Trump indicted: What to know about the documents case and what's next

Donald Trump’s indictment on charges of mishandling classified documents at his Florida estate has brought renewed attention to one of the most notable cases in Justice Department history

Donald Trump's indictment on charges of mishandling classified documents at his Florida estate has brought renewed attention to one of the most notable cases in Justice Department history.

The federal charges represent the biggest legal jeopardy so far for Mr. Trump, coming less than three months after he was charged in New York with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records.

Here's a look at the charges, the special counsel's investigation and how Mr. Trump's case differs from those of other politicians known to be in possession of classified documents:

Mr. Trump has been charged with seven counts related to the mishandling of classified documents, according to two people familiar with the indictment but not authorized to speak publicly about it. The charges themselves are unclear and remain under seal, one person said.

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Mr. Trump announced on June 8 night on his social media site Truth Social that Justice Department lawyers had informed his legal team that he had been indicted. He said he is due in court in Miami on June 6 afternoon.

It was not immediately clear if anyone else would be charged in the case.