Trump's Indictment Reading in the Proceedings for Election Manipulation

Former President Donald Trump pleads not guilty to a revised federal indictment accusing him of attempting to overturn his defeat in the 2020 election. The plea was entered at a court hearing in Washington.

The case is focused on how it should proceed after the Supreme Court ruled that former presidents have broad immunity from criminal prosecution. Trump's lawyers argue that the case is illegitimate and unfair, but the judge rejects these claims.

Prosecutors have updated the indictment to focus on Trump's actions as a candidate and his campaign's efforts to disrupt the certification of the Electoral College results. The case is expected to have an impact on the upcoming presidential election, as the trial may not begin until after November.

The judge sets deadlines for prosecutors to submit an opening brief on immunity issues. The hearing also addresses the complexity of sorting out official versus unofficial acts, as ordered by the Supreme Court.