Jan. 6 Criminal Charges:

Obstruction of congress-

It is illegal to interrupt an official proceeding of the federal government, the Jan. 6 riot aimed at disrupting a meeting of Congress that was certifying President Joe Biden’s win in the 2020 election.

Conspiracy to defraud the U.S.-

Based on a law that makes it illegal to obstruct the functions of the government by dishonest means, which is being recommended for Mr. Trump and lawyer John Eastman, both of whom were involved in efforts to overturn the 2020 election.

Conspiracy to make false statements-

This charge comes from Mr. Trump’s efforts to create and advance slates of fake electors from states won by Biden in an attempt to reverse the 2020 election results. Inciting an insurrection- Inciting, aiding, and comforting an insurrection, or rebellion against the government, is a serious criminal charge that can result in time in prison and incapability to hold office. According to the committee, Mr. Trump aided Jan. 6 rioters, intending to disrupt the peaceful transfer of power.

Inciting an insurrection-

Inciting, aiding, and comforting an insurrection, or rebellion against the government, is a serious criminal charge that can result in time in prison and incapability to hold office. According to the committee, Mr. Trump aided Jan. 6 rioters, intending to disrupt the peaceful transfer of power.