Prosecutors return superseding indictment against Trump in his Jan. 6 case

Prosecutors return superseding indictment against Trump in his Jan. 6 case

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A new superseding indictment against former President Donald Trump in the January 6 case has been announced by special counsel Jack Smith. The indictment follows guidance from the US Supreme Court, which required the exclusion of actions under Trump's official presidential role. A new grand jury reviewed the evidence, leading to the indictment. The announcement was unexpected, as many believed the case was weakened after the Supreme Court's decision. Legal affairs correspondent Ava Joy Burnett reports on the developments and the secrecy surrounding the process.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is the main focus of the new superseding indictment against former President Donald Trump?

His financial dealings

The January 6th case

His foreign policy decisions

The 2020 election results

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What role does the new grand jury play in the indictment process?

They review new evidence presented by Jack Smith

They oversee the media coverage of the case

They are responsible for sentencing

They provide legal advice to the defense

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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How did the US Supreme Court influence the indictment against Trump?

By allowing all evidence to be included

By dismissing the case entirely

By setting guidelines on what can be included

By appointing a new special counsel

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Why was the new indictment considered a surprise?

It was predicted by legal experts

It was unexpected due to the secretive process

It was announced during a public hearing

It was leaked to the press early

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the anticipated event following the new indictment?

A public apology from Trump

The first in-person hearing

A press conference by Jack Smith

A Supreme Court review