What is the Trump Mar-a-Lago case about and why is it significant?

Former president for the first time faces federal criminal charges over his handling of classified documents

• Trump charged with illegal retention of classified documents

Donald Trump has been criminally charged over his handling of classified documents at Mar-a-Lago, one of the most significant legal developments for the former president since leaving the White House.

The case marks the first time the justice department has charged Trump and adds to the mounting legal troubles Trump faces as he seeks to return to the presidency. Here's a breakdown of where things stand: