Former President Donald Trump’s defense strategy faces a substantial challenge following a plea deal made by his ex-lawyer, Kenneth Cheebro, in his Georgia racketeering case, as reported by Raw Story on October 21, 2023.
Cheebro’s cooperation with the prosecution, led by special counsel Jack Smith in Washington, D.C., could profoundly impact the case regarding the events of January 6th. Of particular concern are the extensive email communications between Cheebro and members of Trump’s legal team. These emails are expected to serve as crucial evidence, suggesting that Trump was fully cognizant of his electoral loss and actively sought ways to retain office despite this defeat.
One email, in particular, discussed the controversial “fake elector plan,” characterized by Cheebro as a bold strategy likely to face rejection by the Supreme Court. Despite this anticipated rejection, Cheebro argued that the plan retained value. It would not only spotlight claims of voter fraud but also afford Trump’s campaign additional time for litigation, with the aim of either subtracting electoral votes from Joe Biden or adding them to Trump’s tally.
Cheebro’s insider knowledge and his cooperation with the prosecution significantly weaken Trump’s defense. If Cheebro becomes a key witness, the prosecution could establish that Trump and his legal team not only knew about these questionable tactics but actively endorsed them. This development adds complexity to the case, challenging Trump’s defense strategies and potentially altering the course of the legal proceedings related to the events of January 6th.
