Former President Donald Trump has been formally charged with multiple federal crimes, including “conspiracy to defraud the United States,” “obstruction and attempted obstruction of an official proceeding,” and “conspiracy to violate constitutionally protected rights.”

Prosecutors allege Trump and his allies tried to overturn the 2020 election results by “pressuring state officials,” spreading false claims of fraud, and attempting to disrupt the certification of electoral votes.

Legal experts call it “one of the most significant criminal proceedings ever brought against a former U.S. president.” If convicted, Trump could face serious penalties, including prison time.

Trump denies all allegations, calling the charges “politically motivated.” His legal team insists prosecutors are targeting him to “interfere with his political ambitions.”

The case adds to Trump’s growing legal troubles and is expected to be deeply divisive. As the trial unfolds, it will likely dominate national debate and test “the broader integrity of U.S. democratic institutions.”