US Special Counsel Jack Smith's Investigation on POTUS 45
Agencies involved
- POTUS
- DOJ
- US Special Counsel Jack Smith
- Supreme Court
US Special Counsel Jack Smith investigated POTUS 45, Donald Trump, for attempting to overturn the 2020 election results and mishandling classified government documents.
Two Supreme Court briefs filed by the Counsel establish the DOJ's authority to conduct an independence investigation and confirm that POTUS is not immune from federal prosecution.
The first volume of the Special Counsel's report details the investigation into efforts to interfere with the lawful transfer of power following the 2020 presidential election and the certification of the Electoral College vote on January 6, 2021.
A June 2023 indictment filed in the Southern District of Florida charged former POTUS 45 with 38 felony counts related to the willful retention, concealment, and mishandling of classified documents after his presidency. The document outlines the specific charges, including conspiracy, false statements, and obstruction, and identifies co-defendants involved in the alleged scheme.