Special Counsel Dismisses Charges Against Trump

Special Counsel Jack Smith has filed motions to dismiss federal criminal charges against President-elect Donald Trump for election interference and mishandling classified documents, citing a policy that prohibits prosecuting sitting presidents. While the dismissal means Trump avoids immediate consequences for his actions, Smith emphasized that the investigations revealed significant evidence of criminal behavior. Legal experts suggest that the cases could potentially be revived after Trump's term, although this is viewed as unlikely. The implications of the dismissals raise concerns about accountability and the potential need for legal reforms. Trump's electoral victory has been linked to a legal strategy that delayed prosecutions until after the election, allowing him to return to the White House without facing charges. Both state-level prosecutions against Trump remain unresolved as he prepares to assume office again.