Breaking Down New Charges Against Trump in Classified Documents Case
Ask students: How do these new charges illustrate the depth and breadth of the legal jeopardy in which former President Donald Trump now finds himself?
Special counsel Jack Smith expanded his classified documents case against former President Donald Trump with three new felony charges, including claims Trump asked a Mar-a-Lago worker to delete security footage sought by the grand jury investigating the mishandling of the government records. Geoff Bennett discussed the latest with Chuck Rosenberg, a former U.S. Attorney and a senior FBI official.
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Discussion Questions
- Why was a superseding indictment necessary in this case?
- How do these new charges illustrate the depth and breadth of the legal jeopardy in which former President Donald Trump now finds himself?
- Who is Carlos De Oliveira?
- What did Trump allegedly mishandle, according to this story?
- Where is Mar-a-Lago?
Focus Questions
How significant are these latest charges against Trump? Do you think Trump should continue to run for president? Why or why not?
Media Literacy: What are some important things to keep in mind when discussing indictments against Trump?
Extension Discussion
Discuss with a friend, neighbor or classmate — why do millions of Americans continue to support Trump despite the many indictments against him? Also, check out this latest update on the Trump charges with this story, Mar-a-Lago worker makes first court appearance in Trump’s classified documents case.
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