Trump's Attacks on Witnesses: Special Counsel Raises Concerns and Federal Prosecutors Seek Gag Order

Special Counsel Jack Smith's office has expressed concerns over former President Trump's recent public statements attacking prosecutors and potential witnesses in his federal election interference case. They also suggest that Trump may have violated a law prohibiting individuals under felony indictment from purchasing firearms. Smith's office argues that Trump's statements could prejudice the case and potentially threaten the safety of prosecutors and witnesses. They refute Trump's claim that the proposed gag order would infringe on his First Amendment rights, stating that it would only limit his ability to make prejudicial public statements about the case. Trump's attorneys oppose the gag order, accusing Smith's team of having political motivations.