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Trump Election Case in Jeopardy
The criminal case against Donald Trump for attempting to overturn the 2020 election is at risk of collapsing. Special counsel Jack Smith is reviewing the situation and various political figures and organizations are reacting.
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Justice DepartmentSupreme CourtSenate RepublicansCitizens For Responsibility And Ethics In WashingtonBrookings Governance
Donald TrumpKamala HarrisJack SmithMerrick GarlandMitch Mcconnell
- What actions are being taken or planned by Trump's allies and political opponents?
- House Republicans, accusing the special counsel of a politically motivated case, plan to launch their own investigation. Trump's legal ally, Mike Davis, urged Smith to "lawyer up."
- What legal and procedural challenges have complicated the prosecution of Donald Trump?
- The Justice Department's policy against prosecuting sitting presidents, along with the Supreme Court's "immunity" ruling that shielded Trump from prosecution for crimes committed in office, created significant challenges.
- What are the potential outcomes of the case, and what are the implications for accountability?
- If the case ends, Smith could file a report detailing his findings; however, a Trump administration would likely not publicly release it. This lack of accountability concerns many.
- What is the current status of the criminal case against Donald Trump regarding the 2020 election?
- The sprawling criminal case against Donald Trump for his attempts to overturn the 2020 election could soon be halted. Special counsel Jack Smith is assessing the situation and will determine the appropriate course of action by December 2nd.
- Who are some of the key figures expressing concern or taking action in response to the potential collapse of the case?
- The potential collapse of the case leaves critics grappling with what went wrong, including Attorney General Merrick Garland, Mitch McConnell, and Trump's reshaped federal judiciary.