Federal Cases Against Trump to Wind Down Post-Election
TL;DR
Special Counsel Jack Smith is reportedly taking steps to wind down federal cases against Donald Trump, following Trump's election victory and the DOJ's policy against prosecuting a sitting president. The cases include charges related to election interference and classified documents. The DOJ is considering dismissing appeals, but complications arise due to other defendants and potential impacts on special prosecutor appointments. Trump's state cases in New York and Georgia may also be affected by his election win and legal strategies.
- Special Counsel Jack Smith taking steps to wind down federal cases against Trump NPR
- What happens to Trump’s criminal and civil cases now that he’s been reelected CNN
- Bill Barr says Trump's federal, state cases 'not going to go forward' after election victory Fox News
- DOJ moving to wind down Trump criminal cases before he takes office NBC News
- Jack Smith Looking at How to 'Wind Down' Trump Cases: Reports Newsweek
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