Trump calls Jan. 6 a “beautiful day” during CNN town hall
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Donald Trump has requested a meeting with Attorney General Merrick Garland in the clearest sign yet that an indictment could be on the horizon following the criminal investigation into the former president’s handling of classified documents.
In a letter published to Truth Social, Trump’s lawyers claimed he had been “unfairly treated” and the victim of “continuing injustice” by special counsel Jack Smith, who is leading the investigation into the fund of documents found in Mar-a. -Lago after Trump left office.
It is common for defense attorneys to seek meetings with the Justice Department when there are potential indictments, but it is unusual to seek a meeting with the AG himself.
The letter was sent the same day Mr Trump appeared in court via video for a second hearing in his criminal case on Tuesday.
The former president was on screen in Manhattan Criminal Court for Judge Juan Merchan to make sure he understood the terms of the protective order in the case.
Judge Merchan also set a trial date for March 25, 2024, in the middle of the Republican primaries. Mr Trump looked visibly upset by this, throwing his arms in the air.
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