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How the Federal Cases Against Trump Came Sputtering Back to Life

The legal cases against Trump are reactivating amidst significant political consequences ahead of the election.

Cannon holds hearing on Trump documents report as Democrats urge its release

Trump's lawyers seek to prevent sharing of a classified documents report until at least after the inauguration.

Courts May Allow Partial Release of Jack Smith's Report on Trump Case

AG Merrick Garland plans to release parts of the report on Trump's election actions, delaying other findings related to classified documents.

Judge allows Trump to temporarily block release of special counsel report

A federal judge has halted the release of special counsel Jack Smith's report on Trump's criminal cases pending an appeals court decision.

Two Key Prosecutors in Trump Documents Case Leave Special Counsel's Office

Key prosecutors departing may indicate lengthy delays in Trump's classified documents case trial.

Judge Cannon Mulls Release of Trump Documents Report to Congress

The ruling on Congress accessing the special counsel's report on Trump is postponed, amid legal and political concerns surrounding classified documents.

How the Federal Cases Against Trump Came Sputtering Back to Life

The legal cases against Trump are reactivating amidst significant political consequences ahead of the election.

Cannon holds hearing on Trump documents report as Democrats urge its release

Trump's lawyers seek to prevent sharing of a classified documents report until at least after the inauguration.

Courts May Allow Partial Release of Jack Smith's Report on Trump Case

AG Merrick Garland plans to release parts of the report on Trump's election actions, delaying other findings related to classified documents.

Judge allows Trump to temporarily block release of special counsel report

A federal judge has halted the release of special counsel Jack Smith's report on Trump's criminal cases pending an appeals court decision.

Two Key Prosecutors in Trump Documents Case Leave Special Counsel's Office

Key prosecutors departing may indicate lengthy delays in Trump's classified documents case trial.

Judge Cannon Mulls Release of Trump Documents Report to Congress

The ruling on Congress accessing the special counsel's report on Trump is postponed, amid legal and political concerns surrounding classified documents.
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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.

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 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's lawyers ask AG Garland not to release special counsel report

Trump's lawyers are urging for the blocking of the release of special counsel Smith's report to prevent disruption during the presidential transition.

Jack Smith's October Surprise

Jack Smith has maneuvered legal procedures to expose damaging revelations about Trump just before the 2024 election.

Jack Smith, who led Trump prosecutions, leaves US Justice Department

Jack Smith's departure signifies the challenging intersection of prosecuting a former president and the complexities of legal accountability.

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.

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 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's lawyers ask AG Garland not to release special counsel report

Trump's lawyers are urging for the blocking of the release of special counsel Smith's report to prevent disruption during the presidential transition.

Jack Smith's October Surprise

Jack Smith has maneuvered legal procedures to expose damaging revelations about Trump just before the 2024 election.

Jack Smith, who led Trump prosecutions, leaves US Justice Department

Jack Smith's departure signifies the challenging intersection of prosecuting a former president and the complexities of legal accountability.
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#january-6

Jack Smith Gives Up

Trump's actions surrounding January 6 went unpunished, highlighting systemic weaknesses in the U.S. justice system and its handling of high-profile political figures.

Four Takeaways From Jack Smith's Brief in the Trump Election Case

A special counsel's brief lays out evidence against Trump for his actions relating to the January 6 Capitol attack.

The Trump Criminal Cases Are Reaching Their Anticlimax

Trump's legal troubles intensify as he prepares for presidency, with investigations concluding but no exoneration from the special counsel's report.

How Jack Smith Outsmarted the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court's decision raises significant challenges for prosecuting Donald Trump over actions taken during his presidency, specifically regarding the January 6 insurrection.

DOJ Hits Back After Trump-Appointed Judge Blocks Jack Smith Report Vows to Release Jan 6 Volume in New Filing

The DOJ plans to release Special Counsel Smith's Volume One report on January 6, despite Judge Cannon's temporary block.

Trump trying to rewrite history in battle to bury Smith report, legal experts say

Trump's legal battles reveal his disdain for the rule of law and effort to rewrite history surrounding the January 6 Capitol insurrection.

Jack Smith Gives Up

Trump's actions surrounding January 6 went unpunished, highlighting systemic weaknesses in the U.S. justice system and its handling of high-profile political figures.

Four Takeaways From Jack Smith's Brief in the Trump Election Case

A special counsel's brief lays out evidence against Trump for his actions relating to the January 6 Capitol attack.

The Trump Criminal Cases Are Reaching Their Anticlimax

Trump's legal troubles intensify as he prepares for presidency, with investigations concluding but no exoneration from the special counsel's report.

How Jack Smith Outsmarted the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court's decision raises significant challenges for prosecuting Donald Trump over actions taken during his presidency, specifically regarding the January 6 insurrection.

DOJ Hits Back After Trump-Appointed Judge Blocks Jack Smith Report Vows to Release Jan 6 Volume in New Filing

The DOJ plans to release Special Counsel Smith's Volume One report on January 6, despite Judge Cannon's temporary block.

Trump trying to rewrite history in battle to bury Smith report, legal experts say

Trump's legal battles reveal his disdain for the rule of law and effort to rewrite history surrounding the January 6 Capitol insurrection.
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#trump

End of Trump Cases Leaves Limits on Presidential Criminality Unclear

Presidential immunity raises questions about accountability for criminal wrongdoing despite ongoing investigations.

Special counsel moves to dismiss election interference case against President-elect Donald Trump

Prosecutors dismiss criminal charges against Trump due to policies protecting presidents from prosecution.

Jack Smith Moves to Dismiss Charges Against Trump in 2020 Election Case

Special counsel requests dismissal of charges against Trump due to policy against prosecuting sitting presidents, delaying accountability until after his term.

The 11 Most Shocking, Damning, and Weird Revelations From the DOJ's New 165-Page Bombshell Motion in Trump's Election Case

Special Counsel's motion reveals Trump's alleged criminal actions to overturn the 2020 election results, challenging claims of presidential immunity.

Trump makes last effort to seal details from January 6 inquiry before election

Trump's legal team seeks to limit public disclosure of evidence in 2020 election investigation to protect witnesses and his campaign.

Jack Smith Seeks Pause in Jan. 6 Case After Trump's Election

The special counsel has requested a delay in the election interference case against Trump due to his expected return to the presidency.

End of Trump Cases Leaves Limits on Presidential Criminality Unclear

Presidential immunity raises questions about accountability for criminal wrongdoing despite ongoing investigations.

Special counsel moves to dismiss election interference case against President-elect Donald Trump

Prosecutors dismiss criminal charges against Trump due to policies protecting presidents from prosecution.

Jack Smith Moves to Dismiss Charges Against Trump in 2020 Election Case

Special counsel requests dismissal of charges against Trump due to policy against prosecuting sitting presidents, delaying accountability until after his term.

The 11 Most Shocking, Damning, and Weird Revelations From the DOJ's New 165-Page Bombshell Motion in Trump's Election Case

Special Counsel's motion reveals Trump's alleged criminal actions to overturn the 2020 election results, challenging claims of presidential immunity.

Trump makes last effort to seal details from January 6 inquiry before election

Trump's legal team seeks to limit public disclosure of evidence in 2020 election investigation to protect witnesses and his campaign.

Jack Smith Seeks Pause in Jan. 6 Case After Trump's Election

The special counsel has requested a delay in the election interference case against Trump due to his expected return to the presidency.
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#justice-department

Takeaways From Jack Smith's Report on the Trump Election Case

The Justice Department's report indicates strong evidence against Trump for attempting to overturn the 2020 election results, but the case was dropped after his 2024 win.

US special counsel to wind down criminal cases against Donald Trump

The Justice Department is shutting down criminal cases against Trump before his inauguration, acknowledging charges will likely be dropped under a new administration.

Trump's Lawyers Have Assailed Jack Smith. They Could Soon Have Power to Go After Him.

Trump's lawyers' letter combines legal strategy with political posturing, seeking to prevent a damaging report post-election.

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

Special counsel plans to wind down Trump federal cases due to prosecution protocols regarding sitting presidents.

What's In Jack Smith's Unsealed January 6 Motion?

The federal election subversion case against Donald Trump is advancing with new evidence from Special Counsel Jack Smith detailing multiple alleged criminal actions by Trump.

Law Professor Says Trump Firing Members of Jack Smith's Team Would Be Probably Illegal' and Lead To Lawsuits

Trump considers firing special counsel Jack Smith's team; experts warn it may be illegal.
Presidential immunity may complicate legal accountability for Trump's actions.

Takeaways From Jack Smith's Report on the Trump Election Case

The Justice Department's report indicates strong evidence against Trump for attempting to overturn the 2020 election results, but the case was dropped after his 2024 win.

US special counsel to wind down criminal cases against Donald Trump

The Justice Department is shutting down criminal cases against Trump before his inauguration, acknowledging charges will likely be dropped under a new administration.

Trump's Lawyers Have Assailed Jack Smith. They Could Soon Have Power to Go After Him.

Trump's lawyers' letter combines legal strategy with political posturing, seeking to prevent a damaging report post-election.

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

Special counsel plans to wind down Trump federal cases due to prosecution protocols regarding sitting presidents.

What's In Jack Smith's Unsealed January 6 Motion?

The federal election subversion case against Donald Trump is advancing with new evidence from Special Counsel Jack Smith detailing multiple alleged criminal actions by Trump.

Law Professor Says Trump Firing Members of Jack Smith's Team Would Be Probably Illegal' and Lead To Lawsuits

Trump considers firing special counsel Jack Smith's team; experts warn it may be illegal.
Presidential immunity may complicate legal accountability for Trump's actions.
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#donald-trump

Major Decision for Judge in Trump's Election Case: How Much Evidence to Reveal

The Supreme Court ruling complicates Trump's prosecution concerning the 2020 election and may allow for public disclosure of evidence.

Jack Smith Moves to Dismiss Charges Against Trump in Election and Documents Cases

Prosecutors acknowledged they cannot charge sitting presidents, leading to the dismissal of cases against Trump.

Judge Cannon tossing Trump's case raises risk for acting prosecutors

Cannon's ruling could threaten the future of special counsels and federal prosecutors serving in temporary roles.
The legitimacy of federally appointed officials may be increasingly challenged following this court decision.

Jack Smith's election interference report against Trump is out

The DOJ's report on election interference against Trump emphasizes impartiality and the commitment to following the law.

Trump moves to block report on election interference and classified documents cases US politics live

Trump's attorneys request to halt report completion by special counsel Jack Smith.
Motion to delay sentencing for business fraud charges was denied.
Trump's Georgia prosecution appears stalled, overshadowing other indictments.

Jack Smith Moves to End January 6 Case

The ongoing prosecution of Donald Trump has been dismissed based on constitutional grounds prohibiting indictment of a sitting president or president-elect.

Major Decision for Judge in Trump's Election Case: How Much Evidence to Reveal

The Supreme Court ruling complicates Trump's prosecution concerning the 2020 election and may allow for public disclosure of evidence.

Jack Smith Moves to Dismiss Charges Against Trump in Election and Documents Cases

Prosecutors acknowledged they cannot charge sitting presidents, leading to the dismissal of cases against Trump.

Judge Cannon tossing Trump's case raises risk for acting prosecutors

Cannon's ruling could threaten the future of special counsels and federal prosecutors serving in temporary roles.
The legitimacy of federally appointed officials may be increasingly challenged following this court decision.

Jack Smith's election interference report against Trump is out

The DOJ's report on election interference against Trump emphasizes impartiality and the commitment to following the law.

Trump moves to block report on election interference and classified documents cases US politics live

Trump's attorneys request to halt report completion by special counsel Jack Smith.
Motion to delay sentencing for business fraud charges was denied.
Trump's Georgia prosecution appears stalled, overshadowing other indictments.

Jack Smith Moves to End January 6 Case

The ongoing prosecution of Donald Trump has been dismissed based on constitutional grounds prohibiting indictment of a sitting president or president-elect.
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#hunter-biden

Hunter Biden special counsel hits out at president's selective prosecution claim

Hunter Biden's charges stemmed from impartial investigations, challenging claims of political bias from his father, President Biden.

Special Counsel Report on Hunter Biden Denounces President's Criticism of Case

The special counsel's report held that President Biden's claims on Hunter Biden's case are unfounded and damage the justice system's integrity.

Judge's sanctions threat based on just one misused word, Hunter Biden's attorneys say

Hunter Biden's attorneys defend against judge's sanctions threat over one word misuse

Hunter Biden special counsel hits out at president's selective prosecution claim

Hunter Biden's charges stemmed from impartial investigations, challenging claims of political bias from his father, President Biden.

Special Counsel Report on Hunter Biden Denounces President's Criticism of Case

The special counsel's report held that President Biden's claims on Hunter Biden's case are unfounded and damage the justice system's integrity.

Judge's sanctions threat based on just one misused word, Hunter Biden's attorneys say

Hunter Biden's attorneys defend against judge's sanctions threat over one word misuse
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Pointing fingers: How politicians and cops blamed victims, passed the buck in 2024

Biden's perceived 'diminished faculties' contributed to his exit from the presidential race, contradicting Democrats' defense of him as a capable candidate.

Fox News' Kerri Urbahn Urges Pam Bondi to Get Rid of Special Counsels Once and for All' After Jack Smith, Mueller Investigations

Pam Bondi should collaborate with Congress to eliminate special counsels, addressing concerns over their unchecked power.

That's Simply Not Accurate!' CNN Analyst Rejects Narrative' Jack Smith Dropped Trump Bombshell For Election

Elliot Williams defends the timing of the Special Counsel's filing as court-mandated, dismissing claims of political motives 30 days before the election.

Jack Smith: Trump 'Resorted to Crimes' After 2020 Election

The Special Counsel intends to prosecute Trump for private crimes related to efforts to stay in office after the 2020 election.

Scoop: Deputy AG Lisa Monaco recused herself from Biden classified docs probe

Monaco recused herself from the investigation into Biden, raising questions about independence and handling of politically sensitive matters.

Three Ways That Jack Smith Could Resurrect the Classified Documents Case

Dismissing of the federal government's classified documents indictment due to improper appointment of prosecutor by the attorney general.
Special counsel Jack Smith's intent to appeal the dismissal of the case, with uncertain strategy ahead.

Judge Dismisses Trump Classified Documents Case

Judge dismissed classified documents case against former President Donald Trump due to violation of the Appointments Clause by special counsel.
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