Donald Trump, the former president of the United States, is scheduled to make his first appearance in a federal court in Washington, DC, on Thursday. He is facing charges related to his involvement in the January 6 Capitol riots. A grand jury in Washington, DC, indicted him on four counts, including conspiracy to defraud the U.S. and obstruction of an official proceeding.

Anticipated Traffic Disruptions

The Secret Service has informed the public about potential short-term traffic disruptions due to Trump’s court appearance. However, they have reassured everyone that they are actively collaborating with various law enforcement agencies to maximize security and minimize any disturbances to the normal court proceedings.

Multiple Indictments in Recent Months

This marks the third indictment against Trump within the past six months. He has previously faced charges relating to falsifying business records and mishandling White House documents. The arraignment for this latest indictment is scheduled for August 10 at a federal courthouse in Florida.

Assigned Judges for the Case

For the January 6 case, U.S. Magistrate Judge Moxila Upadhyaya will preside over Thursday’s hearing. However, Judge Tanya Chutkan has been designated to handle the rest of the case. Chutkan was appointed to the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia by former President Barack Obama. Special Counsel Jack Smith has expressed his commitment to seeking a swift trial to present the Department of Justice’s evidence in court.