Former President Donald Trump's claims that he will be arrested next Tuesday in connection with the Manhattan District Attorney's investigation has created a historic moment in US politics, as he would be the first former president to be indicted.
The case, which is examining hush money payments made to women who alleged sexual encounters with Trump, has been ongoing for some time. However, it is not yet clear what charges Trump may face.
In a social media post on his Truth Social network, (read the post here) Trump suggested that "illegal leaks" from the Manhattan DA's office indicate that he will be arrested on Tuesday. He urged his followers to protest and "take our nation back." It remains to be seen whether protests will occur, given concerns about the optics of a mass protest in Manhattan.
The news has created a flurry of activity, with law enforcement officials in New York making security preparations for the possibility of an arrest.
However, there has been no public announcement of any time frame for the grand jury's secret work in the case, including any potential vote on whether to indict the ex-president.
Regardless of the outcome, this development marks a significant moment in US politics, and it is important to remember that everyone is innocent until proven guilty. The investigation and legal process must be allowed to run its course without interference or undue influence.
It remains to be seen what the future holds for Trump and the Manhattan DA's investigation, but one thing is certain: this story is far from over.
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