Special Counsel Jack Smith announced on Monday (November 25) that he is dropping the election subversion case against President-elect Donald Trump. In a six-page court filing, Smith requested the case’s dismissal, stating that the Constitution requires the case to be dismissed before Trump’s inauguration. However, he clarified that the decision was not based on the merits or strength of the case against Trump.
The case against Trump, which has been pursued by Smith for the past two years, revolved around allegations of Trump trying to subvert the 2020 presidential election and mishandling classified documents. This marked a unique chapter in American history as it was the first time a former occupant of the White House faced federal criminal charges.
Despite the Supreme Court ruling earlier this summer that Trump enjoyed some presidential immunity from criminal prosecution, a trial never commenced due to Trump’s delay strategy in the case. The case’s dismissal comes amidst Trump’s statement that he would fire Smith once he retook office, breaking previous norms around special counsel investigations.
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