It's been called one of the most important criminal cases in American history: The Justice Department's election conspiracy trial against former President Donald Trump will unfold at a courthouse steps away from the U.S. Capitol in Washington where Trump's supporters tried to overturn the results of the 2020 election.
U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan will occupy a central role — making crucial decisions about a trial date, admissible evidence and Trump's compliance with the rules of his release in the months ahead.
