Donald Trump indictment: Ex-president charged over bid to overturn 2020 election

Former US President Donald Trump has been criminally charged with plotting to overturn his 2020 election defeat.

He is accused of four counts, including conspiracy to defraud the US, tampering with a witness and conspiracy against the rights of citizens.

The indictment caps an inquiry into events surrounding the January 6, 2021 riot at the US Capitol.

Mr Trump, 77, who is again running for president, denies wrongdoing. On social media he called the case "ridiculous". read more