Jack Smith Isn’t Backing Down
AtlanticAUG 20 2024
Special counsel Jack Smith on Tuesday filed a new version of the indictment accusing former Pres. Donald Trump of scheming to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election.
The new filing removed some charges — including allegations Trump attempted to strong arm the Justice Department to back his false allegations of election fraud — in order to coexist with a recent US Supreme Court (SCOTUS) ruling that granted presidents broad immunity for official acts.
The updated indictment was issued by a new Washington, DC grand jury, which hadn't previously heard evidence in this case. The special counsel's office in a statement said the filing "reflects the Government's efforts to respect and implement" SCOTUS' immunity decision.