"Another Dark Day" for Democracy: Republicans React to Trump's Third Indictment

Republicans decried "another dark day" as Democrats called the case "shocking."

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In this Jan. 6, 2021, file photo, President Donald Trump speaks during a rally protesting the electoral college certification of Joe Biden as President in Washington, D.C..

Former President Donald Trump was indicted on Tuesday by a grand jury in Georgia on charges of election fraud. The indictment alleges that Trump pressured Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to "find" enough votes to overturn the election results in Georgia.

The indictment is the third against Trump since he left office. He is also facing charges in New York and Florida.

The charges in the Georgia indictment are two counts of election fraud and one count of criminal solicitation to commit election fraud. The charges allege that Trump made false statements to Raffensperger about the election results and pressured him to change the results.

Trump has denied all wrongdoing. He has called the indictment "a political witch hunt" and "a disgrace."

Lawmakers have reacted to the indictment in a variety of ways. Some Democrats have called for Trump to be impeached or arrested. Republicans have largely defended Trump, calling the indictment politically motivated.

The indictment is a significant development in the ongoing legal saga surrounding Trump. It is the first time that Trump has been indicted for his actions related to the 2020 election. The indictment is also the latest in a series of legal challenges for Trump, who is facing a number of criminal investigations.

It is unclear what the ultimate outcome of the indictment will be. However, it is a significant development in the ongoing legal saga surrounding Trump and his efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election.

Reactions to the Indictment

The indictment has been met with a range of reactions from lawmakers and political observers.

• Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer: "This indictment is a chilling reminder that Donald Trump is a dangerous threat to our democracy. He will stop at nothing to cling to power, even if it means breaking the law."
• House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries: "This indictment is a major step forward in holding Donald Trump accountable for his criminal actions. It is clear that Trump was willing to do whatever it took to overturn the results of the 2020 election, even if it meant breaking the law."
• Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger: "This indictment is a vindication of my integrity and the integrity of my office. I will continue to fight for the integrity of our elections."
• Former President Donald Trump: "This is a political witch hunt. A disgrace. The Democrats are trying to steal another election."

The indictment is still pending, and it is unclear what the ultimate outcome will be. However, it is a significant development in the ongoing legal saga surrounding Trump.