Prosecutors are tying former President Donald Trump to the violent events on Jan. 6, 2021. His lawyers asked a court to strip references to that language from his federal indictment.

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    • Federal case against Trump: The former president is accused of leading a conspiracy to obstruct the 2020 election and incite violence at the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
    • Evidence of Trump’s role: Prosecutors say they will use video, testimony, and geolocation data to show how Trump directed and encouraged the mob to attack the Capitol and pressure then-Vice President Mike Pence.
    • Trump’s defense: His lawyers argue that he did not call for any violence or unlawful entry into the Capitol. They also want to exclude references to Jan. 6 from the indictment, claiming they are prejudicial.
    • Legal implications: The case is set for trial in March 2024 and is one of the most important and closely watched prosecutions in American history. It could have lasting consequences for Trump and the country.