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Is Trump actually getting arrested this week? Here's what we know

Former President and top 2024 candidate Donald Trump claims he'll be arrested Tuesday as part of an investigation by the Manhattan district attorney. Start here for answers on five key questions.
Former President Donald Trump, pictured here speaking to guests at Iowa's Adler Theatre last week, said on social media that he'll be arrested Tuesday as part of an investigation into hush money payments.

After years of facing investigation after investigation, former President Donald Trump says one of those probes will lead to his arrest on Tuesday.

If it comes to pass, Trump would be the first former president to be indicted — and likely the first presidential candidate to campaign while facing criminal charges.

Let's get you up to speed.

What are the accusations against Trump?

A quick refresher: Trump is currently facing at least five investigations, covering everything from his possession of classified documents to his role in the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.

But the latest indictment rumors stem from just one of

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