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Trump Prosecutions to be Wound Down Before Inauguration

Special Counsel Jack Smith plans to wind down the federal cases against Donald Trump before his inauguration, due to Justice Department policy against prosecuting sitting presidents. This impacts both the federal and state-level cases.

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Jack SmithDonald TrumpKamala HarrisMerrick GarlandAileen CannonTanya ChutkanJuan M. Merchan

What is the status of the classified documents case against Trump?: One case, concerning classified documents, is currently stalled due to a judge's dismissal based on Smith's alleged illegal appointment. This ruling is being appealed, and Smith may continue to challenge it even while winding down the prosecution.
What are the main allegations against Donald Trump in the federal cases?: The two federal cases against Trump involve allegations of conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election and illegally retaining classified documents. Smith's decision to wind down the cases aims to avoid a potential showdown with Trump and remove the legal cloud from his presidency.
How could Trump's return to the presidency affect his New York state-level conviction?: Trump's New York hush-money conviction is also potentially impacted by his return to the presidency, raising questions about whether the court will intervene to avoid imprisoning a sitting president. His lawyers are appealing this conviction and awaiting a ruling.
How does the Supreme Court's ruling on presidential immunity impact the cases against Trump?: The Supreme Court's ruling granting former presidents expansive immunity from prosecution complicates matters, particularly regarding actions taken while in office. This ruling influences the legal strategy in both the federal and state-level cases against Trump.
Why is Special Counsel Jack Smith planning to wind down the federal cases against Donald Trump before his inauguration?: Jack Smith, the special counsel overseeing Donald Trump's federal cases, is planning to wind down the prosecutions before Trump's inauguration. This is due to the Justice Department's longstanding policy against prosecuting sitting presidents.

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