In a major development in the ongoing federal investigation into former President Donald Trump's attempt to overturn the 2020 election, more Trump advisers have pleaded guilty and are now cooperating with authorities. These pleas further expose the extent of the campaign to subvert the democratic process.

Last Friday, former Trump lawyer Kenneth Chesebro entered a guilty plea on a felony charge of conspiracy to commit filing false documents. Chesebro confessed to his participation in the illegal effort to overturn the election results. The guilty plea added weight to mounting evidence against Trump's inner circle.

Joining Chesebro on Tuesday was Jenna Ellis, a vocal proponent of Trump's baseless claims about election fraud. Ellis pleaded guilty, acknowledging her role in promoting false information about the election on television and to state legislators. Her admission revealed the extent to which Trump's allies were willing to perpetuate lies for political gain.

Trump's final White House Chief of Staff, Mark Meadows, is also said to be cooperating with the federal investigation. Sources indicate that Meadows is actively assisting special counsel Jack Smith's probe into election interference. However, conflicting reports have emerged regarding the potential immunity granted to Meadows in exchange for his cooperation. His attorney has disputed claims of immunity put forth by ABC News.

Sidney Powell, another lawyer who publicly defended Trump's efforts to discount valid votes, entered a guilty plea on six misdemeanor counts. Powell had played a prominent role in the legal challenges that sought to overturn the election outcome. Her admission of guilt further underscores the illegitimacy of the campaign to subvert democracy.

These developments have dramatically intensified the scrutiny on Trump's actions surrounding the 2020 election. The guilty pleas and cooperation by his advisers indicate a widening net in the investigation to hold accountable those who participated in undermining the electoral process.

In a separate legal matter, a New York judge fined Trump $10,000 for the second time this week due to his comments targeting courtroom staff during a civil trial. The fine serves as a reminder of Trump's penchant for controversial remarks and the consequences that follow.

Meanwhile, in southern Maine, a massive manhunt is underway for a 40-year-old Army reservist suspected of perpetrating a mass shooting in Lewiston. The gunman killed 18 people and injured 13 others during the horrifying incident. Calls for stricter gun control laws have emerged from prominent Democrats following the tragedy, including California Governor Gavin Newsom, who is also considered a potential presidential candidate for 2028.

As the federal investigation continues to unfold and more individuals plead guilty and cooperate, the consequences of Trump's actions in attempting to overturn the election are becoming increasingly apparent. The pursuit of justice and accountability remains at the forefront, highlighting the importance of upholding the democratic principles upon which the United States is built.