Crime / Law

Donald Trump to be charged with inciting violence

07:44 am on 26 January 2021

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Today in the US, the House of Representatives will formally charge ex-President Donald Trump with inciting violence ahead of the deadly attack on the Capitol.

It comes just over a year after the House issued its first impeachment measure against Trump.

All going to plan, the trial would begin on February the 9th Three major items are on the table: Trump's trial, new Covid-19 relief and approving President Biden's cabinet.

US correspondent Simon Marks speaks to Susie Ferguson from Washington.