Donald Trump's indictment is "a political theatre" rather than a serious attempt to bring him before the law" and the Democrats actually want him to become the Republican candidate, an expert has claimed.
As the former US President today pleaded not guilty to 34 counts of falsifying business records, a Professor of international politics has claimed the Democrats have played down any harm he may have caused - because he is an easier opponent for Joe Biden in 2024.
Trump faces charges related to hush money payments made to two women over alleged extramarital affairs, but there is wide speculation about just what impact, if any, this indictment will have on Trump's political chances.