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Special Counsel Reports Include Declination Decisions - emptywheel

Jack Smith's resignation is anticipated before Trump steps into office, with expectations that his report may be brief and lack new revelations.

US special counsel seeks pause in Trump classified documents case

Special Counsel Jack Smith seeks time to evaluate Trump's presidential victory on legal cases.
The government has paused its appeal on Trump’s mishandling of classified documents.

Special counsel Smith asks court to pause appeal seeking to revive Trump's classified documents case

Smith seeks to pause appeal on Trump's classified documents case post-presidential victory.

Jack Smith cites 'unprecedented circumstance' of Trump's reelection in asking to vacate all deadlines in election case

Prosecutors are seeking to vacate deadlines in Trump's election interference case due to his reelection.

When Special Counsels Finish Up, They Must Write Reports - emptywheel

Jack Smith is in discussions about winding down the cases against Trump following his election, focusing on compliance with existing regulations.

Special counsel evaluating how to wind down two federal cases against Trump after presidential win

Jack Smith is preparing to close federal cases against Donald Trump before he takes office, due to DOJ policies against prosecuting sitting presidents.

Special Counsel Reports Include Declination Decisions - emptywheel

Jack Smith's resignation is anticipated before Trump steps into office, with expectations that his report may be brief and lack new revelations.

US special counsel seeks pause in Trump classified documents case

Special Counsel Jack Smith seeks time to evaluate Trump's presidential victory on legal cases.
The government has paused its appeal on Trump’s mishandling of classified documents.

Special counsel Smith asks court to pause appeal seeking to revive Trump's classified documents case

Smith seeks to pause appeal on Trump's classified documents case post-presidential victory.

Jack Smith cites 'unprecedented circumstance' of Trump's reelection in asking to vacate all deadlines in election case

Prosecutors are seeking to vacate deadlines in Trump's election interference case due to his reelection.

When Special Counsels Finish Up, They Must Write Reports - emptywheel

Jack Smith is in discussions about winding down the cases against Trump following his election, focusing on compliance with existing regulations.

Special counsel evaluating how to wind down two federal cases against Trump after presidential win

Jack Smith is preparing to close federal cases against Donald Trump before he takes office, due to DOJ policies against prosecuting sitting presidents.
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Jack Smith to end Trump cases and resign, report says; Musk and Ramaswamy roles cause conflict of interest concerns - live

Jack Smith plans to conclude his investigations into Donald Trump and resign before the upcoming presidential inauguration.

JUST IN: Jack Smith to Step Down as Special Counsel Before Trump Takes Office

Special Counsel Jack Smith will resign before Trump takes office to ensure his investigations conclude on his own terms.
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6 days ago

Jack Smith Plans to Step Down as Special Counsel Before Trump Takes Office

Jack Smith aims to complete investigations against Trump before his inauguration to avoid any interference from the incoming administration.
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3 weeks ago

Donald Trump Says He's Eager To Tell Jack Smith His Personal Catchphrase: 'You're Fired!'

Trump expressed willingness to fire special counsel Jack Smith if reelected, indicating his intent to confront ongoing legal challenges.

Trump says he would fire Jack Smith within two seconds' of becoming president

Trump would fire special counsel Jack Smith if re-elected, aiming to halt ongoing criminal investigations against him.

Trump Dodges On Whether Or Not He'd Pardon Himself As President, But Says He'd Fire Jack Smith In Two Seconds'

Trump expressed intent to swiftly fire Special Counsel Jack Smith if he wins the election, indicating it would be a top priority.
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6 days ago

Jack Smith to end Trump cases and resign, report says; Musk and Ramaswamy roles cause conflict of interest concerns - live

Jack Smith plans to conclude his investigations into Donald Trump and resign before the upcoming presidential inauguration.

JUST IN: Jack Smith to Step Down as Special Counsel Before Trump Takes Office

Special Counsel Jack Smith will resign before Trump takes office to ensure his investigations conclude on his own terms.

Jack Smith Plans to Step Down as Special Counsel Before Trump Takes Office

Jack Smith aims to complete investigations against Trump before his inauguration to avoid any interference from the incoming administration.

Donald Trump Says He's Eager To Tell Jack Smith His Personal Catchphrase: 'You're Fired!'

Trump expressed willingness to fire special counsel Jack Smith if reelected, indicating his intent to confront ongoing legal challenges.

Trump says he would fire Jack Smith within two seconds' of becoming president

Trump would fire special counsel Jack Smith if re-elected, aiming to halt ongoing criminal investigations against him.

Trump Dodges On Whether Or Not He'd Pardon Himself As President, But Says He'd Fire Jack Smith In Two Seconds'

Trump expressed intent to swiftly fire Special Counsel Jack Smith if he wins the election, indicating it would be a top priority.
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1 week ago
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Texas Attorney General Seeks Order to Preserve Jack Smith's Trump Records

Ken Paxton seeks an emergency court order to protect records from special counsel Jack Smith amid potential shutdown of Trump-related criminal cases.

JUST IN: Jack Smith Asks Judge to Vacate All Deadlines in Trump's Jan. 6 Case Over Unprecedented Circumstance' of His Election

Special counsel Jack Smith seeks to remove deadlines for Trump's D.C. criminal case, indicating a potential winding down of charges as he returns to presidency.

DOJ Special Counsel Jack Smith Is Shutting Down His Work on Trump Criminal Cases

The Special Counsel is ending its investigation into Trump due to his election win, adhering to DOJ policy on prosecuting sitting presidents.

Jack Smith Assesses How to Wind Down Trump's Federal Cases, Official Says

Jack Smith is discussing how to wind down federal cases against Trump, adhering to the DOJ policy against prosecuting sitting presidents.

Special counsel Jack Smith expected to wind down Trump prosecutions: Sources

Special counsel Jack Smith is considering stopping prosecutions of President-elect Donald Trump due to DOJ policy preventing prosecution of a sitting president.

Trump's Comments About Jack Smith Are Getting Increasingly Unhinged

Donald Trump threatens to fire special counsel Jack Smith and continues to denounce him during his campaign.

Texas Attorney General Seeks Order to Preserve Jack Smith's Trump Records

Ken Paxton seeks an emergency court order to protect records from special counsel Jack Smith amid potential shutdown of Trump-related criminal cases.

JUST IN: Jack Smith Asks Judge to Vacate All Deadlines in Trump's Jan. 6 Case Over Unprecedented Circumstance' of His Election

Special counsel Jack Smith seeks to remove deadlines for Trump's D.C. criminal case, indicating a potential winding down of charges as he returns to presidency.

DOJ Special Counsel Jack Smith Is Shutting Down His Work on Trump Criminal Cases

The Special Counsel is ending its investigation into Trump due to his election win, adhering to DOJ policy on prosecuting sitting presidents.

Jack Smith Assesses How to Wind Down Trump's Federal Cases, Official Says

Jack Smith is discussing how to wind down federal cases against Trump, adhering to the DOJ policy against prosecuting sitting presidents.

Special counsel Jack Smith expected to wind down Trump prosecutions: Sources

Special counsel Jack Smith is considering stopping prosecutions of President-elect Donald Trump due to DOJ policy preventing prosecution of a sitting president.

Trump's Comments About Jack Smith Are Getting Increasingly Unhinged

Donald Trump threatens to fire special counsel Jack Smith and continues to denounce him during his campaign.
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Toobin Warns Congressional Republicans to Be Careful What You Ask For' If They Call Jack Smith to Testify

Congressional Republicans may regret holding hearings on Jack Smith's prosecutions of Trump, as it could negatively impact Trump more than they anticipate.

How to Read the Immunity Appendix - emptywheel

The immunity brief's appendix consists of four volumes of interview transcripts that clarify and substantiate material presented in the brief.

Elie Honig Makes Pitch To Become Donald Trump's Favorite Legal Analyst

Elie Honig's legal analysis of Trump's case lacks consideration of its exceptional context and nuances, rendering it less relevant to the ongoing situation.

Toobin Warns Congressional Republicans to Be Careful What You Ask For' If They Call Jack Smith to Testify

Congressional Republicans may regret holding hearings on Jack Smith's prosecutions of Trump, as it could negatively impact Trump more than they anticipate.

How to Read the Immunity Appendix - emptywheel

The immunity brief's appendix consists of four volumes of interview transcripts that clarify and substantiate material presented in the brief.

Elie Honig Makes Pitch To Become Donald Trump's Favorite Legal Analyst

Elie Honig's legal analysis of Trump's case lacks consideration of its exceptional context and nuances, rendering it less relevant to the ongoing situation.
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Trump's GOP Is Running on a Platform of Freeing Seditionists and Cop Assailants - emptywheel

Trump's post-presidency comments regarding January 6 are crucial in assessing his intent and might impact legal proceedings against him.

Special Counsel Jack Smith Will Present His January 6 Findings Against Trump

Judge Tanya Chutkan supports special counsel's request for a detailed brief on presidential immunity, signaling readiness to advance the case against the former president.

The September 26 Brief We'll Get in the Trump January 6 Case - emptywheel

Judge Tanya Chutkan has set a deadline for detailed briefs regarding Trump's superseding indictment, addressing both pled and unpled evidence.

Trump's lucky streak with his criminal cases may have ended

Jack Smith's new indictment against Trump aims to reinforce ongoing prosecutions while clarifying the boundaries of presidential immunity and accountability.

Jack Smith Reindicts Donald Trump

Jack Smith's indictment against Trump emphasizes accountability in light of the Supreme Court's recent ruling on presidential immunity.

Trump's GOP Is Running on a Platform of Freeing Seditionists and Cop Assailants - emptywheel

Trump's post-presidency comments regarding January 6 are crucial in assessing his intent and might impact legal proceedings against him.

Special Counsel Jack Smith Will Present His January 6 Findings Against Trump

Judge Tanya Chutkan supports special counsel's request for a detailed brief on presidential immunity, signaling readiness to advance the case against the former president.

The September 26 Brief We'll Get in the Trump January 6 Case - emptywheel

Judge Tanya Chutkan has set a deadline for detailed briefs regarding Trump's superseding indictment, addressing both pled and unpled evidence.

Trump's lucky streak with his criminal cases may have ended

Jack Smith's new indictment against Trump aims to reinforce ongoing prosecutions while clarifying the boundaries of presidential immunity and accountability.

Jack Smith Reindicts Donald Trump

Jack Smith's indictment against Trump emphasizes accountability in light of the Supreme Court's recent ruling on presidential immunity.
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All Hell Is Going to Break Loose: Maybe Jack Smith Did Precisely What Elie Honig Claims He Didn't - emptywheel

Elie Honig's criticism of Jack Smith overlooks the evolving context of the January 6 investigation and the impact of DOJ policies on its timing.

Special Counsel Jack Smith Revises Indictment on Trump 2020 Election Charges

The latest indictment against Trump uniquely distinguishes between his roles as a private citizen and president, directly addressing Supreme Court opinions on presidential immunity.

Jack Smith's Post-Presidential Immunity Decision Strategy Is Coming Into View

Jack Smith persists in holding Trump accountable despite the Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity, with a new superseding indictment maintaining serious charges.

Ex-Trump Lawyer Calls New Indictment Bombshell A Slick Move' By Jack Smith

Jack Smith's new indictment against Trump is a strategic move to streamline and push forward with a case previously challenged in court.

The Pared Down Superseding Indictment for January 6 - emptywheel

Jack Smith superseded the January 6 indictment against Trump, emphasizing private collaborations and retaining crucial allegations related to Mike Pence.

All Hell Is Going to Break Loose: Maybe Jack Smith Did Precisely What Elie Honig Claims He Didn't - emptywheel

Elie Honig's criticism of Jack Smith overlooks the evolving context of the January 6 investigation and the impact of DOJ policies on its timing.

Special Counsel Jack Smith Revises Indictment on Trump 2020 Election Charges

The latest indictment against Trump uniquely distinguishes between his roles as a private citizen and president, directly addressing Supreme Court opinions on presidential immunity.

Jack Smith's Post-Presidential Immunity Decision Strategy Is Coming Into View

Jack Smith persists in holding Trump accountable despite the Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity, with a new superseding indictment maintaining serious charges.

Ex-Trump Lawyer Calls New Indictment Bombshell A Slick Move' By Jack Smith

Jack Smith's new indictment against Trump is a strategic move to streamline and push forward with a case previously challenged in court.

The Pared Down Superseding Indictment for January 6 - emptywheel

Jack Smith superseded the January 6 indictment against Trump, emphasizing private collaborations and retaining crucial allegations related to Mike Pence.
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From the Willard to Danbury Correctional: Steve Bannon Allegedly Joins the Conspiracy - emptywheel

Steve Bannon has been newly designated as a central figure in the conspiracy case surrounding Trump's election theft allegations.
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Trump Lawyer Alina Habba Rages At DOJ Dropping Legal Bombs' On Fox News Says There's A Lot More Coming

The Trump campaign anticipates more legal challenges and urges supporters to dismiss them as fake news ahead of the upcoming election.

Jack Smith Tells SCOTUS to Reject Trump's "Radical" Presidential Immunity Claims

Special Counsel Jack Smith files indictment with 4 felony counts against former President Trump for election interference and incitement of Capitol attack.
Legal experts counter Trump's claims of presidential immunity by highlighting the dangers of allowing presidents to engage in unlawful acts without consequences.

Trump Lawyer Alina Habba Rages At DOJ Dropping Legal Bombs' On Fox News Says There's A Lot More Coming

The Trump campaign anticipates more legal challenges and urges supporters to dismiss them as fake news ahead of the upcoming election.

Jack Smith Tells SCOTUS to Reject Trump's "Radical" Presidential Immunity Claims

Special Counsel Jack Smith files indictment with 4 felony counts against former President Trump for election interference and incitement of Capitol attack.
Legal experts counter Trump's claims of presidential immunity by highlighting the dangers of allowing presidents to engage in unlawful acts without consequences.
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Key Takeaways From Jack Smith's Unsealed Brief In Donald Trump Insurrection Case

Mike Pence's role during the Trump presidency was pivotal amid chaos and threats, showcasing his moral integrity and resistance.

It Looks Like the Supreme Court Is Going to Have to Decide Trump v. U.S. All Over Again

The Supreme Court's Trump v. U.S. ruling has significantly influenced the restructuring of legal charges against Trump, leading to a refocused indictment.

Biden Could Kill Donald Trump And Not Be Prosecuted, Under Trump's Own Legal Theory

Donald Trump claims that presidents can never be charged for anything they do as part of their official duties.
Lawyers from across the political spectrum are urging federal appellate judges to reject Trump's claims.

Jack Smith's Keeping Busy Over the Holiday Season!

Special counsel Jack Smith files motion to prevent Trump from injecting politics into federal election interference trial.
Trump's legal team may argue that the trial itself is unjust political persecution, but this is unlikely to be a successful legal strategy.

Jack Smith just made a gutsy, momentous decision in his prosecution of Trump | Margaret Sullivan

Timing is crucial in the special counsel's prosecution of Donald Trump to avoid delay and potential immunity.
The special counsel wants the US Supreme Court to rule immediately on whether Trump is immune from criminal prosecution.

Jack Smith Drops Bombshell Filing Promising Proof Of Trump Encouragement of Violence' And Knowledge Of Consequences'

Special Counsel Jack Smith will introduce evidence against former President Donald Trump that includes his encouragement of violence and his knowledge of foreseeable consequences.
The evidence is being offered to establish Trump's motive, intent, preparation, knowledge, absence of mistake, and common plan.
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