Special Counsel Jack Smith Resigns from DOJ

Jack Smith, the special counsel overseeing investigations against Donald Trump, has resigned from the Justice Department just ten days before Trump's inauguration. His resignation follows the submission of a two-volume report detailing allegations of election interference and mishandling of classified documents. The release of this report is currently contested in court, with a Trump-appointed judge temporarily halting its publication amid appeals from Trump's legal team. Smith's departure comes as his office concludes its investigations, including two federal criminal cases against Trump that were withdrawn after he regained the presidency. The Justice Department intends to release the election interference volume of the report, despite ongoing legal disputes regarding the classified documents section. Trump's legal challenges remain complex as he continues to navigate his presidency and potential future legal repercussions.