Illinois Supreme Court Overturns Jussie Smollett's Conviction

The Illinois Supreme Court has overturned Jussie Smollett's conviction related to an alleged hate crime hoax. Smollett, known for his role in "Empire," was initially convicted in December 2021 for staging a hate crime against himself and sentenced to jail time and probation. The court found that retrying Smollett after an initial deal was reached violated his rights, emphasizing the importance of upholding agreements made in legal proceedings.