Trump's Legal Battles: Federal Cases Dismissed, State Cases Uncertain

Special counsel Jack Smith has filed motions to dismiss the Jan. 6 election interference and government documents cases against Donald Trump, citing the Department of Justice's Office of Legal Counsel's opinion that a sitting president cannot be indicted. By dismissing the cases "without prejudice," Smith aims to preserve the possibility of refiling charges after Trump's presidency, while preventing Trump's future attorney general from dismissing them permanently. This strategic move keeps the cases alive for potential future prosecution, despite the current legal limitations.