"Trump's Special Prosecutor Jack Smith's Investigations Rack Up Over $9 Million in Costs"

Special counsel Jack Smith, who is leading the criminal case against former President Donald Trump over national security documents, has spent over $9 million since being assigned the task last year. The spending includes $5.4 million from Smith's own budget and $3.8 million from other Justice Department agencies. The figures may not fully capture Smith's total spending, as they only account for activities until the end of March. The report also highlights the intense and active nature of Smith's investigation, which includes a second grand jury and high-profile witnesses. In comparison, a special counsel appointed to investigate President Joe Biden's handling of classified documents spent significantly less.