Trump indicted for trying to overturn 2020 US election

15 Sept 04:12 Key points summarised by AI

Former President Donald Trump was indicted on charges including conspiracy and obstruction for his efforts to overturn the 2020 US election results.
The indictment alleges Trump launched a "criminal scheme" based on knowingly false claims of election fraud to obstruct the certification of votes on January 6, 2021.
This marks Trump's third criminal indictment, posing a significant legal challenge as he campaigns for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination.
Special counsel Jack Smith stated the indictment targets lies that fueled an "unprecedented assault on the seat of American democracy" on January 6.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.