Episode

Is a Local Prosecutor Making the Strongest Case Against Trump?
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29:03
Published: Mon Aug 29 2022
Description

Since he left office, former President Donald J. Trump has been facing several investigations.They include the congressional inquiry into the Jan. 6 attack at the Capitol and the F.B.I.’s search of Mar-a-Lago, his club and Florida residence, as part of an investigation into his handling of classified material.Of all the government investigations, the one that is receiving the least attention — a case being made by a local prosecutor in Georgia — may end up being the most consequential.Guest: Richard Fausset, a correspondent based in Atlanta for The New York Times.Background reading: Over a year into a criminal investigation of election interference by Mr. Trump and his allies, a Georgia prosecutor is beginning to show the broad contours of her inquiry.Fani T. Willis, the Atlanta area district attorney, is seeking to build a broad conspiracy case that encompasses multifaceted efforts by Trump allies to disrupt and overturn the 2020 election.For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. 

Chapters
An old-school prosecutor in Atlanta is leading an investigation that has flown under the radar to many people.
00:00 - 03:30 (03:30)
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Atlanta prosecutor
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An old-school prosecutor in Atlanta is leading an investigation that has flown under the radar to many people. She ran her election campaign against bullies in the criminal justice system, but also recognizes the excesses in the system.

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Is a Local Prosecutor Making the Strongest Case Against Trump?
Podcast
The Daily
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis' potential RICO case against Donald Trump and others on his team could provide a detailed roadmap of how they allegedly undermined democracy in Georgia, if it ties together numerous efforts.
03:30 - 09:54 (06:24)
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Trump campaign
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Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis' potential RICO case against Donald Trump and others on his team could provide a detailed roadmap of how they allegedly undermined democracy in Georgia, if it ties together numerous efforts. However, it's unclear whether prosecutors will bring a case, and if so, where they will end up.

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Is a Local Prosecutor Making the Strongest Case Against Trump?
Podcast
The Daily
President Trump asked Georgia's Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to "find" 11,780 votes, one more than the number needed to overturn Joe Biden's lead in the state, according to a leaked phone call.
09:54 - 14:19 (04:25)
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Trump, Georgia election
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President Trump asked Georgia's Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to "find" 11,780 votes, one more than the number needed to overturn Joe Biden's lead in the state, according to a leaked phone call. Legal experts are debating whether his actions constitute an effort to interfere with the election.

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Is a Local Prosecutor Making the Strongest Case Against Trump?
Podcast
The Daily
In this episode, the host discusses the potential for a racketeering case against Donald Trump, his lawyers, and key members of the Republican party over their attempt to overturn the 2020 presidential election.
14:19 - 21:40 (07:20)
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Racketeering
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In this episode, the host discusses the potential for a racketeering case against Donald Trump, his lawyers, and key members of the Republican party over their attempt to overturn the 2020 presidential election.

Episode
Is a Local Prosecutor Making the Strongest Case Against Trump?
Podcast
The Daily
The district attorney leading the investigation against former President Donald Trump is approaching the case away from federal involvement, allowing for a potentially successful indictment or case to be brought against Trump in the future.
21:40 - 28:56 (07:15)
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Law Enforcement
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The district attorney leading the investigation against former President Donald Trump is approaching the case away from federal involvement, allowing for a potentially successful indictment or case to be brought against Trump in the future. This approach sheds light on the dynamics of federal and local law enforcement in the US justice system.

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Is a Local Prosecutor Making the Strongest Case Against Trump?
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The Daily