Judge Dismisses Election Case Against Trump

Special Counsel Jack Smith has successfully moved to dismiss federal election interference cases against President-elect Donald Trump, citing the longstanding Justice Department policy that prohibits prosecuting a sitting president. The dismissal means that while Trump is currently facing charges related to fraud and obstruction regarding the 2020 election, these cases cannot proceed during his presidency. Smith's decision also includes a request to drop a related case concerning Trump's handling of classified documents. The dismissal is seen as a significant victory for Trump, who has claimed that the justice system is being weaponized against him. Smith emphasized that while the merits of the cases remain, the unique circumstances surrounding Trump's election necessitate this action. Trump's representatives have welcomed the outcome as a reinforcement of the rule of law.