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Jack Smith Closes Up Shop, Defeated More by Voters Than by Jurors

Jack Smith's investigation into Trump concluded with greater complexities and challenges for prosecuting future presidents than anticipated.

Prosecutors: Trump 'resorted to crimes' after losing 2020 election in failed bid to cling to power

Trump's actions post-2020 election loss were characterized as private crimes, not official presidential acts, making him liable for prosecution.

Prosecutors: Trump Resorted to Crimes' After Losing 2020 Election

Trump's alleged post-election actions are characterized as private crimes aimed at overturning the election results.

Filing in Trump Election Case Fleshes Out Roles of a Sprawling Cast

Jack Smith's indictment reveals a vast network of individuals involved in Trump's 2020 election overturn efforts, not just the former president himself.

Jack Smith Plans to Step Down as Special Counsel Before Trump Takes Office

Jack Smith aims to complete investigations against Trump before his inauguration to avoid any interference from the incoming administration.

How the federal cases against Trump came sputtering back to life

Trump's legal cases are set to remain unresolved until after the election, potentially influencing his presidential campaign.
Special counsel Jack Smith continues to pursue cases against Trump aggressively, despite possible political implications.
If Trump wins, he could dismiss the special counsel and halt legal proceedings against him.

Jack Smith Closes Up Shop, Defeated More by Voters Than by Jurors

Jack Smith's investigation into Trump concluded with greater complexities and challenges for prosecuting future presidents than anticipated.

Prosecutors: Trump 'resorted to crimes' after losing 2020 election in failed bid to cling to power

Trump's actions post-2020 election loss were characterized as private crimes, not official presidential acts, making him liable for prosecution.

Prosecutors: Trump Resorted to Crimes' After Losing 2020 Election

Trump's alleged post-election actions are characterized as private crimes aimed at overturning the election results.

Filing in Trump Election Case Fleshes Out Roles of a Sprawling Cast

Jack Smith's indictment reveals a vast network of individuals involved in Trump's 2020 election overturn efforts, not just the former president himself.

Jack Smith Plans to Step Down as Special Counsel Before Trump Takes Office

Jack Smith aims to complete investigations against Trump before his inauguration to avoid any interference from the incoming administration.

How the federal cases against Trump came sputtering back to life

Trump's legal cases are set to remain unresolved until after the election, potentially influencing his presidential campaign.
Special counsel Jack Smith continues to pursue cases against Trump aggressively, despite possible political implications.
If Trump wins, he could dismiss the special counsel and halt legal proceedings against him.
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Special counsel evaluating how to wind down two federal cases against Trump after presidential win

Jack Smith is preparing to close federal cases against Donald Trump before he takes office, due to DOJ policies against prosecuting sitting presidents.

Judge Unseals New Evidence in Federal Election Case Against Trump

Jack Smith argues Trump is not immune from charges related to the events surrounding the January 6 Capitol attack and his efforts to retain power.

Judge unseals new Trump Jan. 6 election interference evidence

Special counsel Jack Smith outlines a criminal case against Donald Trump centered on alleged actions taken to overturn the 2020 election results.

Defense Lawyers Seek to Block Special Counsel Report in Trump Documents Case

Defense lawyers seek to block the release of Trump investigation report, labeling it a politically motivated attack.

Trump Seeks to Challenge Jack Smith's Appointment in Election Case

Trump's lawyers seek to dismiss the election interference case, claiming Jack Smith's appointment violated constitutional laws.

US special counsel seeks pause in Trump classified documents case

Special Counsel Jack Smith seeks time to evaluate Trump's presidential victory on legal cases.
The government has paused its appeal on Trump’s mishandling of classified documents.

Special counsel evaluating how to wind down two federal cases against Trump after presidential win

Jack Smith is preparing to close federal cases against Donald Trump before he takes office, due to DOJ policies against prosecuting sitting presidents.

Judge Unseals New Evidence in Federal Election Case Against Trump

Jack Smith argues Trump is not immune from charges related to the events surrounding the January 6 Capitol attack and his efforts to retain power.

Judge unseals new Trump Jan. 6 election interference evidence

Special counsel Jack Smith outlines a criminal case against Donald Trump centered on alleged actions taken to overturn the 2020 election results.

Defense Lawyers Seek to Block Special Counsel Report in Trump Documents Case

Defense lawyers seek to block the release of Trump investigation report, labeling it a politically motivated attack.

Trump Seeks to Challenge Jack Smith's Appointment in Election Case

Trump's lawyers seek to dismiss the election interference case, claiming Jack Smith's appointment violated constitutional laws.

US special counsel seeks pause in Trump classified documents case

Special Counsel Jack Smith seeks time to evaluate Trump's presidential victory on legal cases.
The government has paused its appeal on Trump’s mishandling of classified documents.
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Jack Smith finalizing Trump investigation report that could be released as early as Friday

The Justice Department might release a crucial report on Trump’s conduct regarding classified documents and election interference as early as Friday.

No Basis To Block' It: MSNBC Legal Analysis Confounded By Judge Cannon Squashing Jack Smith's Final Trump Report

Judge Cannon's ruling halts the release of Jack Smith's report on Trump investigations, raising legal and jurisdictional questions.

Jack Smith finalizing Trump investigation report that could be released as early as Friday

The Justice Department might release a crucial report on Trump’s conduct regarding classified documents and election interference as early as Friday.

No Basis To Block' It: MSNBC Legal Analysis Confounded By Judge Cannon Squashing Jack Smith's Final Trump Report

Judge Cannon's ruling halts the release of Jack Smith's report on Trump investigations, raising legal and jurisdictional questions.
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Lefty Pundits Absolve Their Own Failures on Holding Trump Accountable for His Coup - emptywheel

Bannon and Roman are newly identified as co-conspirators regarding premeditated violence in the October 2024 immunity brief.

The Pared Down Superseding Indictment for January 6 - emptywheel

Jack Smith superseded the January 6 indictment against Trump, emphasizing private collaborations and retaining crucial allegations related to Mike Pence.

Trump's GOP Is Running on a Platform of Freeing Seditionists and Cop Assailants - emptywheel

Trump's post-presidency comments regarding January 6 are crucial in assessing his intent and might impact legal proceedings against him.

Lefty Pundits Absolve Their Own Failures on Holding Trump Accountable for His Coup - emptywheel

Bannon and Roman are newly identified as co-conspirators regarding premeditated violence in the October 2024 immunity brief.

The Pared Down Superseding Indictment for January 6 - emptywheel

Jack Smith superseded the January 6 indictment against Trump, emphasizing private collaborations and retaining crucial allegations related to Mike Pence.

Trump's GOP Is Running on a Platform of Freeing Seditionists and Cop Assailants - emptywheel

Trump's post-presidency comments regarding January 6 are crucial in assessing his intent and might impact legal proceedings against him.
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Jack Smith Reindicts Donald Trump

Jack Smith's indictment against Trump emphasizes accountability in light of the Supreme Court's recent ruling on presidential immunity.

Trump-appointed judge rejects lawsuit targeting special counsel Jack Smith

A federal judge in Texas dismissed an effort to block special counsel Jack Smith from destroying documents in Trump-related investigations, calling the action 'unserious.'

The September 26 Brief We'll Get in the Trump January 6 Case - emptywheel

Judge Tanya Chutkan has set a deadline for detailed briefs regarding Trump's superseding indictment, addressing both pled and unpled evidence.

Trump's lucky streak with his criminal cases may have ended

Jack Smith's new indictment against Trump aims to reinforce ongoing prosecutions while clarifying the boundaries of presidential immunity and accountability.

Special Counsel Jack Smith Will Present His January 6 Findings Against Trump

Judge Tanya Chutkan supports special counsel's request for a detailed brief on presidential immunity, signaling readiness to advance the case against the former president.

Jack Smith Reindicts Donald Trump

Jack Smith's indictment against Trump emphasizes accountability in light of the Supreme Court's recent ruling on presidential immunity.

Trump-appointed judge rejects lawsuit targeting special counsel Jack Smith

A federal judge in Texas dismissed an effort to block special counsel Jack Smith from destroying documents in Trump-related investigations, calling the action 'unserious.'

The September 26 Brief We'll Get in the Trump January 6 Case - emptywheel

Judge Tanya Chutkan has set a deadline for detailed briefs regarding Trump's superseding indictment, addressing both pled and unpled evidence.

Trump's lucky streak with his criminal cases may have ended

Jack Smith's new indictment against Trump aims to reinforce ongoing prosecutions while clarifying the boundaries of presidential immunity and accountability.

Special Counsel Jack Smith Will Present His January 6 Findings Against Trump

Judge Tanya Chutkan supports special counsel's request for a detailed brief on presidential immunity, signaling readiness to advance the case against the former president.
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Toobin Warns Congressional Republicans to Be Careful What You Ask For' If They Call Jack Smith to Testify

Congressional Republicans may regret holding hearings on Jack Smith's prosecutions of Trump, as it could negatively impact Trump more than they anticipate.

How to Read the Immunity Appendix - emptywheel

The immunity brief's appendix consists of four volumes of interview transcripts that clarify and substantiate material presented in the brief.

Elie Honig Makes Pitch To Become Donald Trump's Favorite Legal Analyst

Elie Honig's legal analysis of Trump's case lacks consideration of its exceptional context and nuances, rendering it less relevant to the ongoing situation.

Toobin Warns Congressional Republicans to Be Careful What You Ask For' If They Call Jack Smith to Testify

Congressional Republicans may regret holding hearings on Jack Smith's prosecutions of Trump, as it could negatively impact Trump more than they anticipate.

How to Read the Immunity Appendix - emptywheel

The immunity brief's appendix consists of four volumes of interview transcripts that clarify and substantiate material presented in the brief.

Elie Honig Makes Pitch To Become Donald Trump's Favorite Legal Analyst

Elie Honig's legal analysis of Trump's case lacks consideration of its exceptional context and nuances, rendering it less relevant to the ongoing situation.
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Special Counsel Jack Smith Revises Indictment on Trump 2020 Election Charges

The latest indictment against Trump uniquely distinguishes between his roles as a private citizen and president, directly addressing Supreme Court opinions on presidential immunity.

Ex-Trump Lawyer Calls New Indictment Bombshell A Slick Move' By Jack Smith

Jack Smith's new indictment against Trump is a strategic move to streamline and push forward with a case previously challenged in court.

Jack Smith's Post-Presidential Immunity Decision Strategy Is Coming Into View

Jack Smith persists in holding Trump accountable despite the Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity, with a new superseding indictment maintaining serious charges.

All Hell Is Going to Break Loose: Maybe Jack Smith Did Precisely What Elie Honig Claims He Didn't - emptywheel

Elie Honig's criticism of Jack Smith overlooks the evolving context of the January 6 investigation and the impact of DOJ policies on its timing.

Special Counsel Jack Smith Revises Indictment on Trump 2020 Election Charges

The latest indictment against Trump uniquely distinguishes between his roles as a private citizen and president, directly addressing Supreme Court opinions on presidential immunity.

Ex-Trump Lawyer Calls New Indictment Bombshell A Slick Move' By Jack Smith

Jack Smith's new indictment against Trump is a strategic move to streamline and push forward with a case previously challenged in court.

Jack Smith's Post-Presidential Immunity Decision Strategy Is Coming Into View

Jack Smith persists in holding Trump accountable despite the Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity, with a new superseding indictment maintaining serious charges.

All Hell Is Going to Break Loose: Maybe Jack Smith Did Precisely What Elie Honig Claims He Didn't - emptywheel

Elie Honig's criticism of Jack Smith overlooks the evolving context of the January 6 investigation and the impact of DOJ policies on its timing.
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From the Willard to Danbury Correctional: Steve Bannon Allegedly Joins the Conspiracy - emptywheel

Steve Bannon has been newly designated as a central figure in the conspiracy case surrounding Trump's election theft allegations.

Trump Lawyer Alina Habba Rages At DOJ Dropping Legal Bombs' On Fox News Says There's A Lot More Coming

The Trump campaign anticipates more legal challenges and urges supporters to dismiss them as fake news ahead of the upcoming election.

Key Takeaways From Jack Smith's Unsealed Brief In Donald Trump Insurrection Case

Mike Pence's role during the Trump presidency was pivotal amid chaos and threats, showcasing his moral integrity and resistance.

It Looks Like the Supreme Court Is Going to Have to Decide Trump v. U.S. All Over Again

The Supreme Court's Trump v. U.S. ruling has significantly influenced the restructuring of legal charges against Trump, leading to a refocused indictment.
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