The indictment of Donald Trump for trying to overturn his 2020 loss is a new front in what President Joe Biden has described as the battle for American democracy. It's the issue that Biden has described as the most consequential struggle of his presidency. The criminal charges against Trump are a reminder of the stakes of next year's White House campaign, with Trump hoping for a rematch with Biden. Despite Biden's focus on democracy, he'll likely remain tight lipped about the charges against Trump. Biden has pledged to allow the Justice Department to act independently. But Republicans are eager for opportunities to paint the prosecution as politically motivated.
