in the country and the operation of the system.

Others backed Trump, describing the trials as a “witch hunt.”

THE CLAIM WAS ANNOUNCED ON AUGUST 14

In Atlanta, Georgia, the indictment, bringing new charges against Trump, was unsealed on August 14, following evidence and witness statements presented by Fulton District Attorneys, who have long investigated the allegation. of “attempted interference in the 2020 elections”. results of the presidential elections in the state.

In the 98-page indictment, which included 41 counts, Trump was charged with 13 counts.

In addition to Trump, 18 other people were charged, including his former lawyers Rudy Giuliani and former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows.

The defendants must surrender tomorrow no later than noon. (AA)