What does an indictment by grand jury mean for former President Trump? | USA TODAY

Former President Donald Trump was indicted by a grand jury in New York on Thursday. It’s the first time in history that a U.S. president will face criminal charges.
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Donald Trump's indictment means that even though he is the first former president of the United States to be charged with a crime, he will be treated – to some degree, anyway – just like any other defendant in the criminal justice system.

When he is arrested, Trump will be read his rights, known as a Miranda warning, including how he has the right to remain silent, the right to an attorney and that what he says can be used against him in a court of law.

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