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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.

Prosecutors: Trump 'resorted to crimes' after losing 2020 election in failed bid to cling to power

Trump's actions post-2020 election loss were characterized as private crimes, not official presidential acts, making him liable for prosecution.

Prosecutors: Trump Resorted to Crimes' After Losing 2020 Election

Trump's alleged post-election actions are characterized as private crimes aimed at overturning the election results.

How the federal cases against Trump came sputtering back to life

Trump's legal cases are set to remain unresolved until after the election, potentially influencing his presidential campaign.
Special counsel Jack Smith continues to pursue cases against Trump aggressively, despite possible political implications.
If Trump wins, he could dismiss the special counsel and halt legal proceedings against him.

The End of the Quest for Justice for January 6

Jack Smith drops charges against Donald Trump, averting potential consequences for corruption in the 2020 election and handling of sensitive documents.

Judge Unseals New Evidence in Federal Election Case Against Trump

Jack Smith argues Trump is not immune from charges related to the events surrounding the January 6 Capitol attack and his efforts to retain power.

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.

Prosecutors: Trump 'resorted to crimes' after losing 2020 election in failed bid to cling to power

Trump's actions post-2020 election loss were characterized as private crimes, not official presidential acts, making him liable for prosecution.

Prosecutors: Trump Resorted to Crimes' After Losing 2020 Election

Trump's alleged post-election actions are characterized as private crimes aimed at overturning the election results.

How the federal cases against Trump came sputtering back to life

Trump's legal cases are set to remain unresolved until after the election, potentially influencing his presidential campaign.
Special counsel Jack Smith continues to pursue cases against Trump aggressively, despite possible political implications.
If Trump wins, he could dismiss the special counsel and halt legal proceedings against him.

The End of the Quest for Justice for January 6

Jack Smith drops charges against Donald Trump, averting potential consequences for corruption in the 2020 election and handling of sensitive documents.

Judge Unseals New Evidence in Federal Election Case Against Trump

Jack Smith argues Trump is not immune from charges related to the events surrounding the January 6 Capitol attack and his efforts to retain power.
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#justice-department

Jack Smith Closes Up Shop, Defeated More by Voters Than by Jurors

Jack Smith's investigation into Trump concluded with greater complexities and challenges for prosecuting future presidents than anticipated.

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.

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.

Trump: I'll fire special counsel 'within 2 seconds' if re-elected

Trump announced he would fire special counsel Jack Smith if re-elected, indicating ongoing tension over charges related to 2020 election interference.

Special Counsel Moves to Dismiss Federal Cases Against Trump

Special counsel Jack Smith moved to drop criminal charges against Trump due to Justice Department policy on prosecuting sitting presidents.

Tuesday Briefing: Trump's Criminal Cases Likely to Be Dismissed

Jack Smith filed requests to dismiss indictments against Trump due to policy protecting sitting presidents from prosecution.

Jack Smith Closes Up Shop, Defeated More by Voters Than by Jurors

Jack Smith's investigation into Trump concluded with greater complexities and challenges for prosecuting future presidents than anticipated.

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.

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.

Trump: I'll fire special counsel 'within 2 seconds' if re-elected

Trump announced he would fire special counsel Jack Smith if re-elected, indicating ongoing tension over charges related to 2020 election interference.

Special Counsel Moves to Dismiss Federal Cases Against Trump

Special counsel Jack Smith moved to drop criminal charges against Trump due to Justice Department policy on prosecuting sitting presidents.

Tuesday Briefing: Trump's Criminal Cases Likely to Be Dismissed

Jack Smith filed requests to dismiss indictments against Trump due to policy protecting sitting presidents from prosecution.
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Jack Smith to Aileen Cannon: Treating Non-Lawyer Tom Fitton's Theories as Law Will Lead to Manadamus - emptywheel

Trump argues only a President can assess his personal records
Jack Smith explains the origin of Trump's theory from Tom Fitton's Xitter propaganda.

Judge unseals new Trump Jan. 6 election interference evidence

Special counsel Jack Smith outlines a criminal case against Donald Trump centered on alleged actions taken to overturn the 2020 election results.

Trump Seeks to Challenge Jack Smith's Appointment in Election Case

Trump's lawyers seek to dismiss the election interference case, claiming Jack Smith's appointment violated constitutional laws.

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 Proposes Making Public More Evidence From Trump Election Case

Jack Smith seeks to publicly disclose evidence from the Trump election interference investigation for transparency while protecting lesser-known witnesses.

Immunity Doesn't Apply to Trump for January 6

Jack Smith's filing emphasizes that presidential immunity does not protect candidates from criminal accountability concerning their actions during elections.

Jack Smith to Aileen Cannon: Treating Non-Lawyer Tom Fitton's Theories as Law Will Lead to Manadamus - emptywheel

Trump argues only a President can assess his personal records
Jack Smith explains the origin of Trump's theory from Tom Fitton's Xitter propaganda.

Judge unseals new Trump Jan. 6 election interference evidence

Special counsel Jack Smith outlines a criminal case against Donald Trump centered on alleged actions taken to overturn the 2020 election results.

Trump Seeks to Challenge Jack Smith's Appointment in Election Case

Trump's lawyers seek to dismiss the election interference case, claiming Jack Smith's appointment violated constitutional laws.

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 Proposes Making Public More Evidence From Trump Election Case

Jack Smith seeks to publicly disclose evidence from the Trump election interference investigation for transparency while protecting lesser-known witnesses.

Immunity Doesn't Apply to Trump for January 6

Jack Smith's filing emphasizes that presidential immunity does not protect candidates from criminal accountability concerning their actions during elections.
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Filing in Trump Election Case Fleshes Out Roles of a Sprawling Cast

Jack Smith's indictment reveals a vast network of individuals involved in Trump's 2020 election overturn efforts, not just the former president himself.

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.

There's No Such Thing as an October Surprise

Jack Smith's filing highlights Donald Trump's indifference to the Capitol riot, emphasizing a serious threat to American democracy.

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.

BREAKING: Trump NEWLY Indicted By Jack Smith In Election Crimes Case

The new indictment reflects adjustments based on a recent Supreme Court ruling regarding presidential immunity, without adding new charges against Trump.

Tossing Trump's case was risky for Judge Cannon - at least for now

Judge Aileen M. Cannon dismissed Jack Smith's case against Trump due to Smith's improper appointment.

Filing in Trump Election Case Fleshes Out Roles of a Sprawling Cast

Jack Smith's indictment reveals a vast network of individuals involved in Trump's 2020 election overturn efforts, not just the former president himself.

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.

There's No Such Thing as an October Surprise

Jack Smith's filing highlights Donald Trump's indifference to the Capitol riot, emphasizing a serious threat to American democracy.

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.

BREAKING: Trump NEWLY Indicted By Jack Smith In Election Crimes Case

The new indictment reflects adjustments based on a recent Supreme Court ruling regarding presidential immunity, without adding new charges against Trump.

Tossing Trump's case was risky for Judge Cannon - at least for now

Judge Aileen M. Cannon dismissed Jack Smith's case against Trump due to Smith's improper appointment.
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#legal-analysis

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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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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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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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.

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.
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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.
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