Donald Trump has criticized the prosecutor looking into allegations of election interference against him, calling him "deranged and a lamebrain." The bombshell report by Jack Smith suggests that Trump would have faced conviction in his federal case if he had not defeated Kamala Harris in November.
Trump's legal troubles
Trump was indicted on a federal level in 2023 over accusations of attempting to overturn the 2020 election, among other charges. Despite being hit with several indictments, the case never reached trial before the November election and was subsequently dropped.
Smith's findings and Trump's response
Smith's report, released just before Trump's inauguration as the 47th president, alleged that Trump tried to retain power through fraudulent means and pressured state election officials to change the results. The report detailed charges of conspiracy and obstruction against Trump.
Legal battles and aftermath
Trump vehemently denied the allegations and made efforts to stop the report from being published, but his appeals were unsuccessful. Smith ultimately shelved the election interference case following Trump's win, citing Justice Department policy protecting presidents from prosecution.
After being sentenced in a separate business records case, Trump received an unconditional discharge, avoiding jail time. Despite his legal troubles, he will be the first convicted felon to serve as president.
Trump's attempts to delay sentencing through higher courts were unsuccessful, with Judge Juan Merchan emphasizing that presidential protections do not diminish the seriousness of the crimes committed.
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