OAN Staff James Myers
1:42 PM – Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Special Counsel Jack Smith is reportedly clearing several hurdles to finish any remaining work in order to leave office before President-elect Donald Trump takes back the White House in January. It is reported that.th The president has a chance to fire him.
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According to reports, Smith has filed two federal lawsuits against the new president in a bid to pre-empt Trump's promise to remove him within “two seconds” of returning to the White House. It is reported that it is finishing new york times on wednesday.
The newspaper also reported that Smith has already told his team members that they can make plans to leave in the weeks leading up to Trump's inauguration.
People familiar with the situation contacted by reporters insist that Mr. Smith's office is still brainstorming plans for how to conclude the numerous lawsuits against Mr. Trump.
On the other hand, given the longstanding Department of Justice (DOJ) policy that “a sitting president cannot be prosecuted,'' a victory for the next president would also halt any federal prosecution efforts related to Trump that Mr. Smith initiated. hill Reported.
Under Justice Department regulations, Smith must submit a report summarizing the investigation and subsequent decisions.
Government sources say the Justice Department should dismiss all pending cases against the 47 people.th president. A federal judge put Smith's 2020 election lawsuit on hold after he asked for a delay in court filing deadlines.
U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan's order requires Smith to quickly decide on his next action by Dec. 2.n.d..
“As a result of the election held on November 5, 2024, Defendant will be certified as the next President on January 6, 2025 and will assume office on January 20, 2025,” Smith's filing states. It was written.
“The government is asking the court to clear the remaining deadlines in the pretrial schedule to give the government time to assess this unprecedented situation and determine the appropriate path forward in line with Department of Justice policy. I respectfully request that.”
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