Former US President Donald Trump and his valet, Walt Nauta, have formally entered pleas of not guilty in response to the latest charges stemming from alleged mishandling of classified documents.

This development follows a recent action by Special Counsel Jack Smith, who filed a superseding indictment in the ongoing case.

Although Trump himself was not physically present during the court proceedings held in Ft Pierce, Florida, his legal representatives submitted a plea of not guilty on his behalf.

The charges in question revolve around accusations that Trump, along with Nauta and Mar-a-Lago’s property manager Carlos De Oliveira, conspired to obstruct justice by concealing surveillance footage relevant to the case.

While Nauta personally appeared to enter his plea, De Oliveira’s arraignment was postponed due to the absence of local legal representation. The updated indictment now includes De Oliveira as a co-defendant and presents further allegations against all individuals involved.

The indictment outlines that Trump, Nauta, and De Oliveira are alleged to have participated in a scheme aimed at erasing surveillance footage from Mar-a-Lago, footage that contained potential evidence related to the movement of classified documents.

Trump’s expressed intention to plead not guilty was communicated through his legal team, which had waived his presence for the arraignment.

The charges stem from accusations of Trump withholding classified documents after his presidency, encompassing sensitive materials concerning nuclear programs, military vulnerabilities, and White House strategies.

Setting a trial date for May 2024, US District Court Judge Aileen Cannon presides over the proceedings.

In a recent development, Trump’s legal representatives have formally requested the establishment of a highly secure facility within Mar-a-Lago, enabling him to review classified documents. The request is currently being reviewed.

Beyond this legal case, Trump confronts additional legal challenges, including charges related to his alleged efforts to overturn the outcome of the 2020 presidential election.

Prosecutors in Georgia are also expected to present evidence pertaining to his alleged involvement in attempts to subvert the electoral process.

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