Federal officials have initiated an investigation into Jack Smith, who previously served as the special counsel investigating Donald Trump during the 2024 election. The Office of Special Counsel confirmed the ongoing investigation. Allegations have been made by Trump and other Republicans claiming that Smith violated federal law prohibiting political activity by public officials, although no evidence has been provided for these claims. Smith had prosecuted federal cases against Trump but resigned after the latter's reelection.
Federal officials have opened an investigation into Jack Smith, the former special counsel who investigated then-candidate Donald Trump before his reelection to a second term.
The Office of Special Counsel, an independent federal agency, confirmed the investigation.
Trump and other Republicans, including Sen. Tom Cotton, have accused Smith of violating federal law that bans certain public officials from engaging in political activity.
Smith prosecuted federal cases against Trump. He dropped the cases after Trump's reelection and resigned his post.
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