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politics1 year ago

Jack Smith Seeks Dismissal of Trump's Election Interference Case

Special counsel Jack Smith has requested the dismissal of the federal election interference case against President-elect Donald Trump, citing a DOJ policy that prohibits prosecuting a sitting president. This decision comes despite the ongoing legal proceedings and the merits of the charges, which include Trump's alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. The move follows consultations with the DOJ's Office of Legal Counsel and is influenced by a Supreme Court ruling granting Trump immunity for official acts as president. The case's dismissal is sought before Trump's inauguration.

via ABC News|
#doj-policy#donald-trump#election-interference
politics1 year ago

Court Halts Appeal in Trump's Classified Documents Case Amidst Special Counsel Changes

A federal appeals court has paused Special Counsel Jack Smith's appeal in Donald Trump's classified documents case until December 2, following Smith's request to assess the implications of Trump's recent election as President-elect. This decision aligns with the Department of Justice's policy against prosecuting a sitting president. Trump, who pleaded not guilty to charges related to mishandling classified documents, had his case dismissed earlier by Judge Aileen Cannon, prompting an appeal. The pause also affects Trump's federal election interference case.

via ABC News|
#appeal#classified-documents#doj-policy
politics1 year ago

Jack Smith Requests Pause in Trump Case Amid Unprecedented Circumstances

Special counsel Jack Smith has requested to halt the prosecution of Donald Trump in the Washington, D.C. case related to the 2020 election, acknowledging that the case cannot proceed due to Trump's expected return to power following the 2024 election. The Justice Department's longstanding policy prohibits pursuing charges against a sitting president, suggesting that the charges may be dropped and Smith may exit the department before Trump's inauguration in January 2025.

via POLITICO|
#2024-election#doj-policy#donald-trump
politics1 year ago

Jack Smith Requests Pause in Trump Trial Amid Unprecedented Circumstances

Special Counsel Jack Smith has requested a pause in Donald Trump's election interference criminal trial, asking the court to vacate remaining pretrial deadlines to allow the government time to assess the situation following Trump's election victory. This move is seen as a potential step towards ending the prosecution, in line with the DOJ's policy against prosecuting sitting presidents. Trump, who was indicted in August 2023, has denied any wrongdoing.

via NBC News|
#criminal-trial#doj-policy#donald-trump