Jack Smith to Resign, File Final Report Before Trump Era Begins

Jack Smith, the special counsel leading federal criminal cases against Donald Trump, plans to leave the Justice Department before Trump takes office, allowing him to exit without being dismissed by Trump or his attorney general. Smith's departure would occur before the trials for Trump's alleged improper handling of classified documents and election interference, as Trump's election effectively halts these cases. While Smith's team is winding down, it's unclear if he will submit a final report on his investigations. Trump's legal challenges continue, with his lawyers seeking to overturn a New York conviction on presidential immunity grounds.