Georgia Court Publishes, Removes Document Detailing Potential New Trump Charges

The Fulton County, Georgia, court's website appeared to mistakenly publish a document related to the state’s investigation into former President Donald Trump.

Details: The document, which was pulled from the website but saved by outlets, details charges against a defendant named “Trump, Donald John.” Reuters (Center bias) reached out to the Fulton County District Attorney, who said no charges have been filed against Trump. The file date listed on the document is August 14, potentially indicating a formal announcement will come later today. This would be Trump’s fourth indictment this year, and the second indictment pertaining to Trump’s alleged actions in the aftermath of the 2020 election. 

For Context: The investigation pertains to Trump’s alleged efforts in the aftermath of the 2020 election. President Joe Biden narrowly won Georgia in 2020. Shortly after the election, a phone call between Trump and Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, in which Trump asks Raffensperger to “find 11,780 votes,” leaked.

Potential Charges: The document lists 13 charges, including “Violation Of The Georgia Rico (Racketeer Influenced And Corrupt Organizations) Act,” “Solicitation Of Violation Of Oath By Public Officer,” “Conspiracy To Commit False Statements and Writings” and “Conspiracy To Commit Forgery in the First Degree,” and more.

How the Media Covered It: Outlets across the spectrum are gradually picking up on the story, but as of early afternoon Monday, left- and center-rated outlets dominated coverage.