Unsealed Evidence Details Trump's Election Case

U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan has unsealed 165 pages of evidence against former President Donald Trump in his election fraud case, revealing details of an alleged conspiracy to defraud the U.S. and obstruct official proceedings related to the 2020 election. The filing includes text messages from a Trump campaign staffer urging for riots outside a counting center when the vote count was unfavorable, drawing parallels to past election disruptions. Trump's defense argues the prosecution's approach is unusual, as they presented their case first, providing significant evidence ahead of schedule, potentially impacting the upcoming election. Trump has pleaded not guilty, labeling the charges as a political witch hunt aimed at undermining his 2024 presidential campaign. Legal analysts suggest that the evidence and tactics outlined by Special Counsel Jack Smith may challenge Trump's claims of immunity for actions taken while in office. The release of this evidence may significantly shape public perception and the legal landscape as the election approaches.