What a civil rights charge against Donald Trump could mean

Jul. 24, 2023 Law

Former President Trump faces a possible civil rights charge related to his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election. His 2024 campaign and criminal defense are increasingly overlapping when it comes to fundraising.

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Guest:

Jessica Levinson - Professor, LMU's Loyola Law School in Los Angeles - @LevinsonJessica

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Sarah Sweeney, Angie Perrin, Michell Eloy, Amy Ta, Brian Hardzinski, Bennett Purser, Marcelle Hutchins, Nihar Patel, Rebekah Ludman

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