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Trial begins for final three men accused in foiled plot to kidnap Michigan governor

  • Three men are on trial for their alleged roles in a plot to kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer.
  • The defendants were part of paramilitary groups angered by the governor's COVID-19 policies.
  • The plot involved kidnapping the governor, putting her on trial for treason, and blowing up a bridge.
  • Eleven alleged co-conspirators have already been convicted or pleaded guilty.
  • Prosecutors say the men wanted to ignite a civil war.
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