Question

Of his official trials, this one leader

questioned the legitimacy of the charges against Jesus:
1. Pilate
2. Herod
3. Cleopas

Answer 1

1. Pilate

Step-by-step explanation:

Of his official trials, this one leader

questioned the legitimacy of the charges against Jesus: Pilate

Answer 2

Pilate

Step-by-step explanation:

Pontius Pilate was the leader that questioned the legitimacy of the claims the detractors of Jesus brought in the official trial.

However, he was pressured to declare Jesus guilty, even though he was quick to add that "the blood of this man would be on your heads, because he is innocent of the charges"