An investigation has been launched into Jack Smith, who led two federal criminal cases against Donald Trump, focusing on potential violations of the Hatch Act. Senator Tom Cotton requested this inquiry, questioning whether Smith's actions aimed to sway the 2024 election. Smith, a special counsel since 2022, filed charges against Trump for election interference and mishandling classified documents, which Trump has rejected as politically motivated. The Office of Special Counsel, operating separately, cannot criminally charge Smith but may refer its findings to the Department of Justice.
The investigation into Jack Smith, who led federal criminal cases against Trump, focuses on potential Hatch Act violations involving political activity during his tenure as special counsel.
Senator Tom Cotton requested the Office of Special Counsel to determine if Smith's actions were intended to influence the upcoming 2024 election.
Smith was appointed special counsel in 2022, charging Trump with election interference and mishandling classified documents, which Trump claims are politically motivated.
While the Office of Special Counsel cannot charge Smith, it can refer findings to the Department of Justice, which does have the power to do so.
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