Jack Smith, the special counsel, requested a federal judge to dismiss two indictments against President-elect Donald Trump, citing Justice Department policy that protects sitting presidents from prosecution.
In asking for the dismissal, Smith emphasized that this decision was not a reflection of the strength of the indictments against Trump, but rather a procedural issue stemming from the constitutional interpretation.
Both legal requests leave the door open for the possibility of refiling the charges after Trump completes his presidential term.
The Justice Department’s interpretation means that after two years of legal battles, Trump's accountability for attempting to overturn the 2020 election remains unresolved for now.
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