Judge Dismisses Cases Against Trump Post-Election

Special counsel Jack Smith has requested a federal judge to dismiss the case against President-elect Donald Trump, who was accused of plotting to overturn the 2020 election results. This decision is based on a long-standing Justice Department policy that prohibits the prosecution of sitting presidents. The dismissal marks the end of the Justice Department's efforts to hold Trump accountable for a conspiracy related to the January 6 Capitol attack, which was previously seen as a significant legal threat. Prosecutors emphasized that the Constitution mandates this dismissal prior to Trump's inauguration, irrespective of the case's merits. Trump's communications director hailed the move as a victory for the rule of law, while Trump himself has characterized the legal actions against him as politically motivated. The dismissal of this case follows a similar action regarding Trump’s classified documents case, reflecting the implications of his recent electoral victory.