Donald J. Trump is facing multiple legal challenges related to his business and political activities, with the cases expected to play out over the coming months in the midst of the 2024 election season. Here is a guide to the major criminal cases involving the former president.
Latest development Feb. 15
Ruling that the hush-money case against Donald J. Trump in Manhattan criminal court can proceed, Justice Juan M. Merchan said he planned to begin the trial on March 25.
Where Does Each Case Stand?
Mr. Trump is at the center of at least four separate criminal cases, at both the state and federal levels, into matters related to his business and political careers.
Federal Jan. 6 Case
Related to Mr. Trump’s efforts to retain power after the 2020 election and the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol.
Election Case in Georgia
Related to efforts to reverse Mr. Trump’s 2020 election loss in Georgia.
Classified Documents Case
Related to Mr. Trump’s handling of sensitive government documents he took with him when he left office.
Manhattan Hush-Money Case
Related to payments to cover up a sex scandal during the 2016 presidential campaign.
What Are the Charges Against Trump?
Mr. Trump faces dozens of counts across the four cases in which he has been charged.
Federal Jan. 6 Case
4 counts
Related to efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election and obstruct the certification of the electoral vote.
Classified Documents Case
40 counts
Related to possession of classified documents and obstructing efforts to retrieve them.
Who Are the Prosecutors in Each Case?
Jack Smith was appointed by Attorney General Merrick B. Garland in November to investigate two federal cases against Mr. Trump: his attempt to overturn the 2020 election and his retention of classified materials. Two cases against Mr. Trump at the state level are led by district attorneys in New York and Fulton County, Ga.
Jan. 6 Case, Classified Documents Case
Jack Smith
Special counsel
Election Case in Georgia
Fani T. Willis
Fulton County district attorney
Manhattan Hush-Money Case
Alvin L. Bragg
Manhattan district attorney
What Comes Next?
Mr. Trump has been indicted in four inquiries, with the cases expected to unfold as he runs for president again.
Jan. 6 Case
Investigation began
Dec. 2021
Election Case in Georgia
Investigation began
Feb. 2021
Classified Documents Case
Investigation began
March 2022
Manhattan Hush-Money Case
Investigation began
Sept. 2019
Title: Keeping Track of the Trump Criminal Cases
URL: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2023/us/trump-investigations-charges-indictments.html
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Date: February 15, 2024 at 08:07PM
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